What is Alum Stone Powder?

Alum Stone Powder is an indispensable ingredient in DIY deodorant and anti-aging facial products. The powder has an astringent effect that makes wrinkles less visible and lowers the pH value of the skin, which reduces sweat odors.

Alum (aluminum potassium sulfate dodecahydrate) is an aluminum compound consisting of aluminum sulfate and potassium sulfate. Alum is a natural and mild substitute for aluminum as an ingredient in, for example, deodorant.

Benefits

Anti-aging effect

The astringent effect of alum makes it a wonderful ingredient in anti-aging products. Alum stone gives a refreshing, tingling sensation and tightens the skin, making wrinkles and fine lines temporarily less visible.

Reduces sweating and lowers pH value

Alum is an ideal ingredient for your homemade, natural deodorant. Alum Stone Powder reduces sweating by creating a layer over the pores. Additionally, alum lowers the acidity, preventing micro-organisms that cause sour odors from growing quickly. And that means: a less strong sweat odor!

To influence the acidity of the soil

Alum lowers the acidity of the soil, which affects the color of certain flowers. A red hydrangea can turn blue when acidity is low. Sprinkle about 50 to 150 grams under the hydrangea at the end of August and discover how the color has changed the following year!

How do you use it?

Alum Stone Powder can be used as an ingredient for making skincare products, such as deodorant or anti-aging products.

What makes it so special?

Regular deodorant and other skincare products often contain aluminum salts (aluminum chlorohydrate), a substance that many people believe is harmful to your health. Alum Stone Powder is a mild, natural substitute for aluminum.

Please note: outside the EU, alum is also used in the kitchen, but within the EU, Alum Stone Powder is not permitted as a food product. We therefore strongly advise against using it in the kitchen. The powder can be abrasive if you get it in your eyes, so handle it sensibly and keep it away from children.