Video - The Extreme Beauty of Queen Elizabeth I

Did you know that Queen Elizabeth I of England was renowned for her love of makeup, especially her signature white lead face powder? This trend became so popular that women would apply it liberally, leading to health issues like skin discoloration and hair loss. To ensure their wigs stayed in place, they used a concoction made of animal fats, lead, and sulfur. The fashion of the day also included blackening their teeth with a mixture of iron filings and vinegar to achieve a luxurious black shine. While these beauty rituals may seem extreme to us today, they were considered the height of fashion during Queen Elizabeth's reign.