Historical information
An ointment salve made by Purex Pty Ltd Sydney c 1950
Physical description
A small, round tin with lift off lid containing ‘Cuticura’ ointment with box.
Inscriptions & markings
around top lid : A WORLD-WIDE REPUTATION FOR OVER EIGHTY YEARS/ Lid : Cuticura / OINTMENT / ¾ OZ. NETT. / A Fragrant Antiseptic Emollient / Soothes and Promotes Healing./ Manufactured By / PUREX AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. / SYDNEY N.S.W. Base: DIRECTIONS / FOR THE RELIEF OF …/ Eczema-like rashes, Pimples, …………. / Use after shampooing to ease / scalp and hair dryness . Box: Front same as tin, Sides : same as tin
Base: Other Fine Cuticura Products…./ CUTICURA SOAP ………… / CUTICURA / FOAMING ANTI-DANDRUFF / TREATMENT WITH DIAPHENE/ …..
