For Chilblains
February 11th, 2019
Ointment for broken chilblains may be prepared as follows:
2 oz benzoated lard
1/2 oz oxide of zinc
1 drachm carbolic acid crystals
5 drachms almond oil
Dissolve the crystals in the oil, standing the jar in hot water; add the lard, and when melted stir in the zinc powder. Stir till the mixture begins to set, then put into jars. Apply with lint every night and morning until relief is obtained.
Source: Household Management, E. Stoddard Eckford & M.S. Fitzgerald
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