Meet the Himba Tribe Why Women Don’t Bathe with Water and Their Unique Beauty Rituals

The Himba people, who live in Namibia’s Kunene region, are well known for holding on to their traditional way of life despite modern changes around them. One of the most unique things about their culture is that they do not use water for bathing. This is not just a tradition but a practical response to the dry environment they live in.......CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>>>>

The Kunene region is very dry, and water is not easy to find. Because of this, the Himba use the little water they have mainly for drinking and caring for their animals. Instead of using water to wash, they have found other ways to stay clean.

A key part of their hygiene practice is using a red paste called otjize. This mixture is made from butterfat and red-colored earth. Himba women apply it to their skin and hair. It protects them from the strong sun, helps keep insects away, and acts as a kind of cleanser. The.……CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>