Multiple choice general knowledge

What did ancient Roman women use to lighten their skin?

  1. chlorine bleach

  2. chalk

  3. talcum powder

  4. sand
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ancient Roman women used chalk powder to lighten their skin tone. Chalk was readily available and could be applied as a cosmetic base. The other options are either modern inventions (chlorine bleach), used for different purposes (talcum powder for absorption), or would be abrasive (sand).

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