linked. The ancient Aztecs were believed to eat avocados not just because of the
flavour, but because the oil helped rehydrate their skin in harshly windy
climates. Far Eastern cultures have long used various herbs as topical ingredients
to revitalize skin. The ancient Egyptians used oils like sesame to make skin look
soft and youthful; they produced soap using olive oil; and Cleopatra was thought
to take milk baths as a way to exfoliate and soothe her skin.
YOU’VE GOT FOOD ON YOUR FACE
You can make your own exfoliating scrub with food sources and use it to gently
slough away dead cells for a fresher complexion. Do it once or twice a week at
night and before you wash your face. Mix and match the ingredients below (one
from each column) to create your own skin-saving concoctions.