Fraudulent antiseptic product, 1920s. Those selling this product (Mosso's Oil of Salt) claimed it was effective in treating various skin conditions, including acne, eczema, wounds and burns, as well as toothaches, gingivitis, sore throat, rheumatism, neuritis, and even sore feet. These claims drew scrutiny from both the American Medical Association and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Analysis of the product found that it consisted of two-thirds linseed oil mixed with turpentine, camphor, sassafras, and carbolic acid. The FDA took legal action in the spring of 1929. The courts ruled that the therapeutic claims were false and that the product was adulterated due to the diluted strength of its ingredients. This forced the company producing it to reformulate and rebrand the product.