Wash Like An Egyptian..

My favourite dance from Saturday night's Strictly Come Dancing was definitely Denise Van Outen's Charleston, which she performed to the 1980s Bangles hit "Walk Like An Egyptian".

The inspiration for this song is apparently the sight of people walking awkwardly to keep their balance whilst on a ferry. This made the song writer recall figures in Ancient Epyptian reliefs:

 "All the old paintings on the tombs/They do the sand dance don't you know"






It is believed that the reference to a sand dance relates to a music hall routine performed by the comic trio Wilson, Keppel and Betty, who danced around in the postures portrayed on reliefs whilst wearing a fez.

Dr.Hauschka have their own trio to give away this week. Not Wilson, Keppel and Betty but rather Lemon, Blackthorn and Rose, in their beautiful Body Wash Gift Set


 "With their subtle, natural scents, this collection of Dr.Hauschka Body Washes care for skin as they gently cleanse. The nurturing formulas contain Apricot kernel and jojoba oils to soften and smooth, while each key ingredient works to refresh, tone or deeply nourish skin"

The Ancient Egyptians knew a thing or two about washing, using precious, beautifully scented essential oils in their beauty routines.  The folks at Dr.Hauschka know a thing or two about the art of cleansing, although these body washes won't get you all in a lather:

"When it comes to getting clean, it's not about the bubbles. Bigger bubbles and foamy suds may be fun, but they don't necessarily wash away dirt. In fact, bubbles may indicate that your cleanser is loaded with harsh, irritating foaming agents"

To win a set simply go to the Dr.Hauschka UK Facebook page and post a comment to state which body wash best describes how you would like to feel this week:

(WILSON)  - LEMON – energised, light and playful
(KEPPEL) - BLACKTHORN – invigorated, assertive and able
(BETTY)  - ROSE – nurtured, balanced and calm

Your opportunity to get washing like an Egyptian (no fez required, but a song and dance in the shower always make me smile) closes at 10 am on Wednesday, 21 November 2012