Vessels for food and drink, the warrior's arms, the workman's tools, the cosmetics of the lady, the child's playthings, are buried with them.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill
An odour of perfume, of powder and cosmetics hovered in the air; the men's faces looked red and heated; on one or two heads the wig stood awry, whilst trembling fingers began fidgeting with the lace-cravats at the throat.
"Petticoat Rule"
Emmuska Orczy, Baroness Orczy
Lydie's strong personality was momentarily weakened by the fatigue of a long and arduous evening, by the heavy atmosphere of the room; her senses were dulled by the penetrating odours of wine and perfumes which fought with those of cosmetics.
"Petticoat Rule"
Emmuska Orczy, Baroness Orczy