Who made arsenic pills famous in the 1850s?
James F. W. Johnston, a Scottish agricultural chemist.
What plant was used in eye drops by women until the late 19th century to make their eyes look more attractive?
Deadly nightshade or belladonna.
How does the author perceive the societal emphasis on physical appearance?
As depressing and leading to unnecessary spending on items and treatments.
What motivated people to use lead face powder despite its harmful effects?
It was cheap and fashionable at the time.
What dangerous ingredient was found in the slimming pills that Eloise Aimee Parry bought online?
DNP
What happened to a young lady mentioned in an American newspaper article from July 1880 due to taking arsenic pills?
She gradually lost her sight.
What dominates the first 20 search hits when you type "beauty" into a search engine?
Women's beauty salons, hair, cosmetics, and related topics.
What is a common factor among all the historical and contemporary examples mentioned regarding beauty products?
They pose significant health risks, including death.
In which country do Maori women have face tattoos?
New Zealand
At what age do women of the Kayan tribe start wearing neck rings?
5 years old
What happened to Eloise Aimee Parry after taking the slimming pills?
She tragically died.
Where do the Long-horn Miao people in China get their hair from?
The hair is from their ancestors
How did people in the past perceive pale skin in terms of beauty?
It was considered fashionable and beautiful.
What were the effects of using deadly nightshade eye drops?
Sight problems, blindness, serious health problems, and death.
What do the first hundred images typically depict when you click on "Images" after searching for "beauty"?
The faces of women, mostly western.
What country are the Mursi tribe from?
Ethiopia
Nigeria
South Africa
Gang Shan
How did arsenic pills affect the skin?
They made the skin pale by destroying red blood cells.
What special ingrediant do the tribes in Angola and Namibia use for their hairstyles?
Cow Poo
Why do some women in Iran wear plasters on their nose? (2 reasons)
After surgery or to appear rich (pretend they had surgery)
What message does the author advocate regarding the importance of inner beauty?
Focus more on developing inner beauty, emphasizing kindness, compassion, and being positive.
In what country do girls go to the dentist to make their teeth crooked?
Japan
What symptoms did people experience from using lead face powder?
Grey hair, very dry skin, stomach aches, swollen brains, and death.
What is the main danger associated with using unregulated health and beauty products purchased over the internet?
They can contain dangerous ingredients that pose significant health risks.
Why did the men originally make Apatani women wear nose plugs and face tattoos?
To make the women less attractive to men from outside.
What was the consequence of taking arsenic pills for 18-year-old Hildegarde Walton in 1911?
She died after taking several boxes of pills.
What forms of societal pressure regarding appearance are highlighted in the text?
Plastic surgery, facial makeovers, hair transplants, stomach reductions, trendy fashion items, and beauty treatments.
What did deadly nightshade eye drops cause in addition to making the eyes look more attractive?
Serious health problems and eventual death.
What did Queen Elizabeth I use to achieve her desired pale complexion?
Lead face powder.