The Industrial Revolution brought new chemicals and mass production, expanding cosmetic availability but also introducing novel hazards. Arsenic Pills and Waters: In the 18th and 19th centuries, arsenic was sometimes ingested in "beauty pills" to improve complexion and complexion.

Beauty has always held a powerful allure across civilizations and eras. From ancient times through to the dawn of the 20th century, humans have pursued aesthetic enhancement through various means—many of which involved substances that, unbeknownst to them, posed serious health risks. This arti

New archaeological research and scientific techniques, such as pollen analysis, radiocarbon dating, and DNA studies, have nuanced earlier theories. For example: Some evidence suggests that deforestation may have been slower and less complete than previously thought.   The Pol

1. Ecological Collapse Theory One of the most widely discussed theories about the decline of Rapa Nui civilization is that environmental degradation led to societal collapse. As the palm forests vanished, the island lost valuable resources for building and food production. Soil erosion increased,