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camphor ice

/ˈkæmfər aɪs/

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/ˈkæmfər aɪs/formalbritishmedicalobsolete
  • ruТрадиционное лекарственное средство, приготовленное из камфоры и белого воска, используемое в качестве бальзама или мази для лечения незначительных кожных заболеваний, таких как потрескавшиеся губы, герпес или обморожение. Оно было широко распространено в британских домохозяйствах в первой половине XX века.

A traditional medicinal preparation made from camphor and white wax, used as a balm or ointment for treating minor skin ailments such as chapped lips, cold sores, or chilblains. It was commonly found in British households in the early to mid-20th century.

  1. Medicated skin balmC1formalbritish

    A traditional medicinal preparation made from camphor and other ingredients, used as a topical ointment for minor skin irritations, chapped skin, and cold sores.

    ruКамфорная мазь

    • She applied camphor ice to her dry, cracked lips.
    • Camphor ice is often used to soothe cold sores.
    • The pharmacist recommended camphor ice for the minor skin irritation.