Rubinstein, Mala (1905–1999)

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Rubinstein, Mala (1905–1999)

Polish-born cosmetics executive. Name variations: Mala Kolin; Mala Rubinstein Silson. Born Mala Kolin in Cracow, Poland, Dec 31, 1905; died July 1999 in New York, NY; niece of Helena Rubinstein (1870–1965); sister of Oscar Kolin (chair of Helena Rubinstein, Inc.); m. Victor Silson.

At 18, moved to Paris to learn the cosmetics business from her aunt Helena Rubinstein; worked at the company (1920s–70s) until its sale to L'Oréal; as vice president in charge of creative services, wrote several books on beauty.

See also Women in World History.

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