Suhe Decoction，From *Gujin Luyan*, cited in Volume 32 of *Wai Tai*.，Dull, sallow complexion.
Suhe Decoction
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Formulas Name : Suhe Decoction
Chinese Name : 苏合煎
Drug Formulation
2 liang of Suhexiang, 2 liang of Musk, 2 liang of White Aconite (roasted), 2 liang of Nüwan, 2 liang of Shu Shuihua, 3 liang of Qingmuxiang, 1 liang of Jishixiang, and 1 liang of Cormorant Droppings.
Source
From *Gujin Luyan*, cited in Volume 32 of *Wai Tai*.
Benefits
Dull, sallow complexion.
Instructions for Use
First, take 2 sheng of glutinous rice and cook 1 dou until slightly firm; use 1 dou raw. Combine with strong vinegar and 1 hu 5 dou of water. Strain gradually to obtain 1 hu of liquid. Bring to a boil. Wrap all the herbs in cotton and place them in the boiling liquid; simmer until reduced to 3 sheng. Once the decoction is ready, wash the affected area with soapbeans until dry, then apply the decoction to the darkened areas twice daily.Before applying the medicine, always wash your face with vinegar-water solution first, then apply the medicine. Gradually increase the amount to 3–4 he. The affected area will experience mild, sharp pain; as the affected skin peels off slightly, the underlying skin will become white. Wash the area three times with the solution, apply the Jade Ash Ointment three times, and dust it with white powder. Do not be alarmed by the sharp pain; if it itches, do not scratch it. Simply dust the surface with powder and press down on the itchy area for a full hundred days. Afterward, use a mixture of animal fat and white lead to complete the cure.
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Suhe Decoction,Dull, sallow complexion.