Buzz·Posted on Aug 16, 20129 Photos Of What Mascara Used To Look LikeFrom the early 1900s to mid-1950s, mascara didn't come in a tube — it came in a cute little box with a big brush. I can't imagine how you'd put it on without making a big mess.by Hillary ReinsbergBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.