Video - Deadly Beauty: Beauty Practices in the Victorian Era

Did you know that during the Victorian era, people believed that taking arsenic would help them achieve a pale complexion? This toxic beauty trend led to widespread poisoning and even death among those who used arsenic-laden cosmetics. Some women would apply a mixture of lead and vinegar to their faces to create a white, porcelain look, which caused severe skin damage and health issues. In an effort to look fashionable, people put their lives at risk with these deadly beauty practices. Stay tuned for more shocking historical beauty revelations!