Secret of Cleopatra

In the history of mankind it seems that the Egyptians were the first people to extensively make use of aromatherapy and aromatic herbs and included their use in religion, cosmetics as well as medicinal purposes.

Aromatic essence and resins were also extensively used in the embalming process. Although it was thought that most essential oils were produced in Egypt by means of a type of enfleurage extraction method, the Egyptians in actual fact did have access to the distillation method via the Mesopotamians as distillation pots have been found at Tepe Gawra dating back about 3,500 BC.

There is probably no one in history who ascribes the secret of beauty to milk, lthan Egyptian Queen beauty Cleopatra. And there were reasons why Cleopatra enjoyed having regular baths in camel milk. Milk kept her skin soft and lily white. This is because milk has a moisturizing, exfoliating and whitening effect.

The power of milk is that it contains several wonderful properties that is good and gentle for the skin. So much so, that early Romans would soak pieces of bread in milk to use as a facial sponge.

First, milk contains proteins which can be easily absorbed into the skin and help soften and moisturise the skin. Protein helps to maintain skin structure, elasticity and hormones that control the skin’s moisture.

Next Milk contains contains lactic acid or AHA, which contributes to maintaining the skin’s natural fairness. Research has shown that lactic acid derived from milk, stimulates cell renewal by sloughing off dead skin to allow fresh, radiant cells to emerge. This leads to softer and glowing and lighter skin.Milk is also rich in vitamins A, D, and E which further nourishes the skin.Milk also contains glycerides or fats and amino acids which further soften and help prevent dryness of the skin.

Milk also has a whitening effect. Which is brought about by the way it regulates the production of melanin (a natural substance in the skin that causes the skin to darken). Milk also protects the skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays which are a major cause of wrinkles, pigmentation and ageing.

Milk is also great natural cleanser. The International Dermal Institute in USA, recommends using milk compresses to ease allergic skin breakouts like acne. Milk proteins have been shown to reduce inflammation of skin irritations and increase the recovery process. In fact, left-over milk from cheese making, can be used as a wound dressing.

Finally milk has been clinically proven to be mild and non-irritating because it’s neutral and that’s why milk is especially good for people with sensitive skin.Today, since the secret of Cleopatra has been unleashed, scientists have conducted studies to prove the efficacy of milk, and they’ve been able to isolate and extract specific components that give milk it’s beauty boost.So whether you decide to soak yourself in a milk bath, wash your face in milk, or use products that contain milk proteins, you’ll find out why Cleopatra had a such great penchant for milk.

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