OILSKINS: See Waterproofing.
OIL REMOVERS: See Cleaning Preparations and Methods.
OIL, SOLIDIFIED: See Lubricants.
OINTMENTS
Arnica Salve.—
| Solid extract of arnica | 2 parts |
| Rosin ointment | 16 parts |
| Petrolatum | 4 parts |
| Sultanas | 16 parts |
| Fine cut tobacco | 1 part |
Boil the raisins and the tobacco in 40 ounces of water until exhausted, express the liquid, and evaporate down to 8 ounces. Soften the arnica extract in a little hot water and mix in the liquid. Melt the rosin ointment and petrolatum together, and add the liquid to the melted mass and incorporate thoroughly.
Barbers’ Itch.—
| Ichthyol | 30 grains |
| Salicylic acid | 12 grains |
| Mercury oleate (10 per cent) | 3 drachms |
| Lanolin | 1 ounce |
Mix. To be kept constantly applied to the affected parts.