The Toilet of Flora by Pierre-Joseph Buc'hoz

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Author Buc'hoz, Pierre-Joseph, 1731-1807
Uniform Title Toilette de Flore. English
Title The Toilet of Flora
or, A collection of the most simple and approved methods of preparing baths, essences, pomatums, powders, perfumes, and sweet-scented waters. With receipts for cosmetics of every kind, that can smooth and brighten the skin, give force to beauty, and take off the appearance of old age and decay
Note Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Toilet of Flora" by Pierre-Joseph Buc'hoz is a collection of beauty and cosmetic recipes written in the late 18th century. This work specifically addresses women's needs and desires regarding personal care, offering methods to enhance beauty through baths, perfumes, and various cosmetic preparations. Buc'hoz aims to assist women in both remedying imperfections and amplifying their natural charm, making the art of cosmetics accessible and effective. At the start of the book, Buc'hoz introduces the primary focus of his work: to empower women by teaching them simple and effective methods to maintain and improve their beauty. The opening chapters lay out detailed recipes for various baths, cosmetics, and beauty treatments, utilizing natural ingredients such as herbs and flowers. Specific remedies are provided for skin care, hair care, and even dental hygiene, presenting a thorough exploration of cosmetic practices of the time and emphasizing a holistic approach to beauty and health. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TP: Technology: Chemical technology
Subject Cosmetics -- Early works to 1800
Subject Perfumes -- Early works to 1800
Subject Beauty, Personal -- Early works to 1800
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EBook-No. 44276
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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