Outdated hygiene practices that are far from clean

X-Rays Used for Hair Removal

In the early 1900s, the pursuit of new beauty techniques sometimes led to surprising results. One of the strangest was using X-rays to remove unwanted hair. At the time, it seemed fast and modern, and many willingly agreed to sit in front of radiation machines for a few minutes to achieve smooth skin.

Unfortunately, no one realized how dangerous it was. People later suffered from burns, ulcers, and even cancers due to radiation. A stark reminder that not all beauty innovations age well—and food for thought about what our current trends might inspire in future generations.