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Cosmetics played a role in ancient Egyptian society, both for aesthetic purposes and cultural significance. One of the most iconic aspects of ancient Egyptian cosmetics is the use of eye makeup, particularly kohl. Read more on our blog! #egyptology #egyptianimports #cairoegypt #egyptianhistory #discoveriesegyptianimports #egypt #egyptianmythology #blogger #traveltheworld #travel #blogging #blog #egyptian #cosmetics #cosmeticslover #fashion #fashionblogger #fashioninspiration

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The use of makeup was first documented as early as the Ancient Egyptian empire. The first eyeliner emerged from the use of kohl; Egyptian women would use it to line around their eyes into an almond shape. Copper, leaf ore, and malachite were used for the use of red and green pigments for eyeshadow and lip pigmentation.

Kohl made the whites of the eyes stand out and acted as a major supply of nitric oxide that in time before antibiotics, prevented eye infections which could lead to cataracts or blindness. The wealthy Egyptians had it made of galena, a dark metallic mineral. The poor - out of soot and animal fats. Powdered gold, pearls, coral or emeralds were sometimes added to give the eyeliner shine or subtle shades. Essential oils for scent and little oil or milk for easy application were added as well.

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Women and vanity have always gone hand in hand whatever culture, country or time of history it might have been. Archaeologists have found makeup on buried women, beauty tools in their graves and even beauty

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History Men & Women- the blackness (eyeliner) is show on the statue which was known as kohl for the Egyptians.

‘Fayum Mummy Portrait’ was created in 120 by Fayum portrait in Hellenistic style. Find more prominent pieces of portrait at Wikiart.org – best visual art database.

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An excerpt from Eyeliner: A Cultural History details the history of the elusive Egyptian queen, and the everlasting allure of her kohl rimmed eyes.

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The use of makeup to accentuate one's features became a facet of Egyptian society and the materials used to do so spread from Egypt outward through trade. Additionally, individuals became increasingly interested in cosmetics to maintain personal hygiene. This photo shows a mirror, razor, tweezers, a kohl tube, and a whetstone. “Cosmetics Use in Ancient Egypt.” Ancient Egyptian Cosmetics - Cosmetic in Ancient Egypt, www.historyofcosmetics.net/cosmetic-history/ancient-egypt-cosmetics/.