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Remedy for Blackening Beard and Sideburns and Whitening Teeth

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Remedy for Blackening Beard and Sideburns and Whitening Teeth

Formulas Name : Remedy for Blackening Beard and Sideburns and Whitening Teeth

Chinese Name : 乌髭鬢揩牙药

Drug Formulation

Non-worm-eaten soapberry and black lead.

Source

From *Bai Yi*, Volume 20.

Processing

First, cut the sound soapberry into small pieces, each about one cun long; melt the black lead until it becomes liquid, then add the soapberry pieces and stir-fry until they turn charcoal-black—do not overcook, lest they turn to ash. Remove, allow to cool, grind into a fine powder, and add a small amount of salt.

Instructions for Use

Use it to brush your teeth twice daily, morning and evening. If your teeth are already white, they will turn black after 3–4 applications; if they are still black, they will not turn white.

Remedy for Blackening Beard and Sideburns and Whitening Teeth,From *Bai Yi*, Volume 20.,

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