Ancient Egypt’s Toxic Makeup Fought Infection, Researchers Say

Monday, January 18, 2010 - 13:49 in Health & Medicine

The elaborate eye makeup worn by ancient Egyptians served as a toxin that killed bacteria and helped prevent infections, according to a new report.

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