The Dark Truth Behind Elizabeth I’s Iconic White Makeup
You probably know what she looks like, even though she lived more than 400 years ago. Elizabeth I’s trademark red tresses, porcelain-like skin and crimson lips make her one of the most striking monarchs in British history, in fact. And it’s a look that remains iconic even today – thanks to countless media interpretations. But this carefully curated image hid many dark secrets. Horrifyingly, it may have even contributed to the queen’s death. Elizabeth,…