in Ancient Egypt, where they used famous substance called kohl (made out from lead, oxidized copper, ochre, ash, malachite, crushed antimony, burnt almonds and chrysocolla ore). They did not use this substance just as a means to improve their appearance, but it also served a purpose as a medicinal remedy that reduced infections and glare. It is also worth to mention that eye shadow, as many other Egyptian cosmetic product was a part of a religious ceremonies and daily religious life. Royalty (and eventually rest of the population) used cosmetic products to enhance their looks and bring them more to the appearance that emulated their gods.