Video - Beauty Through the Ages: Shocking Historical Remedies

Did you know that in 16th-century England, it was believed that wearing a necklace made from a live stoat around your neck could cure a sore throat? Talk about a wild remedy! In ancient Rome, people used to whiten their teeth by brushing them with urine. Yes, you heard that right, folks! And in the 1800s, women would apply lead-based makeup to their faces, risking lead poisoning for the sake of beauty. Yikes! Stay tuned for more crazy historical beauty practices that will make you thankful for modern skincare routines.