The Real Reason For Wigs & Hats
Hats and long curly wigs weren’t just used for fashion, they were also used to mask something pretty disgusting. People’s hair was lice-ridden and filthy, so they used these measures to cover it up. This would ensure everything would stay put, the bugs included!
The Real Reason For Wigs & Hats
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Leech-oxicillin
During the Enlightenment, leeches were used to cure almost every discomfort one experienced. You would often see people’s bodies covered with leeches. This was thought to get rid of diseases such as the plague and the common fever.
Leech-oxicillin
