Toxic Plants Used as Makeup
During the Renaissance, beauty standards were as demanding as they were dangerous. Women ingested belladonna—a highly toxic plant—to dilate their pupils and achieve a deep, captivating gaze. It was also used to make the cheeks rosy… at a steep price.
Belladonna could cause hallucinations, heart problems, or even death, but it remained fashionable. A terrifying testament to the risks some are willing to take in the name of beauty.
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