Centuries ago, humanity didn't have fancy bottles with stinging aftershave that we applied to our cheeks after the Shaving. And those aluminum cans of deodorants with chemical ingredients like in those AXE sprays? Didn't exist back then either, thank god. In terms of Shaving, you're in the front row with us anyway, thanks to the experts in our Collection in the field of Shaving.
In the past, we had far fewer so-called practical skincare products at our disposal. It was all much simpler. Before the time of fancy Aftershaves, people used purely natural materials. And one of those natural materials is Alum. Alum was used for many purposes back then. And it might surprise you what it was all used for.
But what exactly is alum stone?
Alum is a natural mineral that has existed for centuries. Alum has very special properties for the skin and is effective in various areas. Alum is a Colour- and odorless mineral composed of a combination of salt, potassium, and aluminum sulfate. It is mainly extracted in the mountains of Asia Minor. This special rock naturally works as a disinfectant and a styptic.
This makes Alum very popular among people who wet Shaving. We have developed a complete step-by-step plan to guide you through the shaving technique as safely as possible. Suppose you get a bit too wild, that special crystal can help you. If you think you can only use the alum stone for stopping shaving cuts, we have news. It is an incredibly versatile natural product.
Using alum stone as aftershave
What you might not know is that you can perfectly use alum stone as a aftershave. It has a particularly active effect and the same result. It's a shame that Alum as an old-school but purely natural product has fallen out of fashion due to the arrival of battalions of Aftershaves in trendy design bottles. People just want to smell nice, but Alum is odorless.
But if you knew how brilliantly Alum stops a cut from bleeding after Shaving, you'd be amazed. When you glide it over the skin, the mineral binds to the proteins, causing the skin to contract immediately. This closes the pores in no time, stops the bleeding immediately, and prevents inflammation or infections.
If we've got you excited and you don't have Alum at home yet or have never tried it, you can come to us extensively. At The Alpha Men, you can buy a variety of alum stones to experience how Alum suits you.
Why is alum stone actually better than many modern Aftershaves?
Ancient alum stone, made by Mother Nature with a healing effect. Also perfect to use as an odorless aftershave. Especially due to its disinfectant effect after Shaving. Additionally, Alum lowers the pH value of the skin, neutralizing the drying effect of Shaving Soap.
Alum stone is actually suitable for everyone Skin Type, even for very sensitive skin. Alum is cheap, lasts a very long time, and never spoils. A disadvantage of many modern Aftershaves is that they, due to the wrong compositions, cause the skin to dry out. The present Fragrance can lead to irritation in some people. Do you have sensitive skin? Then a wrong aftershave can have a rather counterproductive effect.
It comes down to the fact that due to its particularly caring and protective properties, it is always very wise to have an alum stone at home. Purely as an instrument to stop wounds or to alternate with fine and caring Aftershaves. Of course, we understand all too well that you naturally want to smell tempting from time to time. That's why we also have a very wide collection with the best Aftershaves that you can buy from us. Then it's a win-win. Best of both worlds.
How do you use Alum as aftershave?
You might be thinking, how can I use Alum as aftershave? Well, alum stone comes in many forms. You have them as stones, in sticks, and matches. The approach is very simple. After the Shaving, rinse your Face with cold water and leave it wet. Take the alum stone and gently massage it over the skin.
This gives you a tingling sensation. The pores are open, and by applying Alum, they close in the right way. This also makes it safer to apply, for example, a Day Cream because the pores in the skin are perfectly closed. This way, they no longer get clogged. You can also wet the alum stone and run it over your Face.
The sticks and matches are often used for shaving cuts. You dab the cut, and the bleeding stops almost immediately. Any form of Alum can be used for this. By the way, if you want to know more about skincare from a broader perspective, we recommend reading the article Face Care men.
Using Alum as Deodorant
Yes, it can get even crazier. Alum can also be used as a Deodorant. Unlike virtually all low-threshold consumer deodorants, alum stone has an ultimate antibacterial effect.
Alum is odorless, which can be a relief. Especially when you compare it to the intense Fragrances of Deodorant you find in the supermarket. Especially when these start to mix with sweat odor. Those are scents that almost make you lose your sense of smell.
In principle, sweat is odorless. The bad smell arises from the waste products that bacteria excrete. When you use Alum as Deodorant, this mineral leaves an invisible and ultra-thin layer on the skin.
Which you don't smell, by the way. This very thin layer has a very beneficial effect on the pH value of your skin. Effect: the pH value makes the skin surface uninhabitable for the bacteria that cause that nasty sweat odor. If you want to use the best Deodorant with the same superior and safe properties alongside Alum, you can't avoid taking a look at our Collection with high-quality deodorants.
How do you use Alum as Deodorant?
Actually, you use Alum as Deodorant just like you use this as aftershave. When you come out of the shower and the armpits are still damp, you can easily rub the alum stone under the arms, just like with a traditional Deodorant Roll-On. Then you let it dry for a moment and you're done!
The many benefits of alum stone summarized:
- 100% natural
- Eco-friendly
- Inexpensive
- Odorless
- Does not clog pores
- Works all day
- Is not further absorbed by the skin
- No stains or stripes in your Apparel
- Lasts incredibly long
If you weren't already aware of the mega great effect of alum stone, we hope to have convinced you with this. Do you want to use the wonderful, centuries-old alum stone as a first aid tool after a shaving cut, a cooling aftershave, or an optimally functioning Deodorant? We highly recommend it to you!
If you have any questions? We would of course love to hear from you. You know where to find us.
Good luck!
Your friends, The Alpha Men