The Deadly Nightshade
Because kohl in Elizabeth’s day was made from powdered antimony, a substance known to have potentially harmful side effects, it was considered dangerous. Women also employed drops derived from a poisonous plant known as deadly nightshade to enlarge their eyes in order to complete the illusion of being larger. It was said that this had the intended effect of sparkling the eyes, however, this was not confirmed.
The Deadly Nightshade
Animal Skin Care Products on Her Face
Also fashionable at the time, Elizabeth had her eyebrows drawn in arched lines and her lips painted in a dazzling red, as was customary for women in the royal family. experts believe the scarlet color was attained with the use of a combination of plant dye and beeswax, and that animal products were used on the queen’s cheeks from time to time.
Animal Skin Care Products on Her Face
