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Medicolab Alum Powder Crystals 500g

Medicolab Alum Powder Crystals 500g

by Medicolab
R 184.95 - R 184.95
R 184.95
R 184.95 - R 184.95
R 184.95

Medicolab Alum Powder Crystals – 500 g BP‑Grade

Medicolab 500 g alum powder crystals (BP‑grade potassium alum) are ultra-pure and widely used for compounding, cosmetic, food preservation, freshwater purification, and traditional skin care uses. Trusted for clear formulation and flexibility.

Key Benefits
  • British Pharmacopeia‑grade potassium alum—suitable for compounding, cosmetic, food or cleaning use 
  • Multipurpose: used as antiseptic styptic, deodorant, pickling agent, water clarifier or pH adjuster without additives
  • Large 500 g quantity provides excellent bulk value and precision for DIY or clinical applications
  • Natural mineral salt with astringent and bacteriostatic properties—ancient remedy, still relevant today
Ingredients
  • 100% potassium alum (potash alum) monohydrate crystals, BP grade
  • No additives, preservatives, or fillers
  • Food/pharmaceutical grade (non‑GMO)
How to Use
  1. For minor cuts or shaving nicks: dampen skin, apply powder to reduce bleeding and disinfect.
  2. As a deodorant: dissolve small amount in water or apply dry to underarms for an odor-reducing astringent effect.
  3. For pickling: use in traditional vegetable brine to enhance crispness and preservation.
  4. Water purification: add small measured amount to cloudy water to flocculate particles, then filter.
  5. DIY cosmetics: include in pH adjustment, face masks or bath salts. Measure carefully.
Who It’s For
  • Compounding pharmacists or formulators needing BP‑grade preservative or pH adjuster
  • DIY cosmetic makers preparing masks, deodorants or skin toners
  • Home or small‑scale food preservation users mixing pickling brines
  • Water quality enthusiasts using alum for flocculation or cleaning recipes
  • Individuals wanting traditional antiseptic, styptic or deodorant aids
Caution & Storage
  • Avoid inhalation or eye contact—rinse thoroughly if exposed.
  • Not for consumption as dry powder; only ingest diluted per expert guidance.
  • Keep in moisture‑proof, resealable packaging to prevent clumping.
  • Store sealed in cool, dry place below 25 °C, out of reach of children.