She Only Cares About Cultivation

Chapter 1367: Chapter 989: Poison Doctor Unrivaled 50 (five thousand) Part 2

Speaking of lipstick, it is what the ancients often referred to as lip balm. Before tube lipsticks were invented, lip balm was actually used interchangeably with rouge, stored in small boxes or jars, and directly applied with fingers.

Most of the ancient lipsticks were vermilion red. During the Tang and Song Dynasty, the tanned lip color was popular, which in modern terms is like a nude or flesh tone. This color of lip balm even continued into the 21st century.

The oldest makeup powders were made from two ingredients: one was ground rice flour, from which the word "powder" originated; the other was a paste made from white lead, commonly known as "Hu powder." Besides these two, Jiang Xue also knew that Hu powder, rice flour, and sunflower seed juice could be combined to synthesize "Purple Powder," and fine millet could be used to make "Butterfly Powder."

As for rouge on this continent, they mainly use "rice flour" and "Hu powder." She had not seen any use of "Purple Powder" or "Butterfly Powder" yet.

In addition to these, makeup powders also include many made from plaster, talc, clam powder, wax, and various plants, marine organisms, and natural minerals, some known, some unknown. These are experiences accumulated over several lifetimes, especially pearl powder, with its delicate texture, which is considered the pinnacle of powder puffs.

Aside from these powder puffs, some ocean muck and seaweed can also be used as raw materials for cosmetics. Coincidentally, their region has a sea. Jiang Xue felt that living off the mountain or sea might provide some insight and inspiration here.

If she were to make facial masks in the future, the raw materials for the masks could be innovated using natural silk or seaweed mud.

As for rouge, although it is the collective term for lip and face balm, it also includes many other ingredients, such as the plant Red and Blue Flowers, animal marrow, and oils. The success and practicality of the invention depend on a lengthy research period, and only by achieving a non-smudging, three-dimensional appearance can one stand out in this industry.

Regarding the children’s toys, they’re much simpler. She just needs to sketch the design and let them find someone to make them. However, in ancient times it was hard to find fluffy materials. Using animal fur was too wasteful unless making something more upscale. Otherwise, it’s better to stick with single-dyed fabrics.

Before listing the recipes for the subordinates to find raw materials, she must first develop a product. Proportions and ingredients have been her focus recently. freēwebnovel.com

In this lifetime, her space, apart from the Spiritual Spring Water, actually hasn’t been used much, but she still uses it for medicinal herbs. Although not many vegetables and fruits are grown, the amount of medicinal herbs is substantial. The space provides seeds for many herbs that cannot be found outside, offering enormous convenience.

Currently, her space has ten plots of land, with each capable of producing three plants. One planting yields thirty plants. Though the quantity is quite substantial, it’s certainly not enough for mass production. Furthermore, planting outside requires consideration of climate and soil. If the local area lacks certain resources, transportation from elsewhere becomes necessary, and the increased cost ensures a high final price.

Jiang Xue then began living an indoor life typical of noble ladies, sometimes busy for days on end. Aside from opening the door to the servants during meals, she spends all her remaining time working in the space on these cosmetics.

In the coastal region, materials like pearls, bivalve pearls, and seaweed mud are not hard to find. The Princess Mansion has over a hundred people at her disposal. Initially, everyone felt this master was somewhat odd. Other families’ princesses were exquisite beauties raised in secluded chambers, but their master always appeared disheveled, sometimes even sporting a black face mask that could frighten anyone.

However, since she doesn’t cause trouble, as long as they complete their tasks every day, they can rest, which is exactly the life they desire.

Over time, everyone adapted to this lifestyle and grew accustomed to the master’s occasionally startling attire. frёeweɓηovel.coɱ

With each autumn rain comes cold, and the coastal region experiences exceptionally strong winds. With not many mountain ranges to block the wind, the hills are mostly just hundred-meter-high dirt slopes, and the region is largely flatlands. While beneficial for agriculture, winter brings bone-chilling cold.

When Shui Yixuan came to see her, he thought the environment here was terribly harsh.

"Why not return to the Holy Dynasty with me? Wind Valley is surrounded by mountains, so even in winter, it’s not too cold. Plus, we constructed the heated brick beds you suggested last time, which are very warm. It’s surely better than staying in this cold and dry place, don’t you think?"