Bizarre Ancient Beauty Secrets

The Egyptian queen was said to bathe in donkey’s milk. It kept her skin soft, smooth, and glowing. A luxury only royalty could afford!

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Romans believed gladiator sweat had aphrodisiac powers. Some women even used it in skincare potions—definitely not today’s spa trend!

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Ancient Greeks trusted honey as a natural healer. They smeared it on their faces for youthful, glowing skin. Sweet skincare indeed.

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Geishas used powdered nightingale droppings as a beauty mask. It helped whiten their skin and remove heavy makeup residue. Strange, but effective.

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Way before Instagram made them popular, Chinese royals rolled jade stones on their skin to cool, depuff, and promote circulation.

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For centuries, Indian brides have applied turmeric paste before weddings. It brightens the skin and fights blemishes—an all-natural glow-up.

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Mayan women used cocoa not just for eating but also for beauty. Chocolate masks kept their skin hydrated and radiant.

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