Wacky Wednesday

Cosmetics have a fascinatingly strange history.  It spans approximately 6000 years- almost every society that ever existed had some form of beauty products. The first archaelogical evidence of makeup usage was found in Egypt from 4,000 BC.  Ancient Greeks and Romans also used makeup.  However, not knowing the dangers, these societies used mercury and lead in their cosmetics.

Throughout the years there have been some strange makeup products and trends.  I thought it would be fun to highlight some of these each Wednesday.

Today's wacky product was created to celebrate Play-Doh's 50th Anniversary in 2006.  It's Play-Doh Perfume by Demeter Frangrances!  According to their website, "Demeter has bottled that fresh, just-out-of-the-can, eau de PLAY-DOH aroma as part of a year-long celebration of the beloved modeling compound's 50th birthday. The 1-ounce, spray bottle fragrance is meant for highly-creative people, who seek a whimsical scent reminiscent of their childhood.

One of PLAY-DOH compound's most notable characteristics is its scent, said Leigh Anne Cappello, vice president of marketing for the PLAY-DOH brand. When you open a can of PLAY-DOH compound, you are instantly transported back to childhood. What better way to celebrate the 50th birthday than by bottling the scent for adults everywhere to enjoy as a reminder of their youth."

Ok, I understand nostalgia, but do you really want to go around smelling like Play-Doh?!?!