Cosmetics for the lips have been enjoyed by both sexes for millennia, dating back to the time when crushed gemstones and pigments derived from flowers and vegetables were used. Since the beginning of human history, men and women have enjoyed applying makeup and embellishing their lips. Because of the evolution of lipstick makeup throughout the years, we now have the option of selecting from literally hundreds of thousands of different hues, formulations, and textures of lipstick.