Do you realize that when you use skin care and cosmetic products, you’re actually participating in ancient rituals? Women in all cultures developed ways to help maintain and enhance their beauty. They worked with the ingredients available locally and traded information amongst themselves. A fascinating range of ideas developed, which were passed down through generations.
Today, cosmetic and skincare companies use some of these ancient secrets to create their products.
1. Egypt
Cleopatra, a legendary beauty, made milk baths famous. It’s believed she used a mixture of milk, aromatic flowers, and a blend of her favorite oils to bathe daily. Because milk contains vitamins A and E, it is very moisturizing – especially for the face. Today, there are beauty products inspired by those milk baths to help to keep your skin smooth, firm, and young-looking. Try Dr. Teal’s Foaming Milk Bath with Milk and Honey.
2. Tahiti 
Monoi oil is one of the greatest beauty secrets of ancient Polynesia. Once known only in the islands, monoi oil is now available elsewhere. It is a unique blend of pure coconut oil infused with Tahitian gardenias, creating a product that island beauties used to moisturize their skin and hair. Monoi oil has fantastic moisturizing properties, but its exotic and intoxicating scent doubles as a perfume as well. Not only is healthy hair easier to manage, but healthy hair is associated with youth and vigor, making you look younger. Try The Body Shops Spa Wisdom Polynesia Monoi Miracle Oil.
3. China
The ancient Chinese have several beauty secrets that they used to age slowly yet gracefully. Their approach to 
beauty was different in that they believed in taking care of oneself from the inside out. They thought if they took care of their health, it would positively affect their physical appearance. Green and white tea has been a Chinese diet staple for thousands of years to help them manage their weight – a key part of aging well. The antioxidants are also great for skin. To brighten their complexions, Chinese women also add fresh mint to their brews. Try JASON’S Anti-Aging Tea Time Green Tea Creme.
4. Greece
Thousands of years ago, women in ancient Greece discovered two important steps for taking care of their skin – 
exfoliation and moisturizing. They used salt to exfoliate their skin, then replenished moisture with olive oil. Olive oil was known to the Greeks as “liquid gold.” It also doubled as a natural sunblock to help prevent premature aging. Mature skin is often lacking in moisture so it is important to be gentle, as too much “tugging” on the skin can lead to extra sagging, wrinkles, and fine lines. Try Skin 79 Olive Repairing Mask.
5. Mayans
Although the Mayans are a very mysterious ancient civilization, they left behind some indications that they paid attention to health and beauty. More than 3000 years ago, they made the avocado one of their beauty staples. Not only does avocado oil provide healthy fats to one’s diet, but it’s also a great way to moisturize your skin and hair. Avocado oil is is absorbed quickly and does not clog the pores. Try Credentials Avocado Body Lotion.
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