Immerse yourself in a visual journey of picturesque landscapes, vivid wildlife scenes, mesmerizing macro shots, and charming cityscapes. Every image will captivate your senses, inspire your imagination, and transport you to fascinating places far and wide.
Freckle Peel, Budapest (1937)
In 1937, Hungarian women used unique, almost experimental, metal devices during skin peel sessions to remove freckles. These procedures underscored an early inclination towards cosmetic dermatology and personal aesthetics in Central Europe.
Monroe Masks at Butlin’s (1952)
In 1952, at Butlin’s holiday camp, Clacton-on-Sea, contestants in a unique beauty contest accessorized with Marilyn Monroe masks, symbolizing the global fascination with Hollywood glamour during the post-war era.
Women’s Stocking Illusion (1940s)
During WWII, nylon scarcity led to ‘liquid stockings’, a cosmetic technique where women used makeup to mimic stockings. They even drew back seams with eyeliner, creatively adapting to war-time rationing.
