Welcome to the strange and often deadly world of Victorian beauty. In this episode, you'll find out what some of the hidden and not so hidden) ingredients were in beauty products of the era, as well as, discovering a whole new meaning for the saying, "Dressed to kill". At the end of the episode, the Victorian slang term I'll teach you is sure to add a little sweetness to your day. So kick back, relax, and pamper yourself with some handsome history!

 

 

 

Music By: David Fesliyan

 

Special Thanks all of the following sources used in my research: Tisdall, E. E. P. (1954). Alexandra: Edward VII’s unpredictable queen. New York: John Day Company. Cheryl Wischhover, “The Most Dangerous Beauty through the Ages,” S.D. Powers, The Ugly-Girl Papers, Or, Hints for the Toilet Allison Meier, “Objects of Intrigue: Look Radiant in Radium, Natalie Zarrelli, “The Poisonous Beauty Advice Columns of Victorian England,” Alison Matthews David “Fashion Victims: The Dangers of Dress Past and Present” Potter, C. B. (1908). The secrets of beauty & mysteries of health. Being practical suggestions for the right care of the person together with a collection of valuable receipts pertaining to the health & beauty gathered during the author’s stage experiences & travels in all parts of the world. San Francisco: Paul Elder and Company.