Quote by Charles Revson

In the factory we make cosmetics; in the store we sell hope.


In the factory we make cosmetics; in the store we sell hope.

Summary

This quote suggests that while the physical product being manufactured in a factory may be cosmetics, what is truly being sold in a store is hope. It highlights the idea that in the beauty industry, products go beyond their tangible qualities and are promoted as tools to enhance one's beauty and boost self-confidence. It emphasizes the emotional and psychological aspects of selling cosmetics, acknowledging that consumers aren't purely purchasing a physical item, but rather investing in the promise of transformation and self-improvement.

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Hope
By Charles Revson
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