Elixir of Ro′ses

Syn. Elixir Rosæ , L. Prep. 1. Eau de rose, 2 fl. oz.; spirits of horseradish and scurvy gra , of each 1 fl. oz.; otto of roses, 3 drops; camphor and cochineal (both in powder), 12 gr.; powdered sugar-candy, 1 ⁄ 2 oz.; digest, with frequent agitation, for a week, and after repose decant the clear, and strain through a piece of muslin. Used as an elegant application in scurvy of the gums, and also to perfume the breath. 2. (Beasley.) Cinnamon, 3 oz.; ginger, 2 oz.; cloves, 1 dr.; e ence of peppermint, 1 oz.; oil of orange peel, 1 dr.; otto of roses, 15 (? 25) drops; rectified spirit, 2 1 ⁄ 2 pints; digest 15 days and filter. Used as a tooth cosmetic.