This Makeup Mystery has Driven Me CRAZY!!!

I bought a lipstick once owned by Marilyn Monroe... and it sent me down a rabbit hole I simply could not escape. In this video, I'm taking you through the full story: where it came from, what makes it so puzzling, and my deep-dive investigation into identifying this extraordinary piece of vintage makeup history. As a professional makeup artist, beauty historian, and vintage cosmetics collector, I've spent decades studying the makeup of Hollywood's golden age, but this mystery genuinely kept me up at night. 🔍 I cover: How I come to own it Vintage lipstick formulations from Marilyn's era The detective work involved If you love makeup history, vintage beauty, or simply enjoy a proper mystery - this one is unmissable! My Makeup in the Tutorial is: Lisa Eldridge - Elevated Glow Highlighter - Crystal Nebula: http://lisae.me.uk/29648-26864 Lisa Eldridge - Seamless Skin Enhancing Tint - T6.5: http://lisae.me.uk/30691-26864 Lisa Eldridge - Seamless Skin The Foundation - No.10 : http://lisae.me.uk/29785-26864 Lisa Eldridge - Pinpoint® Concealer Micro Correcting Pencil - No. 5: http://lisae.me.uk/30811-26864 Benefit - Gimme Brow+ Volumizing Eyebrow Gel - Neutral Light Brown: http://lisae.me.uk/31029-2897 Lisa Eldridge - Eyeshadow Palette - Fawn: http://lisae.me.uk/30690-26864 Lisa Eldridge - Liquid Silk Eyeshadow - Silvia: http://lisae.me.uk/30992-26864 Lisa Eldridge - Kitten Lash Mascara - Black: http://lisae.me.uk/30578-26864 Lisa Eldridge - Sculpt and Shade Lip Pencil - 2C: http://lisae.me.uk/30588-26864 Lisa Eldridge - True Velvet Lip Colour - Velvet Blush Lightly: http://lisae.me.uk/29749-26864 My Jewellery: Lisa Eldridge Jewels - The Lipstick Charm - Velvet Morning - Handmade in Solid 18ct Gold : http://lisae.me.uk/29876-30716 Lisa Eldridge Jewels - Large Solid 18ct Gold Hoops: http://lisae.me.uk/30281-30716 Lisa Eldridge Jewels - The Meena Cushion Cut Light Citrine Solid 18ct Gold Ring : http://lisae.me.uk/28740-30716 Lisa Eldridge Jewels - The Betty Oval Cut Lavender Quartz Solid 18ct Gold Ring: http://lisae.me.uk/28723-30716 Lisa Eldridge Jewels - The Kate Oval Cut Prasiolite Solid 18ct Gold Ring: http://lisae.me.uk/29393-30716 On My Nails: Kure Bazaar - Nail Polish - Lipstick: http://lisae.me.uk/31057-26030 Special Thanks to: Sydney Lague Jane C Hollenberg References: -Marie Irvine Invoices: https://www.juliensauctions.com/ -Photo of Marilyn Monroe on the set of The Misfits: “Marilyn Monroe: by Eve Arnold”, Eve Arnold (2024) -Interview: "Marilyn Monroe", Maurice Zolotow (1960) -Photo of Marie Irvine and Marvin Birdt invoice courtesy of Charlotte Bentley For all the products used in this film and for makeup tips and information visit my website: https://www.lisaeldridge.com Watch THE Marilyn Monroe Iconic Make-up Look Tutorial here:    • Marilyn Monroe Makeup Tutorial: Recreate H...   Follow me on Instagram   / lisaeldridgemakeup   Follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lisaeldridgem... Follow me on X at   / lisa_eldridge   Follow me on Facebook   / lisaeldridgedotcom   Follow me on Pinterest   / lisaeldridge   Disclaimer I only feature products I like, or want to try. The products I use in these videos are either purchased by me or sent to me by make-up companies to use in my professional capacity as a make-up artist for fashion and celebrity photo shoots, red carpet etc. I am also sent products by many of the top magazines to judge for awards. I do not accept payment and am not sponsored to make any of the films on this channel. Some of the links under the videos and blog posts on my site are affiliated however and as stated before, I only feature products I like or want to try. For my full policy click here - http://www.lisaeldridge.com/info/ Lisa Eldridge X