Hinduism - What Is Collyrium?

 


Collyrium 

 is a traditional eye salve consisting of soot, camphor, beeswax, and different scents. 

It has a cosmetic purpose in that it is used to outline and define the eyes. 

It's also generally thought to have therapeutic properties that help to enhance eyesight and cure a variety of minor eye diseases. 

 



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