King of Potions

The King of Potions ponders his grooming regimen as the clouds of doubt gather above his beloved city. Will his lotion keep his skin supple, while keeping his pores clear? Will his clarifying shampoo strip the color from his highlights? Will his breath still be fennel-fresh after three courses of garlic-based tapas? Is his single, monthly blemish -- carefully concealed and blended -- nevertheless visible to the naked eye? Oh, the anxiety.

Meaning: Mastery of appearances.

Reversed: Neurotic, fastidious nittering.

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