Perfumery. Guide to the preparation of spirits, extracts, toilet soaps

Reprint from the publication. SPb., 1893. From 12 Fig. in the text. This is a unique collection of ancient recipes for cosmetics. The author, by profession, a chemist-technologist, gives an outline of the history of perfumery, talks about the methods of manufacturing a variety of aromatic compounds, toilet soaps, dental rinses and powders, water for washing hair and heads, blush, powder, cologne and skin care products. The publication provides descriptions of perfumery ingredients, their properties and processing methods. Many methods of preparing cosmetics described in this book are suitable for home conditions, but the author sought to interest young entrepreneurs and encourage them to expand cosmetic production in the Russian Empire. Circulation 30 copies. Made using Print-on-Demand technology