History of Cosmetics and Fashion

Course Code

COSM 106

Academic Year

2016-2017

This course describes the social process of cosmetic and fashion acceptance and diffusion. Students learn to apply the principles of cosmetics and fashion and the respective theories as they relate to the analysis of trends. Students will study Fashion History through an in-depth 20th century decade and its impact on Cosmetic trends. This course will review political, socio-economic and fashion trends and their influence on today's cosmetics and fashions. Students develop skills in accurate qualitative and quantitative cosmetic/fashion reporting.