A handsome man, especially one with a fair complexion, akin to having applied powder; an effeminate dandy.
他扮演的富家公子，仪表堂堂，颇有傅粉何郎之风。
The wealthy young master he portrayed was dignified and elegant, with the refined air of a handsome, fair-skinned man.
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Ancient
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During the Three Kingdoms period, He Yan, who was Cao Cao's son-in-law, was famous for his exceptional handsomeness and often applied facial powder.
After Cao Pi became emperor, he was curious to personally verify He Yan's renowned beauty.
On a scorching hot midday, Cao Pi invited He Yan to a banquet in the palace and served him a bowl of steaming hot chicken soup noodles with chili. As He Yan ate the spicy noodles, he continuously wiped away sweat.
By the time he finished the bowl, all the powder on his face had been completely wiped clean, yet his natural fairness remained evident.
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