Elizabeth I’s Iconic White Makeup: The Underlying Dark Truth

Published on 08/26/2021
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Dark Teeth Was Part Of The Trend

Even as she grew older, there were some parts of Elizabeth’s appearance that she fought to conceal with smart makeup. For one thing, her fondness for sugary treats caused her to develop black, rotting teeth later in life. However, this did not deter the English, quite the contrary. Dark teeth became an odd fashion trend due to the queen’s popularity among her subjects.

Dark Teeth Was Part Of The Trend

Dark Teeth Was Part Of The Trend

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