Beauticians Collection

Two beauty parlour employees
3785011 Two beauty parlour employees; (add.info.: Two beauty parlour employees. Two glass cabinets on the wall advertise their wares, including Buty Wave Shampoo)

Women undergoing a body brushing beauty treatment (b / w photo)
6015431 Women undergoing a body brushing beauty treatment (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women undergoing a body brushing beauty treatment)

Woman having a mud bath treatment at a beauty salon (b / w photo)
6015499 Woman having a mud bath treatment at a beauty salon (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman having a mud bath treatment at a beauty salon)

Women undergoing a body brushing beauty treatment (b / w photo)
6015442 Women undergoing a body brushing beauty treatment (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women undergoing a body brushing beauty treatment)

Woman enjoying a milk foam bath beauty treatment (b / w photo)
6015458 Woman enjoying a milk foam bath beauty treatment (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman enjoying a milk foam bath beauty treatment)

Woman having a body wax beauty treatment (b / w photo)
6015441 Woman having a body wax beauty treatment (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman having a body wax beauty treatment)

Woman having a facial massage beauty treatment (b / w photo)
6015440 Woman having a facial massage beauty treatment (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman having a facial massage beauty treatment)

Women having a skin whitening facial treatment at a beauty parlour in Harlem, New York (b / w photo)
6015479 Women having a skin whitening facial treatment at a beauty parlour in Harlem, New York (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Women having her nails donw at a beauty parlour in Harlem, New York (b / w photo)
6015468 Women having her nails donw at a beauty parlour in Harlem, New York (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Women having facial treatments at the beauty salon (b / w photo)
6015437 Women having facial treatments at the beauty salon (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women having facial treatments at the beauty salon)

Helena Rubinstein advert, The War Face, WW1
Advertisement for Helena Rubinstein beauty treatments, asking, Is yours a " war face" ? It It claims that 99 out of a 100 women were showing the strain of the war in their faces and that

Reading the Tatler at Helena Rubinstein, 1917
A lady waiting for an appointment at the beauty salon of Madame Helena Rubinstein whiles away the time by reading a copy of The Tatler. Date: 1917

Helena Rubinstein light treatment for wrinkles, 1917
The blue light treatment at Madame Helena Rubinstein s, to transform the woman with lined and tired eyes, as it feeds the skin and overcomes wrinkles. Date: 1917

Facial at Helena Rubinstein in readiness of the Opera
A lady enjoying a brief hour having the Tired Womans Treatment at Madame Rubinsteins restful salon in Grafton Street, London, before going out to the opera in the evening. Date: 1927

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"Unveiling the Beauty Secrets: A Glimpse into the World of Beauticians" Step back in time to 1917, where beauty was an art form and they were the magicians behind it all. In this captivating journey, we explore the fascinating world of Helena Rubinstein's advert, "The War Face, " during WW1. Delving deeper into this enchanting era, we witness women undergoing body brushing beauty treatments through mesmerizing black and white photographs. The delicate strokes on their skin reveal a dedication to self-care that transcends time. Next, we find ourselves in a tranquil beauty salon as a woman indulges in a luxurious mud bath treatment. Immersed in serenity, she embraces the rejuvenating power of nature's elements while capturing our hearts with her timeless elegance. As our exploration continues, another snapshot captures women undergoing body brushing beauty treatments once again. Their radiant smiles reflect not only their physical transformation but also the inner confidence that comes from taking care of oneself. Moving forward, we encounter a woman luxuriating in a milk foam bath beauty treatment. This ethereal moment transports us to an oasis of relaxation and reminds us of the importance of pampering oneself amidst life's chaos. Intriguingly juxtaposed is an image showcasing a woman having a body wax beauty treatment. It serves as a reminder that true beauty often requires effort and sacrifice – yet these brave souls embrace it wholeheartedly for their desired aesthetic perfection. Our journey takes us further into blissful tranquility as we witness a woman enjoying facial massage therapy—a gentle touch erasing worries and unveiling her natural radiance beneath layers of stress. Venturing beyond borders, we glimpse women having skin whitening facial treatments at Harlem's esteemed beauty parlour—where diversity meets innovation even during times when societal norms dictated otherwise. These powerful images remind us that every shade deserves its own unique glow.