Egyptian Makeup
Red ochre
$14.99
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The ancient Egyptians used a pigment called red ochre, which is a mixture of iron oxide, clay, and sand was used to highlight the lips. The red ochre was usually mixed with gum and resin so that the lipstick would last longer. Red, orange, magenta, and blue-black were all popular choices of lipstick color. Cleopatra had a specially made lipstick that consisted of flowers, red ochre, fish scales, crushed ants, carmine, and beeswax. This resulted in a red lipstick that quickly became popular throughout Egypt. Lipstick was made in bowls and was applied to the lips using a brush. Lipstick was also a symbol of social status. The powerful and rich wore their lipstick to show their importance and assert their dominance. Red ochre was also used for cheek makeup. The Egyptians first separated the sand from the ochre. Then, the rest if the ochre is left to dry in the sun, so that the color would appear to be more vibrant. Then, the ochre would be mixed with water so that putting the ochre would be easier. Because the ochre was moist, it would protect the skin from the harsh sun of Egypt. If you don't want your skin to burn while looking red and classy, this is the product for you.
Kohl
$9.99
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The Egyptians used kohl, a mixture of galena (a blue-grey mineral form of lead) and soot to outline their eyes with a black line. The kohl also protected their eyes from the sun. Galena was found in the desert at a place called Gebel el-Zeit. The Egyptians applied kohl to make them look feline, because they worshipped cats. If you're into cats, then this is the product for you.
Machalite
$14.99
Egyptians used malachite, a mineral, for its green color for eye makeup. The machalite also helped make the Egyptians’ eyes look bigger. They combined the machalite with water or animal fat to the machalite powder to make a paste. Machalite was imported from the Sinai desert. Since machalite is rare, it was also a symbol of social status. The Egyptians believed that machalite could evoke Horus, the God of the sky and the sun. If you like green and big eyes, this is the product for you.