Much of what makes up the beauty industry has a deep-rooted history in today’s world. The habits and techniques we use in our daily beauty routines were often formed by observing our parents when we were young, making our mother, aunt, and grandmother seem like experts in everything beauty. A treasure trove of timeless beauty...
Category: Ancestral Beauty Secrets
Ancient Beauty Rituals: Women of Greece
Ancestors of the Greeks were deeply involved with natural healing and mythical beauty. In fact, the word “cosmetics” is derived from the Greek word “kosmetikos,” which originated in the early 17th century. Greek culture established aesthetic standards: the ideal body was determined by an ideal of dominated beauty during those times. To remove sweat and...
An Overview of Soap History
It was the Babylonians, the Mesopotamians, the Egyptians, and the ancient Greeks and Romans who made the first soap-like substances around 2800 BC. They all made soap by mixing fats, oils, and salts. Bathing and personal hygiene were not the primary purposes of soap use. Instead, they were produced to clean cooking utensils, wool, cotton,...
Around the World, Popular Traditional Soaps
Natural, environmentally friendly products are becoming increasingly prevalent with consumers today, an alternative to chemical and petroleum-based products. Let us discover the stories behind the various traditional soaps from around the world. How do these soaps get their popularity, and what is the secret behind their recipe. Olive Oil Nabulsi Soap Prevalent in West Bank,...
SPA and Wellness
The origin of the Word ‘SPA.’ The word spa is derived from a Belgian town named Aquae Spadanae in Latin. The Latin phrase translates as “water spa,” which comes from the verb spargere, which means to sprinkle, to wet. Since medieval times, the town’s bath and its water rich in iron have been used to...
The Hammam Beauty Rituals
“Moroccan Hammam” or Moroccan Bath has evolved over time and is one of the oldest surviving bath traditions in the world. A Moroccan beauty treatment that is a culmination of experiences passed down through generations. Today, the practice continues to flourish in modern Morocco, providing locals and visitors alike with a chance to relax and...
Moroccan Black Soap (beldi)
Morocco, a land of a thousand colors and a myriad of spices. There are countless secrets to Moroccan diversity related to all aspects of daily life, and Morocco’s famous black soap is one of those hidden treasures. Moroccan Black soap, also called “Sabon Beldii” or “Savon Noir” is one of the most popular soaps in...
CLEOPATRA HAMMAM: From Antiquity to Modernity
Cleopatra Hammam is a staple of many spa menus today. There are several variations. A luxury spa might offer a salt scrub, a sesame and honey body wrap, and a relaxing massage with aromatic essential oils. Other spas offer steam baths, including relaxing in a sauna, steam bath, lying down in heated heating stone and...
Moroccan Pure Argan Oil: The Secret of Timeless Beauty
Pure argan oil is the heart of our products, an exceptionally nutrient-rich oil produced from the fruit kernel of the rare Argan trees, which grow abundantly in Southwest Morocco. Argan oil has tremendous value for your health and well-being. It is rich in Vitamin E, essential fatty acids, anti-aging properties, and antioxidants that will bring a...