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In 1915, a farmer was inspired by his sister s homemade mascara, which was made with coal and Vaseline, and decided to create a better product. His invention was easier to apply and would not cause burning in a woman s eyes. He named his new company Maybelline in honor of his sister, Maybel, and the base material, Vaseline.

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In 1915, a farmer was inspired by his sister’s homemade mascara, which was made with coal and Vaseline, and decided to create a better product. His invention was easier to apply and would not cause burning in a woman’s eyes. He named his new company Maybelline in honor of his sister, Maybel, and the base material, Vaseline.

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