Medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) holds that the luster of one's skin is closely related to the functions of internal organs.If there are organ diseases, with inadequate harmony between qi and blood,the skin will become rough, and blemishes may appear on the face.Therefore, this formula addresses the harmonization of qi and blood and the regulation of five viscera, thereby achieving whitening and removing spots.

One of the more widely circulated TCM beauty formulas might be the Sanbai Decoction recorded in the medical text "Medical Introduction" from the Ming Dynasty (16th century)."It consists of 5 grams each of White Peony Root, White Atractylodes Rhizome, and White Poria Sclerotium, 2.5 grams of Licorice Root, decocted in water and taken warm."Originally used to treat febrile diseases with mental agitation, it was later found effective for replenishing qi and blood, whitening the skin, and moisturizing.This formula gained popularity among the people after these effects were observed.

The composition of this formula is well-suited, suitable for treating rough, yellowish, or hyperpigmented skin due to deficiencies in qi and blood.Medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) holds that the luster of one's skin is closely related to the functions of internal organs.If there are organ diseases, with inadequate harmony between qi and blood,

the skin will become rough, and blemishes may appear on the face.White Peony Root, White Atractylodes Rhizome, and White Poria Sclerotium are traditional ingredients used for moisturizing the skin and whitening; together with Licorice Root, they can also slow down aging.

White Atractylodes Rhizome is warming in nature, sweet and bitter, and has anti-aging effects;

White Poria Sclerotium is bland and sweet in taste, and neutral in nature, capable of removing spots and whitening the skin;

Licorice Root is neutral in nature and sweet in taste, having moisturizing and deodorant effects. It can be used for oral odor caused by spleen qi deficiency and cracked skin.

Modern pharmacological research has also confirmed the beautifying effects of these herbs: White Peony Root can eliminate free radicals and combat oxidative stress;White Atractylodes Rhizome and White Poria Sclerotium can enhance immune function and dilate blood vessels;Licorice Root has immunomodulatory effects, when applied externally it can provide sun protection, lighten the skin, and reduce spots, preventing roughness of the skin.Women can purchase these four herbs from a pharmacy and boil them to make a tea.If you find this troublesome, you can also make your own herbal tea bags. Take 150 grams each of White Atractylodes Rhizome and White Peony Root, 75 grams of Licorice Root, grind them into coarse powder separately, mix uniformly, and put into thirty small bags for daily use.

In fact, the history of using Chinese herbs for beauty is long-standing. Besides Sanbai Decoction, in Jin Dynasty, Ge Hong's "Emergency Prescriptions Kept Up One’s Sleeve" first introduced a beautifying face mask made fromeggs,scented powders,apricot kernels.There are also many formulas with whitening and spot-removing effects, such as the Jinyu Decoction mentioned in "Huang’s Collected Recipes," composed of Ginseng, Fresh Rehmannia Root, White Poria Sclerotium, and Raw Honey, which is beneficial for qi tonification and nourishing yin, while also moisturizing and whitening the skin.Application Method:[Ingredients]6 grams of White;1 egg yolk;

1 tablespoon of honey;

1 teaspoon of cucumber juice;

3 teaspoons of olive oil.[Method]1. First, mix the White Peony powder in a bowl with an egg yolk.2. Then add honey and cucumber juice, mix well, and apply to the face. After about twenty minutes, rinse off with clean water.3. Clean the face and then use cotton pads dipped in olive oil and place them on your face for approximately 5 minutes.4. Finally, cover the face with a warm towel while keeping the cotton pads in place.Cucumberjuice 1 teaspoon；olive oil3 teaspoons.

[Method]

1 First, mix the angelica root powder with egg yolk in a bowl.

2 Then add honey and cucumber juice, stir well and apply it to your face. Wait about twenty minutes before rinsing it off with clean water.

3 Wash your face and use cotton pads soaked in olive oil, placing them on your face for about 5 minutes.

4 Cover your face with a warm towel while the cotton pads remain in place.