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Dihuan Powder,For chapped and cracked skin.

Formulas Name : Dihuan Powder

Chinese Name : 皮矾散

Drug Formulation

5 qian of Lycium bark, 3 qian of white alum.

Source

*The Profound Principles of the Divine Realm*, Volume 12.

Benefits

For chapped and cracked skin.

Instructions for Use

Boil in water to make a decoction and wash the affected area with it. Once softened, melt 1 liang of waxed mutton fat, add 1 qian of mercury oxide, grind into a fine powder, mix well, and apply to the affected area.

Dihuan Powder,*The Profound Principles of the Divine Realm*, Volume 12.,For chapped and cracked skin.

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