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- 🧂 Alum Stones | Natural Astringent & Skin Protector | NYCherbs®
🧂 Alum Stones | Natural Astringent & Skin Protector | NYCherbs®
The Remedy:
Other Names: Alumbre, Fitkari, Potassium Alum, Alumen, Alum Stone
✨ BENEFITS OF THE HERB/MINERAL:
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🦠 Antimicrobial Action: Naturally kills odor-causing bacteria and helps prevent infections.
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🧴 Astringent Effect: Tightens pores, reduces excess oil, and minimizes sweating.
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🌿 Skin Soothing: Relieves irritation, soothes skin after shaving or waxing, and calms redness.
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💧 Deodorizing Properties: Acts as a natural alternative to chemical deodorants.
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🩹 Healing Support: Helps minor cuts, insect bites, and small wounds heal faster.
🌟 TRADITIONAL & CULTURAL USES:
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🔮 Widely used in traditional medicine as a cleansing and purifying mineral.
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🕯️ Common in Ayurvedic and folk remedies for skin protection and energy balance.
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✨ Used in rituals for purification and warding off negative energy.
🧴 WAYS TO USE HERB/MINERAL:
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💧 Deodorant Stone: Moisten and apply directly to underarms for natural freshness.
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🪒 Aftershave: Apply to soothe razor burn and tighten skin post-shaving.
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🩹 Topical Aid: Rub gently on minor cuts, insect bites, or irritations.
📦 Available Forms:
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Raw Alum Stones