Source: "Qixiao Liangfang" in the Ming Dynasty.
Ingredients: One catty of ginger, half a catty of jujube, two taels of salt, three taels of licorice, half a tael each of clove and agarwood, and four taels of fennel.
Preparation: Grind all the ingredients into coarse powder and mix well.
Usage: Take three to five qian (a unit of weight) each time, boil and take in the morning or soak in boiling water.
Explanation: There is an ancient poem praising this recipe: "One catty of ginger, half a catty of jujube, two taels of salt, three taels of licorice, half a tael each of clove and agarwood, and four taels of fennel, grind them together. Boil or soak, the effects of this medicine are more valuable than treasures. Drink a cup every morning, and your youthful appearance will last a lifetime." This recipe can continuously nourish the skin and appearance with abundant qi and blood, making it less prone to aging. This recipe has a mild nature and is not bitter, making it a convenient and effective beauty recipe.
