Aluminum sulfate and potassium sulfate, naturally found in alum stone, have antibacterial and astringent properties. They help tighten pores, tone the skin, reduce sweating, and promote hemostasis in case of minor cuts.

Slightly moisten the stone under cool water, then apply it to clean, damp skin. It is an excellent post-shave treatment, helping prevent ingrown hairs and small pimples.

Alum stone is also a natural alternative to deodorant, as it limits perspiration and inhibits odor-causing bacteria. Its powder can be used as a talc or bath salt to treat sweaty hands and feet.

S.O.S Hand & Foot Bath

Ideal for:

• Soothing gardening-related aches
• Purifying the skin
• Relieving ingrown nails before a pedicure
• Cleaning minor wounds

Recipe:

• Dissolve 1 heaping tablespoon of alum powder in a basin of warm water.
• Soak hands or feet for 10 minutes, or pour over the area to be treated.
• Rinse with clear water.
• Add a little lemon juice if nails are stained.
• After the bath, massage a small amount of shea butter on hands and around nails.

Purifying Hand & Foot Scrub

• 1 level tablespoon of alum powder
• 2 teaspoons of argan oil
• 2 drops of geranium essential oil

Mix and gently massage feet (soles, heels, toes) and hands. Rinse with warm water.

--> Use once a week.