“Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Egyptian Vanity: A Glimpse into the World of Hair Styling and Individuality”
New research indicates that the ancient Egyptians, much like people today, may have been remarkably conscious of their appearance. The study suggests that they used fat-based products to style their hair, emphasizing the significance of maintaining individuality even in death. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian grooming rituals, shedding light on their unique approach to self-expression across the sands of time.”
Αncient Egyptians might have been just as vain as humans today. They seem to have styled their hair with fat-based products to enhance their appearance and accentuate their individuality, new research suggests.
“This further ensured that the deceased’s individuality was retained in death, as it had been in life, and emphasizes the importance of the hair in ancient Egyptian society.”
The researchers studied hair from 18 mummies (15 mummified in a desert cemetery called and three from museum samples of unknown origin) who lived around 300 B.C. in ancient Egypt.
By taking a close look at the hairs under a microscope, the researchers noticed that nine of these mummies had an unknown substance coating their hair.
Α mummy from the Dakhleh Oasis, showing perfectly ‘gelled’ and curled hair. This specific mummy wasn’t used in the study, but is the same age and was preserved in the same way as some that were.
