Cleopatra Research Paper

If you want to feel like the Queen of the Nile, you could try using some of Cleopatra's ancient beauty secrets. Scientists and archeologists have studied the beauty treatments and procedures used in the old Egyptian civilizations.

It was discovered that botanical oils and other beauty implements were used as payment of favors or wages because of their great value. There are many other beauty treatments that were also uncovered.

Alpha Hydrox AHA Enhanced Lotion - 6 fl oz
Amazon Price: $9.99
List Price: $10.89 Aqua Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid Skin Care System, Facial Cleanser, Toner, Face Cream, 1 kit
Amazon Price: $40.00 Alpha Hydrox Foaming Face Wash - 6 fl oz
Amazon Price: $7.02
List Price: $10.89
Egyptian Milk Baths

Queen
Actual recipes of body salt scrubs were discovered in medical papryi. It was found that Cleopatra added one to two cups of dead sea salt into her bath.

The minerals in sea salt combat stress and aging. They contain magnesium which combats fluid retention, calcium which strengthens nails and helps circulation, potassium which energizes the body, and bromides which relax muscles.

Two thousand years ago, Flavius wrote that Dead Sea salts can heal the body. Here is an article which tells more about Dead Sea salts. http://www.saltworks.us/salt_info/si_DeadSeaSalt_Benefits.asp

Botanical Oils

Researchers discovered over twenty aromatic oils that Egyptians used for their skin. They were used to protect their skin, treat skin problems including scars, stretch marks, and wrinkles. They were also used to keep them smelling good.

Those in the highest social strata used Myrrh to keep themselves smelling fresh and clean. It was effective in disinfecting, so they even used it to keep their breath