‘Merle’s Pearls’ of cosmetics wisdom

Merle Norman Cosmetics’ pearls of wisdom – and face powder.

Long before there were influencers, there was Merle Norman, the 1930s cosmetics queen who introduced her pearls of wisdom in newsletters enjoyed by everyone from Hollywood studios to family and friends. 

Merle Norman Cosmetics pays tribute to Merle’s Pearls with a collection of face powder pearls in a jewel-faceted jar and an angled brush to apply the powder for a sparkling, satiny finish. The gift set sells for $54 and can be found at merlenorman.com.  

As for Merle’s other pearls, here’s what she said in 1948: “The greatest of all blessings is peace of mind. To achieve this, love is the answer – love of people, love of work, making happiness for others. These things make a full and happy life.” 

 

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