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− | Alum is a | + | Alum is a form of crystal that's used for sealing shaving nicks and cuts. The two most common forms are the styptic pencil and the alum block. |
[[Image:blocosma.jpg|thumb|A typical alum block]] | [[Image:blocosma.jpg|thumb|A typical alum block]] | ||
− | == | + | ===Styptic Pencil=== |
− | + | See [[Styptic Pencil]] | |
− | == | + | ===Alum Block=== |
− | + | An alum block is used both to seal nicks and cuts, and as an after-shave treatment. The alum block is used by wetting it with cold water and rubbing it onto wet skin. | |
− | + | For sealing a cut, simply dab the block on the cut and rub it around a bit. | |
− | Remember that using | + | As an after-shave treatment, rub the block over the wet skin twice and allow the skin to dry by itself. Afterwards most razorburn and small nicks should be gone. |
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+ | Remember that using a alum block can sting quite a bit, but it's a quick-fading pain that doesn't take long to disappear. | ||
Rubbing your fingers on an alum block can improve your grip, making it easier to stretch the skin while shaving. | Rubbing your fingers on an alum block can improve your grip, making it easier to stretch the skin while shaving. | ||
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[[Category:Recommended Equipment]] | [[Category:Recommended Equipment]] | ||
[[Category:Post Shave]] | [[Category:Post Shave]] |