HOW TO HAVE A BEAUTIFUL COMPLEXION.
One of our lady readers, who found that her skin was becoming harsh and dry from use of powders, rouge and creams, sends us the formula below. She states that the simple, harmless and inexpensive lotion made therefrom softened her skin, and so greatly enhanced the beauty of her complexion that she has entirely done away with all other preparations which she had been accustomed to use. This lotion can easily be prepared at home or by any good pharmamen. It calls for two ounces of Rose Water, one drachm Tincture of Benzoin, and two ounces Flowers of Qxzoin. Mix together and apply night find morning with the hands, or use a soft cloth or sponge. Always shake well before using. Ouf obligin’} correspondent asks that her name be withheld for personal reasons, but nevertheless gives 'is permission to publish her letter for the benefit of other readers. f>ho adds that this formula was given her by a woman 65 years old, whose youtluul complexion and almost total absence of wrinkles were a source of wonder and admiration to all who knew hall—(Ad.)
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New Zealand Graphic, Volume XLVIII, Issue 2, 10 July 1912, Page 61
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189HOW TO HAVE A BEAUTIFUL COMPLEXION. New Zealand Graphic, Volume XLVIII, Issue 2, 10 July 1912, Page 61
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