The Bizarre and Dangerous Beauty Trends of Ancient Times

Wearing Corsets

Women of the past (and some in the present, although doctors advise that you do not try this) used to bind their waists super tight all day, every day. Corsets were supposed to give women a "desirable hourglass figure" while subsequently making breathing difficult and, in some cases, causing massive organ failure.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.