The birth of Barbie Doll dates back to 1959. Its creator, Ruth Handler, originally showcased the doll as an adult sex toy, but Mattel, the company distributing it, advertised Barbie in children's programs and the American International Toy Fair, according to Boston Globe.
At that time, Barbie's look was inspired by a European Bild Lilli Doll that Hander spotted during a trip. She had on exotic makeup with cats' eyes, and her lips was closed but not puckered, according to USA Today.
As the 60s rolled and the doll became much more in demand, Barbie had a makeover and began to look more youthful with her softer makeup. Her lips was also changed to a pouty rounded shape. At that time Mattel also came out with the Twist 'N Turn Barbie, which made the doll more mobile.
