Join host Heidi Nyabanda as she explores the interesting development of cosmetics in Ancient Egypt and its impact on contemporary beauty trends in this episode of Pyramids and Palettes. Talented makeup artist Angela, our special guest, discusses how traditional Egyptian customs like applying kohl for protection and doing striking eye makeup still influence modern fashion.

Together, they explore the spiritual and aesthetic aspects of cosmetics and the significance of cosmetics. They also find links between Cleopatra's famous appearances and the self-expression found in contemporary beauty trends on social media sites like Instagram and TikTok. Don't miss this fascinating conversation that reminds us how the past influences the present by fusing creativity and history.

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Heidi Nyabanda, the host of Pyramids and Palettes, takes us on a very personal journey in this episode, explaining how her father's passion for Egyptian history sparked an interest in her that has lasted a lifetime. Heidi considers how the tales of ancient Egypt's pharaohs captured her imagination and influenced her love of history, drawing inspiration from her early memories of watching National Geographic and seeing Cleopatra's famous image flash across the screen.

The episode explores the Pharaohs' lasting impact on art, culture, and leadership, with her father joining her for a brief moment to accurately represent the legacies of historical monarchs like Akhenaten, Ramses II, and Cleopatra. This episode emphasizes how their legacy was expressed through their symbolic creativity that communicated their supernatural connection and their use of clothes as a statement of power.

In the show's final episode, Heidi Nyabanda, host of History Uncovered, examines the ageless brilliance of ancient Egyptian makeup and its enduring impact on contemporary beauty trends. This episode reveals how ancient Egyptian cosmetics were more than just aesthetically pleasing; they were intricately linked to identity, religion, and society. Examples include the protective and spiritual meaning of kohl eyeliner and the symbolic application of malachite for vivid eyeshadows. Heidi Nyabanda considers the long history of Egyptian beauty customs, recognizing their historical foundations while applauding their development into international trends.