Complexion-Improving Ointment

Complexion-Improving Ointment,For lung-wind sores.

Formulas Name : Complexion-Improving Ointment

Chinese Name : 改容膏

Drug Formulation

Almond (ground separately), mercury oxide (ground separately), and talc (ground separately), each in equal parts.

Source

From *Supplement to the Omissions of the Inner Canon*, Volume 4.

Processing

Mix with egg white, place in a porcelain bowl, and simmer briefly over a rice pot; then stir in a small amount of musk.

Benefits

For lung-wind sores.

Instructions for Use

Apply to the affected area.

Complexion-Improving Ointment,From *Supplement to the Omissions of the Inner Canon*, Volume 4.,For lung-wind sores.

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