#7: The Harsh Reality of Historical Beauty Practices

Old Hollywood glamor came at a cost—sometimes a painful one. With limited cosmetic technology, stars resorted to extreme measures to achieve the perfect look. Joan Crawford allegedly had teeth removed to sharpen her cheekbones, proving just how far actors would go for beauty.

Marlene Dietrich reportedly did the same, sacrificing molars to enhance her facial structure on camera. What seems shocking today was once an accepted practice, highlighting the brutal standards of Hollywood’s golden age.