The most popular treatment at the time for scars, wrinkles, spots and discolouration of the skin was in fact mercury. Queen Elizabeth I herself wore this lead based make-up on a daily basis. Also, the make-up that was being worn at the time contained lead powder, which was terrible for the skin and often caused it to turn grey after extended use of the make-up.
In the 16th century not only did people have the average amount of spots, but they also had scars from smallpox and plague outbreaks. For centuries young people have experienced spots on their faces and will try any treatment available to help them. A multitude of cosmetic companies play on the insecurities of teenagers with spots to sell hundreds of products every year which claim to eradicate spots from their lives. Every teenager feels like they are the first person in history to get spots and acne, and that it is the end of the world.
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