Some ancient Egyptians were natural blondes

By Bridie Smith Science Editor
Updated May 2 2016 - 12:13am, first published May 1 2016 - 8:33pm
Forensic egyptologist Janet Davey has proved that fair-haired Egyptian mummies were natural blondes, contrary to popular belief.  Photo: Penny Stephens
Forensic egyptologist Janet Davey has proved that fair-haired Egyptian mummies were natural blondes, contrary to popular belief. Photo: Penny Stephens
A boy of less than two years of age, with fair hair and eyelashes. Photo: Egyptian Museum Cairo
A boy of less than two years of age, with fair hair and eyelashes. Photo: Egyptian Museum Cairo