The art of hairdressing has been known since antiquity, and the people of Ancient Egypt knew how to cut hair and make lotions for it. Women’s intricate hairstyles appeared a few thousands of years ago, and some of them still excite the minds of modern fashionistas. Here are the most bizarre hairstyles of the past that might make you gasp in surprise.

New short haircuts announced the wearers' break from tradition and boosted the hairdressing industry

Le Moniteur de la Mode - December 1876

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1800's 1900's Women Short Hair Styles - Yahoo Image Search Results

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I love the look of steampunk. I love these free collage sheets. Seems like a good post for a SSE. And check out these hairstyles! Be sure to have a look at all Betsi’s lenses – ther…