Pharaohs and plastic surgery .. Studying royal mummies
The study of royal mummies, that the pharaohs not only advanced in the sciences of medicine and anatomy, but reached dangerous stages of scientific progress in the branches of prosthetic devices, as well as in cosmetic medicine and repairing deformities!
Of course, the subject is still in dire need of other specialized studies, in order to determine for us the nature of what was being done in life and what the embalmer was doing at the time of preparing the body of the deceased for embalming. The discovery of artificial limbs and precision-made prosthetic organs that fit the anatomical proportions of the real member was an astonishing discovery.. The Pharaohs were able to compensate the person who had had amputations with prosthetic limbs made of wood and leather that greatly aids movement and balance of the body when walking, so that a person can practice his life normally .
A comprehensive examination of the mummy of the Golden Pharaoh has been carried out three times since its discovery in November (November) 1922 by Howard Carter, using X-rays, although no one discovered that there were plastic surgeries performed on the king's face in order to appear in The best picture in the other world.
Parts of the face were filled with some resinous materials that were placed under the skin to give the natural appearance of the face. The strange thing is that these operations were carried out by skilled surgeons using what looks like injections under the skin as is now used in cosmetic operations, and you cannot see wounds Or holes in the face that suggest subcutaneous injection 3,500 years ago.
It is not only the mummy of King Tutankhamun that confirmed the existence of such plastic surgeries but also the mummy of Yuya, where a subcutaneous injection was revealed.
Cosmetic surgery was not limited to the pharaohs at this point, but the archaeological evidence confirms that the pharaohs performed plastic surgery and injections for the palms of the hands, arms and feet, and the goal was to preserve the vital appearance of the body.
They also performed plastic surgery on the nose, eyes and even eyelids, which were handled with great care and skill.
One of the most amazing discoveries is that the embalmers of the pharaohs stuffed the pharynx in some of the mummies in a way that preserves the vitality of the appearance of the neck, as evidenced by the mummy of Yuya, whose CT scan revealed to us the presence of linen fillings dipped in resin oils in the pharynx.
Archaeological discoveries are made using modern technology, which are employed in an appropriate manner that takes into account the problems of dealing with antiquities.
It has been proven by conclusive evidence that there are specialists in Egypt with a high level of knowledge and professionalism, not less than the foreigner, but more.. I mention here Dr. Sahar Selim, who did excellent studies on the mummies and was able to provide us with a lot of information that is revealed for the first time.
I think that the information we have obtained about the plastic surgeries that were performed on the mummies will lead us to a broader field in which the secrets of pharaonic beauty are known, and whether the living of the ancient Egyptians knew the path of the plastic surgeon or not.
It is not only the mummy of King Tutankhamun that confirmed the existence of such plastic surgeries but also the mummy of Yuya, where a subcutaneous injection was revealed.
Cosmetic surgery was not limited to the pharaohs at this point, but the archaeological evidence confirms that the pharaohs performed plastic surgery and injections for the palms of the hands, arms and feet, and the goal was to preserve the vital appearance of the body.
They also performed plastic surgery on the nose, eyes and even eyelids, which were handled with great care and skill.
One of the most amazing discoveries is that the embalmers of the pharaohs stuffed the pharynx in some of the mummies in a way that preserves the vitality of the appearance of the neck, as evidenced by the mummy of Yuya, whose CT scan revealed to us the presence of linen fillings dipped in resin oils in the pharynx.
Archaeological discoveries are made using modern technology, which are employed in an appropriate manner that takes into account the problems of dealing with antiquities. It has been proven by conclusive evidence that there are specialists in Egypt with a high level of knowledge and professionalism, not less than the foreigner, but more.. I mention here Dr. Sahar Selim, who did excellent studies on the mummies and was able to provide us with a lot of information that is revealed for the first time.
Here are the most prominent beauty secrets that have been quoted from the Pharaohs since ancient times…
I think that the information we have obtained about the plastic surgeries that were performed on the mummies will lead us to a broader field in which the secrets of pharaonic beauty are known, and whether the living of the ancient Egyptians knew the path of the plastic surgeon or not.
It has been proven that the ancient Egyptians used a hairspray made of animal fats. They also used natural oils such as olive oil, castor oil, herbs and animal materials such as henna, sandalwood, musk, and amber, in addition to the infusion of alder tree leaves in order to maintain the cleanliness and strength of the hair.
They were also famous for their special methods of skin care, where they used all natural sources rich in elements that strengthen and rejuvenate the skin and help maintain its freshness and youth. The Pharaonic queens were known for their use of skin masks from various types of clay that contain easily absorbed minerals to maintain the freshness and suppleness of the skin, In addition to other masks that contain honey, fenugreek powder and herbs, fenugreek is considered the favorite plant of Queen Nefertiti for skin care.
To moisturize the skin, various oils are used, including chamomile oil, castor oil, sesame oil, and moringa oil. These oils also work to tighten and remove wrinkles. Aloe vera was Cleopatra's favorite plant, as it helps to unify the skin color and remove accumulations on its surface. As for exfoliation, sea salt was their first choice to remove the remains of dead skin.
The ancient Egyptians knew make-up and excelled in the use of decorative tools that highlight the beauty of features. They painted the lips using a special brush. The pigments used were all extracted from pomegranate peel and turmeric mixed with resin for supply. As for prominent eye makeup, a mixture of minerals is used, and honey and ostrich fat are used to make other preparations.
The beauty and care techniques invented by the Pharaohs have contributed to shaping the world of beauty today, and we see many products from international companies that follow this approach in the cosmetics industry. This is not surprising, as we have all seen evidence of its effectiveness