1, plant pigments: ancient lipsticks often used pigments extracted from natural plants, such as safflower, madder and Lithospermum. These plant pigments can give lipstick rich colors and also have a certain lip protection effect.

2. beeswax: beeswax is a commonly used adhesive and humectant in ancient lipstick. It has good viscosity and moisture retention, and can keep lipstick in a certain shape and moisture.

3. Honey: Honey was widely used in the production of cosmetics in ancient times, including lipstick. It has moisturizing, moisturizing and antioxidant effects, and can make lipstick more soft and moist.

4. Vegetable oil: Vegetable oil is often used as base oil in ancient lipsticks, such as olive oil and sweet almond oil. These vegetable oils have the function of moistening and protecting lips, which can make lipstick smoother and easier to apply.

5, spices: ancient lipsticks often add some spices, such as cinnamon, cloves and so on. To increase the aroma and taste of lipstick. These spices can not only make lipstick more fragrant, but also have certain medicinal value.

The importance of lipstick in ancient women's sexual life;

1, Social Etiquette: In ancient society, women used lipstick as a social etiquette, indicating that they were ready to participate in various social activities, such as court banquets, weddings and sacrificial ceremonies. By using lipstick, women can show their beauty and self-confidence, while showing respect and courtesy to others.

2. Attract the attention of the opposite sex: The use of lipstick by ancient women also attracted the attention of the opposite sex. Lipstick can make women's lips more colorful and charming, and increase their charm. In some cultures, women even use the color and shape of lipstick to show their emotional state in order to attract the right opposite sex.

3. Self-expression: Lipstick is also a way for ancient women to express themselves. By choosing different colors and textures, women can express their personality and emotional state. For example, red lipstick may represent enthusiasm and confidence, and pink lipstick may represent tenderness and sweetness.

4. Health and beauty: Ancient women thought lipstick had health and beauty functions. Some lipsticks contain natural herbs and spices, which have anti-inflammatory, moisturizing and moisturizing effects and can help women keep their lips healthy and shiny.

5. Religion and belief: In some ancient civilizations, lipstick was considered to have the power of religion and belief. Women can use lipstick to protect themselves from evil forces, or to convey some mysterious information and symbolic significance.