A new perspective on ancient technique communication of cosmetics between the East and the West, based on the analysis of Chinese cosmetics - “Hu” powder

There was much cosmetics unearthed in Chinese excavation sites, but seldom relevant analysis on them can be seen. Until now, there is not an uniform view on the origin of Chinese cosmetics known as “Hu” powder, and the controversy surrounding it is focused on whether it had been introduced from the west or not. This paper tries to determine the source of the craft of “Hu” powder by the analysis of a sample from an ancient site. Furthermore, we provide a new view on culture communication based on women’s make-up.