White Lotus Powder

White Lotus Powder,For dark spots or blue-black discoloration.

Formulas Name : White Lotus Powder

Chinese Name : 白莲散

Drug Formulation

2 qian of lily alkaloid, 1 qian of mulberry wood ash (roasted), half a qian of wind-dried lime, and 3 qian of glutinous rice.

Source

*Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 8.

Processing

Combine all the above ingredients in a small porcelain jar, cover the opening with a tile, seal it with yellow clay, and bake over moderate heat for half an hour. Remove the mixture and grind it into a very fine powder using a mortar and pestle.

Benefits

For dark spots or blue-black discoloration.

Instructions for Use

Before each application, use the tip of a needle to scrape the dark spot, then apply a small amount of the powder directly to the area.

Note

Avoid greasy foods and standing in drafts.

White Lotus Powder,*Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 8.,For dark spots or blue-black discoloration.

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