camphor ice
a cosmetic preparation composed of camphor, spermaceti, white beeswax, and a vegetable oil and used chiefly in the treatment of mild skin eruptions.
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I tried many remedies, and finally found one, camphor ice, that would prevent the drying and cracking.
Tales of lonely trails | Zane GreyCharlotte unbendingly smoothed out a bit of tin-foil and wrapped the piece of camphor-ice in it.
Shadows of Flames | Amelie Rivescamphor ice is also excellent, and can be applied with but little inconvenience.
The Whitehouse Cookbook (1887) | Mrs. F.L. Gillette
British Dictionary definitions for camphor ice
an ointment consisting of camphor, white wax, spermaceti, and castor oil, used to treat skin ailments, esp chapped skin
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