cosmetics vs war paint

cosmetics

noun
  • Preparations applied externally to change or enhance the beauty of skin, hair, nails, lips, and eyes. 

  • The study of such products. 

war paint

noun
  • Cosmetics, makeup. 

  • Pigments ritually applied to the face and/or body (originally and still especially of a Native American warrior) prior to going into a battle. 

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