Goth Icon Marilyn Manson to Launch Cosmetics Line

Flamboyant goth rock star Marilyn Manson says he is in final negotiations with a major cosmetics company to launch his own perfume brand, which he hopes to follow up with a cosmetics line.

The controversial star, who is known for his heavy make-up that helps to create an image that continues to influence a generation of angst-ridden teenagers, told Women's Wear Daily that following the launch of the fragrance, he his hoping that a full range, including lipsticks, powder and foundation will be launched.

If the negotiations are successful the launch is expected to take place by the end of the year, probably in key European and US markets.

Colour make-up has become a key part of Manson's image, featuring heavy mascara and heaps of foundation and powder to produce a look that has come to characterise the gothic image that many young adult aspire to.

In adopting this look, make-up has become a key part of being a loyal follower of both Manson and the gothic style. It is also a cross-gender phenomenom, with almost as many boys wearing make-up as girls.

Manson is hoping that by endorsing his own cosmetic line, it will make it easier for his fans to adopt his image, which often uses colours and shades that can otherwise be hard to get hold of.

An indication of what the cosmetic line is easy to gauge from Manson's image, but knowing what the fragrance will smell like is more difficult to tell. Either way, fashionists and fans alike are expecting something quite unique. 

Now......tell me.......that black lipstick.........is it chemical free and does it come in a matt??

Comments

[Organic Lip Gloss]

It is great news...when celebrities and known faces are into promotion consumers like to follow them.

[amanda]

i would buy it hes one of a kind and he onlys says waht other people a afraid to say hell ya id buy the stuff any thing he dose i support

[ANITA]

i wish the deal would hurry up and go through!!!i've e mailed so many places to see if they know anything.i never got a response.he'll do well.i won't buy no makeup around anymore because all the stores have the same colors-and none has brown eyeshadow or red lipstick.those are the main makeup colors.how pathetic is that?i rather buy mansons.his willbe worth the money.