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18th Century Blue Hair Powder- Charles Fox Historical Apothecary Colored Dry Shampoo Natural Hair Dye Natural Hair Chalk NO Poo

Name: 18th Century Blue Hair Powder- Charles Fox Historical Apothecary Colored Dry Shampoo Natural Hair Dye Natural Hair Chalk NO Poo
Brand: LitttleBits
SKU: 155709879
Price: 17.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (37481 reviews)

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Materials: UltraMarine, Orris root, Starch, Lapis

18th Century Blue Hair Powder
Historically Inspired Recipe
Available in 2 convenient sizes:
~Regular Size 4 oz Metal Tin: 3.5oz
~Kraft Refill Bag: 3.5 oz
Historical Label
Great for hair or wigs

This awesome Blue Color was made popular by the 18th Century English Politician Charles Fox (1749 –1806). He powdered his hair blue, and others followed. He was a prominent British Whig statesman. His parliamentary career spanned thirty-eight years during the 18th- 19th centuries.

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1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hA7Ek1h0UW0&t=2254s
2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SI5DLKQE8Rw&t=595s

This is a recipe that I came up with after learning about Charles Fox, checking out some awesome historical paintings, and researching recipes. I could not find a specific blue power recipe, so I combined historical recipes and other available ingredients that were around in the 18th century. UltraMarine became really popular in the late 18th century, but it was very expensive, so it was a pigment that was limited to the wealthy. It was the pigment often reserved to paint the mantel of the Virgin Mary. Starch and Orris Root were popular ingredients for powers. This hair powder is not scented because the Orris Root has a "violet" smell to it. Our UltraMarine is approved for general cosmetics and eyes.

It is really easy to put on (I sprinkled it on and rubbed it in). You can use a wig powderer or shaker…. Compared to the other hair powders we carry; this is a little different. It is a bit more "dusty". It will set with a hairspray.
It does NOT stain my hands, but it gets them pretty dirty - use gloves- This will wash out well with regular shampoo. My hair color is auburn with red right now, and the powder-coverage is fine. The hair powder shows different shades in the photos, depending on the light.

Medium Length Hair = 1 Container
Long Thick Hair = 2 Containers

If you are looking for a more modern label, we have it here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/155708293/18th-century-blue-hair-powder-charles?ref=shop_home_active

Ingredients: Ultramarine, Orris Root, Starch, Lapis

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SHELF LIFE: Unopened products that are stored in darkness with cool temperatures will last one year. Once the product is opened, they have a shelf life of 3 to 6 months.

Note: With these recipes and products being all natural and organic as well as historical- they are prone to change consistency in varying weather conditions. That does not take away from their potency or their quality- it just means that it's a natural product without any chemical additives. Our products may melt. We can't guarantee what consistency they will arrive in during the summer months. If this happens- put them in the fridge and give them a stir once cool.

GIFT NOTES: Let us know if this is a gift. We have special cards to put in with the order. Let us know what you would like to say and we can write a little note on the card.

GIFT WRAP: We generally don't gift wrap - We do wrap many of our items in fancy paper to begin with. As always a gift box is recommended.

PERSONALIZATION: We do not offer personalization options for our items.

Be Advised: The information provided on this website and through the services offered is intended to aid clients in making the best possible decisions to build and maintain a happy life. No information provided should be construed as taking the place of professional legal, medical or other advice. LBCC Historical, LLC and or Alicia Schult shall not be held liable for any decisions resulting from any service or advice provided herein. This information is a guide only; treat it as such. Free will is always at play and I urge you to exercise both that and good judgment when deciding how best to utilize your divine guidance. All rights reserved.

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37,481 reviews

Good vintage style lovely products!!!

lisa38k Mar 21, 2024

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Bought this for my husband, it shows up great on his naturally grey hair.

Claire Feb 5, 2024

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This was my first hair powder purchase and I love it! My blue color needed a touch-up and I decided to try colored powder - I am not disappointed. Very good color, fine soft texture, easy to apply with a makeup powder brush...and, bonus... does not rub off! I experimented with soft pomatum and hair powder for a week and only needed one reapplication. So much quicker and easier than bottled color! I will be buying again when I run low.