Archaeologists Discover 2,000-Year-Old Face Cream in London
In 2003, archaeologists in London uncovered a tin pot containing a cosmetic cream nearly 2,000 years old. The cream, made from animal fat, starch, and tin oxide, was likely used as a moisturizer. Researchers recreated the formula to study its texture and appearance, revealing insights into ancient beauty rituals and humanity's long-standing connection to skincare.
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