Pseudo-Savonarola, class II 147, also called Ricettario Medico-Cosmetico (Medical-Cosmetic Book), is a manuscript of the sixteenth century kept in the renowned Ariostea Library of Ferrara, which also includes some recipes (among many) clearly aimed at the deodorization of the person. Some are recipes for intimate hygiene, others are perfuming and whitening formulations. After a careful analysis of the raw materials we can scientifically validate the claimed properties.

“Da far bella una donna, how to make a woman beautiful...” Fragrance recipes from the Este Court in a manuscript of the 16th century – Reinterpretation in a modern key

Vicentini Chiara Beatrice
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Manfredini Stefano
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Bonazza Mirna
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2022

Abstract

Pseudo-Savonarola, class II 147, also called Ricettario Medico-Cosmetico (Medical-Cosmetic Book), is a manuscript of the sixteenth century kept in the renowned Ariostea Library of Ferrara, which also includes some recipes (among many) clearly aimed at the deodorization of the person. Some are recipes for intimate hygiene, others are perfuming and whitening formulations. After a careful analysis of the raw materials we can scientifically validate the claimed properties.
2022
manuscript
Este Court Ferrara
Fragrance recipes
16th century
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