Hume stone is an easily acquired product that can be valuable for both health and aesthetics. Check out how to use it.
Have you ever heard about hume stone? Widely used in the cosmetics and health industries, the product has several different applications. It is normally sought after for its antiseptic, antibacterial and healing action. Even more so, due to the ease with which it can be found in any natural product store, markets and fairs.
Also known as alum stone, because it is made from potassium alum, the product has a whitish and semi-transparent appearance. Above all, it can be found as a stone, in spray form, in powder form and in salts. However, it is recommended to purchase the product in spray format, as this avoids friction with the area of the skin that requires application.
First of all, hume stone is used as a natural antiperspirant, with potassium alum being excellent at constricting skin pores and regulating sweat. Its use, however, can go much further than that: the stone helps to reduce stretch marks, accelerate healing and treat canker sores.
Check out 6 different ways to use the product below, as well as possible contraindications.
Use of hume stone
Due to its versatility, hume stone is a great choice for use in health and beauty. Its most popular applications are valuable when you need a faster, cheaper treatment that is easily found on the market.
1 – Hume stone as a natural antiperspirant
The potassium alum present in the stone is responsible for a great feat: reducing skin pores, as well as regulating the sweat produced during the day. Furthermore, the smell of sweat can be reduced by the transparent layer left by the product where it is applied, which is very durable and excellent at eliminating bacteria.
It is possible to apply the product in its natural format, like stone, by wetting it and rubbing it in the desired area, in powder or spray form. It is extremely suitable for the armpits, soles of the feet and back.
2 – For canker sores
The healing and antibacterial action of hume stone is valuable when it comes to getting rid of canker sores. By eliminating bacteria, the product also heals the region. Furthermore, its action time is extremely fast, as in some cases, canker sores disappear within 24 hours.
The best way to apply hume stone is by diluting the powder. In a cup of water, 2 tablespoons of the product must be diluted, which can be either in powder or grain form. Then, gargle the mixture, repeating the process twice a day. It is still possible to apply the powder or spray directly to the cold sore, but the technique can cause intense and uncomfortable burning.
3 – Attenuation of stretch marks
When purchased in powder or salt form, hume stone crystals also work as an excellent exfoliant, reducing reddish stretch marks and reducing the appearance of white stretch marks. However, it is extremely important that a good moisturizing cream is applied after exfoliation.
To use it, you need to apply liquid soap to the stretch mark area and then rub a small amount of salt or powder into the skin, in circular movements. It is also possible to massage the skin with the stone in its natural shape. You can repeat the action 2 to 3 times a week.
4 – Hume stone for pimples
Likewise, the stone also has great antiseptic and astringent properties, eliminating bacteria from the skin. Therefore, the cleansing that its application promotes is valuable enough to help in the treatment of pimples, as it reduces pores and increases the tone of the dermis, making it difficult for acne to appear. Furthermore, hume stone also helps control oiliness.
However, if your acne is severe or your pimples are very inflamed, you should consult a dermatologist and avoid treating the situation yourself. Furthermore, to use the stone, you need to mix its powdered version with enough water to form a homogeneous mixture, like a facial mask. Then, apply the mixture to your face and let it act for a few minutes.
It is also possible to mix the powdered stone with two egg whites, using the mixture as a face mask. It should remain on the face for 20 minutes, be washed with warm water and followed by the application of a specific moisturizer for skin with pimples.
5 – Healing with the hume stone
Due to the fact that it contracts pores, hume stone is a great option when it comes to wound healing, as well as its antibacterial power, which reduces the possibility of infections. The product should be used in the case of small injuries caused by manicures and razors or razors in the beard, for example.
Despite its healing power, in the case of larger or altered scars, such as hypertrophic scars or keloids, its use must be stopped immediately. Furthermore, it is extremely simple to use the hume stone for healing: after wetting it, all you need to do is apply it directly to the cut site, or spray the spray version.
6 – For the beard
Just like healing, the use of hume stone for shaving is the same. After shaving, applying the product to the skin can prevent allergies or itching, as it closes the pores and speeds up healing.
To use the hume stone, you need to wash your face with cold water, pass the stone gently over the area for 30 seconds and then rinse. However, those with more sensitive skin should use the spray version of the product, avoiding friction from the crystals and any allergic reactions.
Contraindications
Some say that the product can still be used as a natural method to narrow the vaginal canal, even after childbirth, providing greater pleasure during the intimate act. Despite this, the popular trick is a myth, and can still pose health risks. Potassium alum is capable of altering the pH of the vagina, as well as drying out the vaginal walls and increasing the risk of infections.
In general, hume stone should not be used in excess, due to the aluminum present in its composition, which can cause allergies. Its use must be recommended by a doctor, it must not be ingested under any circumstances and must be kept in a dry and ventilated place. In any case of irritation, you must discontinue use and consult a doctor immediately.
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Sources: Tua Saúde, Dicas de Mulher, CliqueFarma
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