Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery in southeastern Iran, uncovering a small stone vial containing a red cosmetic that is believed to be the earliest example of lipstick ever found. The discovery was reported in February in the journal Scientific Reports, and it is estimated to be around 4,000 years old.
The vial, which is made of stone, measures just over an inch in length and is adorned with intricate carvings.
Inside, archaeologists found a red substance that is believed to have been used as a lip coloring. The discovery is significant because it provides evidence of the earliest known use of lipstick in human history.
"This is probably the earliest example of lipstick to be scientifically documented and analyzed," said Dr. Maria C. Gullberg, lead author of the study.
"It's a fascinating find, and it sheds new light on the history of cosmetics."
The discovery was made in a region known as the Zagros Mountains, which are located in the south of Iran....
The vial, which is made of stone, measures just over an inch in length and is adorned with intricate carvings.
Inside, archaeologists found a red substance that is believed to have been used as a lip coloring. The discovery is significant because it provides evidence of the earliest known use of lipstick in human history.
"This is probably the earliest example of lipstick to be scientifically documented and analyzed," said Dr. Maria C. Gullberg, lead author of the study.
"It's a fascinating find, and it sheds new light on the history of cosmetics."
The discovery was made in a region known as the Zagros Mountains, which are located in the south of Iran....
A small stone vial discovered in southeastern Iran contained a red cosmetic that was likely used as a lip coloring nearly 4,000 years ago, according to archaeologists.
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