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EP - 100 - Gold in Skincare: Ancient Cures, Royal Obsessions, and Fatal Consequences
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Gold has been hailed as the ultimate beauty secret - but beneath the shimmer lies a deadly truth. From Cleopatra's gilded facemasks to Diane de Poitiers' fatal elixirs, people have risked everything in the pursuit of eternal youth. But it wasn't just about vanity - gold was once believed to cure everything from skin ulcers to sorcery.
In this episode, we uncover the glittering history of gold in skincare and medicine - and the dangerous obsessions it inspired. And while the risks may look different today, gold hasn’t gone anywhere — you’ll still find it in modern serums, masks, and creams promising to turn back time!
Are. You. Ready?
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https://www.thetimes.com/article/gold-beauty-wonder-product-or-deadly-poison-times-luxury-s75l2l9rr
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