This research paper will discuss some of the history of cosmetics and new trends and types of cosmetics in the fashion industry and different types of hair extensions. Did you ever imagine that film makeup started when there were black and white films? One type of cosmetic in the fashion industry would be eyelash extensions or false eyelashes. Eyelash extensions have been around since 1916, but have recently become a trend. The first false eyelashes were made of human hair and were made to be worn by an actress in a film. False eyelashes can be made from human hair or synthetic materials. There are two different types of false eyelashes. There are temporary extensions and eyelash extensions. The main difference is that the adhesive or glue that comes with them lasts more or less time. When choosing the type of false eyelashes you want, you can choose between thin or thick, long or short, or even the color of the eyelashes. Eyelash extension prices can range from five dollars to five hundred dollars. The price depends on the quality and brand of the eyelashes. False eyelashes can be used for personal use, special occasions, film, modeling, etc. Some people use eyelashes for girls aged 4 to 9 for beauty pageants. Another feature of false eyelashes is that you can have them applied by a professional! There are people called "Lash Stylists" or "Lash Technicians" who specialize in the field of eyelash extensions. Some companies provide training for false eyelashes and some provide certification. Corrective makeup is one of the most used makeup techniques today. Some call corrective makeup “cosmetic camouflage.” Corrective makeup is the application of makeup to hide or conceive...... middle of paper ......k. If you wanted to work as a professional in hair extensions or eyelash extensions, you could work in a salon, as a celebrity hair stylist, as a personal hair stylist, or have your own business. Many beauticians who work in salons have years and years of experience and have never touched hair extensions and have no idea how they are inserted. If you're thinking about becoming a corrective makeup artist, you could work in a salon and do makeup for things, like weddings, proms, beauty pageants, family photos, and other everyday things. Special effects makeup artists can find work from being a makeup artist in a salon to working in Hollywood doing makeup for all the big movies. With all the different types and techniques of cosmetics it is easy to make someone look like a completely different person. There are many opportunities in doing hair extensions and makeup .