277. PEARL WATER, FOR THE FACE.

Put half a pound of best Spanish oil soap, scraped very fine, into a

gallon of boiling water. Stir it well for some time, and let it stand

till cold. Add a quart of rectified spirit of wine, and half an ounce

of oil of rosemary; stir them again.

This compound liquid, when put up in proper phials, in Italy, is

called _tincture of pearls_. It is an excellent cosmetic for removing

freckles from the face, and for improving the complexion.