Sundance Acupuncture

Herb & Acupuncture Database

(This is my own personal database of teachers, teachings and notes that I use in my practice. I’ve decided to share it freely with anyone who would like to reference it.)

Dry Skin #1

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Herbs And Actions

Pharmaceutical Latin Pin Yin Dosage Actions
Sm. Armeniacae Xing Ren 30g Moistens the Intestines and expels Wind-Cold.
Rx. Trichosanthis Tian Hua Fen 30g Drains Heat, generates Fluids, transforms Phlegm, moistens Lung Dryness, relieves toxicity, expels pus and reduces swelling.
Fr. Jujube Rubra Hong Zao 30g Nourishes and cools the Blood.

Formula Actions

  • Dispels Wind from the face and head
  • Moistens the skin
  • Clears Heat
  • Disperses swelling

Syndromes

  • Wind-Cold and Dryness
  • Yin Deficiency with Yang Rising

Clinical Manifestations

  • Dry skin

Treats

  • Dry skin

Contraindications And Herb/Drug Interactions

CONTRAINDICATIONS
HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Notes

  • Can be used both internally and externally as a wash.

Modifications

For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.