Chapter XXV: Appendix

NAIL POWDER (POUDRE POUR LES ONGLES; FINGERNAGEL-PULVER).

The finger nails, being an appendage to the skin, belong under the head of the Care of the Skin; we therefore give a formula for preparing the powder used for imparting smoothness and gloss to the nails. For use, some of the powder is poured on a piece of soft glove leather and the nails are rubbed until they shine.

Oxide of tin 4 lb.
Carmine ¾ oz.
Oil of bergamot 150 grains.
Oil of lavender 150 grains.

The oxide of tin must be an impalpable powder and is mixed with the other substances in a mortar.