Alum for Dark Spots: Alum is a cheap and effective home remedy that lightens facial blemishes and pigmentation and makes the skin clean and glowing.
Alum for Dark Spots: The beauty of the face is enhanced only when the skin is clean, blemish-free and glowing. But due to pollution, sunlight, hormonal changes and wrong skincare habits, the problem of blemishes and pigmentation on the face has become common. Before spending on expensive creams and treatments, why not try an old and effective home remedy. This simple white crystal-like thing not only cleanses the skin, but also gradually lightens the blemishes.
According to Dr. Vijay Lakshmi, alum has natural antibacterial and astringent properties. It deeply cleanses the skin, removes dead cells, shrinks pores and tones the skin. Its use reduces dirt, oil and bacteria accumulated on the skin, which reduces the chances of formation of new spots and blemishes.
Alum water
- Put a small piece of alum in a glass of water and leave it for 2–3 hours
- Apply this water on your face with the help of cotton
- Wash with plain water after 10 minutes
- Use 2 times a week
- Alum and rose water
- Make a paste by mixing alum powder with one teaspoon of rose water
- Apply it on the stained area
Wash off after 15 minutes
- It tones and brightens the skin
- Alum and lemon
- Mix a few drops of lemon juice in half a teaspoon of alum powder
- Apply it on the affected area and leave it for 10 minutes
- Wash with cold water
- It lightens pigmentation and dark spots
Precautions while using alum
- Do not leave alum directly on the skin for a long time, it may cause burns
- Patch test is a must for those with sensitive skin
- Do not use alum around the eyes
- Do not use more than 2–3 times a week
Alum is a cheap, natural and effective way to lighten facial blemishes. If used properly and regularly, the skin starts looking clean and glowing in a few weeks. Before using expensive beauty products, definitely try this home remedy.
