Fitkari (allum) ko face per use kr sakte h kya ? Face per pore ke size ko kam krne or face ke skin tight krne me fitkari help krti h kya ? Fitkari ke kya usese hao for skin.

Dr. Ravi K V BhatAyurveda6yrs exp

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Alum is the common name for the hydrated salts of potassium. It is generally known as ?Phitkari?. In Ayurveda, alum is termed saurashtri. It has various external application to cure wounds and other diseases. Actions of Alum According to Ayurveda, alum has the following properties: Antiseptic Haemostatic Astringent Anti-pyretic Anti-inflammatory Antibiotic Health Benefits of Alum Alum is used for the cure of following disorders: Wound ? Alum powder can be applied on any injured area to stop blood loss and also to provide an antiseptic cover to a wound. Itching ? 2 teaspoon of lemon juice should be mixed with a small amount alum powder. Apply this mixture on itchy skin. Acne ? Make a mixture by adding powdered alum to 1/4 cup of with hazel and apply it on the skin to get relief from acne or pimples. Skin tightening ? Alum powder mixed with rose water if applied on face and washed after 10 minutes makes the skin tight by closing the pores. Tonsillitis ? Alum is effectively used for cure of tonsillitis in Ayurveda. A mixture prepared by mixing 2 pinch of alum powder, �th teaspoon of turmeric in 1 cup of warm water. This mixture should be used for gargle to treat tonsillitis. Complexion enhancer ? Boil water with phitkari and let it cool. Wash face with this cold water which lightens the complexion and tones the skin. Alum can also be used as a natural deodorant as it inhibits the bacterial growth. 

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