Eye shaving is a rare traditional practice observed primarily in Chengdu, China, in which a metal blade is used to scrape the surface of the eyeball and eyelids. Practitioners intend the scraping to refresh the eyes and promote visual clarity.
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Eye shaving (Wikipedia)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_shaving, lead section
Eye shaving (Chinese 刀锋洗眼; lit: 'blade wash eyes') is a rare traditional practice primarily observed in Chengdu, China.
Treats: Trachoma, Procedure
Documented for over sixty years, it was believed to help treat trachoma.
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