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1890 Beauty

Queen Victoria was still on the throne during this decade and had her own thoughts on how women should look. But did women pay any attention? Only about half the time.

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Rose Water to Impress
This emperor did this to impress his fiance...

Hidden in a Sleeve
Can you guess what it might be?

Fashion in the 1890's
You might think that the Victorian age would not have had much interest in their appearance. Apparently, they did. Their interest in fashion and jewelry is especially interesting.

Fragrance in the 1890's
There might not have been as many fragrances to choose from as we enjoy today, but Victorian ladies loved scent as much as we do. Unfortunately, there was a downside to all of this.

Hair Care and Styles in the 1890's
In this decade a woman's hair was probably the thing that they treasured the most. Unfortunately, it was rarely in good condition for the reasons you are about to see.

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Beauty Machines in the 1890's
Without the aid of plastic surgeons, women had to take things into their own hands.

Makeup in the 1890's
With Queen Victoria frowning on the use of cosmetics, what were women to do? They for the most part, made their own. And it was not always a good thing.

Most Unusual Beauty Practice in the 1890's
You are not going to believe that women during this decade actually did this. I happened upon it quite by accident.

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