Phitkari (Alum)

Alum/Phitkari  (پھٹکری ) also known as Aluminum Potassium Sulfate. has been used since ancient times for it’s many wonderful uses. There are many types of alum, potassium alum is the one which is commonly used. It is found in the form of fine powder or in blocks. Alum is very popularly used around the world for shaving and water purification.

• English Name: Alum
• Urdu Name: پھٹکری (Phitkari)

Uses & Health Benefits:

• It is widely used in water purification treatment.
• It is good for removing blackheads.
• Alum powder mixed with honey benefits in asthma and cough
• It reduce the dandruff and treat itchy scalp.
• Using alum powder mixed with salt, daily to relieve tooth pain.
• It is good for curing dark circles.
• Alum powder is very useful in treating cracked heels.
• Use of alum is very effective to get rid of hair lice.
• Alum powder is used for treating pimples, acne marks, acne scars.
• It is really good for tightening the skin and reduce wrinkles.
• Alum is used to treat minor bleeding resulting from minor cuts and abrasions

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