Basilicon
June 28th, 2021
Yellow basilicon is made of equal quantities of bees-wax, white rosin, and frankincense. Melt them together over a slow fire, add the same weight of fresh lard, and strain it off while it is warm. This ointment is used for cleansing and healing wounds and ulcers.
Source: The Cook And Housekeeper’s Complete and Universal Dictionary, Mary Eaton
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