Outdated hygiene practices that are anything but clean

Women Used Disinfectant as a Contraceptive Method

In the early 20th century, when contraception was illegal in the U.S., many women turned to desperate and dangerous alternatives. One of the most shocking was the use of Lysol—yes, the household disinfectant—as a feminine hygiene product and for pregnancy prevention.

Advertised as a miracle solution, Lysol was far from safe. Its harsh chemicals caused burns and infections, proving that advertising can be dangerously misleading.