Below you can find the This substance was used by ancient egyptians to stain the palms fingernails & soles of the feet as well as to dye hair Jeopardy Words Answer. The answer to This substance was used by ancient egyptians to stain the palms fingernails & soles of the feet as well as to dye hair has 5 letters. This clue belongs to the Long-ago beauty secrets category and is part of Jeopardy Word Level 1706. If you scroll near the bottom you will find other clues and answers part of level 1706