Alum is rich in medicinal properties and hence is used in many home remedies.
If you have a problem with sweating throughout the day, alum can help control it and give you relief from smelly underarms.
Gargling with alum water two to three times a day during harsh winters can keep your throat clean and give you relief from sore throat if you already have one.
Mixing alum in your bathing water and washing your hair with it two to three times a week can help reduce the problem of dandruff within a month or two.
Anti-inflammatory properties present in alum can help relieve your joint pain and improve its mobility. It also helps in reducing swelling.
If alum is used as a mouthwash, alum can give the user relief from a toothache, pain in the gums, bad breath and more.
To get rid of dark spots try using alum powder dissolved in water on the affected areas every morning. Apart from this, you can also apply alum as a face pack.
The skin starts sagging with age and alum can be used to tighten it. For this, use a pinch of alum powder with one teaspoon of egg whites and rose water. Wash your face with cold water once it dries completely.
Alum also helps in reducing pimples. Make a paste of alum powder and water and apply it directly on the affected area. The anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties of alum are helpful in eliminating acne.
Alum also helps in eliminating facial hair. Make a paste of alum in a spoonful of rose water and apply it all over your face. The alum will remove the unwanted facial hair and the rose will give you a fresh glow on your face.