Alum Stick & Alum Block

How to use a styptic pencil with alum

Forget tissue paper and small bandages on your face or neck. Use an alum stick to stop the bleeding. Here’s how to do it step by step:

1. Moisten the tip of the alum stick with a little water. The water helps dissolve the alum salt, which is necessary for it to work as a styptic.
2. Gently press the dampened stick against the cut. A mild stinging sensation may occur but fades quickly. The bleeding usually stops immediately.
3. Rinse the stick to clean it before placing it back in your bathroom cabinet.

Home remedy for stopping bleeding while shaving

Bleeding after shaving is common, especially with small razor nicks on the chin, neck, or around the mouth. Many try to stop the bleeding with tissue paper, cold water, or pressure, but these methods are often temporary and can further irritate the skin.

A classic home remedy for stopping bleeding while shaving is alum. An alum stick has an astringent effect on the skin and helps quickly stop bleeding while keeping the area clean. Unlike improvised solutions, alum is specifically designed for small shaving cuts.

For those who shave regularly and want a simple and effective way to handle razor nicks, an alum stick is therefore a more reliable option than traditional home remedies.