Disney Mulan’s Makeup Explained: Traditional Chinese Makeup

The video, presented by Ally, explores the historical and cultural significance of facial decorations in Chinese history, focusing on huadian, xiehong, and yedian. It delves into the legends and stories behind these trends, tracing their origins from the Warring States period to the Qing dynasty. The video highlights how these decorations evolved over time, becoming a part of standard makeup routines during the Tang dynasty and eventually fading out by the Qing dynasty. Unlike the bindi in Hindu culture, these markings were primarily ornamental.

What inspired the trend of huadian on the forehead during the Southern dynasty?

• A famous artist's painting

• A royal decree

• A religious ritual

• A princess's floral imprint

What does the decoration 'xiehong' on the temples resemble?

• A star

• A scar

• A flower

• A coin

How did Xue Yelai's scar become a trend?

• It was a royal order

• It was a mark of bravery

• It was a religious symbol

• It was seen as a sign of beauty

What was the result of the doctor's treatment on Lady Deng's face?

• It completely healed her

• It left her with red dots

• It left a permanent scar

• It changed her skin color

How did the use of facial decorations change by the Qing dynasty?

• They were used for religious purposes

• They were only used by children

• They were banned completely

• They became more elaborate