Agasthiar Purified Padigaram

Padikaram is a natural mineral salt traditionally used in Indian households for centuries.

It is obtained from aluminium potassium sulfate, widely used in Siddha medicine.

Indians have used alum since ancient times for purifying water, healing wounds, oral care, and skin care.

It is one of the oldest natural antiseptics used in villages and traditional medicine.

Traditional Uses in Indian Lifestyle

Alum

Padikaram is a natural mineral salt traditionally used in Indian households for centuries.

It is obtained from aluminium potassium sulfate, widely used in Siddha medicine.

Indians have used alum since ancient times for purifying water, healing wounds, oral care, and skin care.

It is one of the oldest natural antiseptics used in villages and traditional medicine.

Traditional Uses in Indian Lifestyle

Water purification

Wound care

Oral hygiene

Skin tightening

Stopping bleeding

Aftershave and deodorant

Treating infections and inflammation

In ancient Indian texts

It is written as a styptic, astringent, and antiseptic mineral.

Astringent

Slightly pungent

Properties குணம்: Healing wound

Potency வீரியம்: Cooling

Post-digestive effect: Pungent

Medicinal Actions (Therapeutic Properties)

Antiseptic – kills harmful germs

Anti -inflammatory

reduces swelling and redness

Antipyretic – helps relieve fever

Astringent – tightens tissues and shrinks pores

Styptic – stops bleeding fast

Antibacterial – prevents infections

Deodorizing – controls bad smell

Cleansing – purifies water and skin

Wound-healing – promotes faster recovery

FACE

Tightens skin and reduces pores

Controls acne and pimples

Lightens pigmentation and scars

Calms after shaving and reduces small cuts

BODY

Works as a natural deodorant

Cleanses and refreshes the skin

Helps reduce body odour

Stops minor bleeding on the skin

TEETH & MOUTH

Strengthens gums

Reduces plaque buildup

Helps maintain fresh breath

OTHER BENEFITS

Water purifier: Helps remove impurities and sediment from water.

Wound healer: Speeds up healing for minor wounds and infections.

Blood stopper: Acts as a natural styptic to stop bleeding quickly.

Face (Skin Care)

For acne / pigmentation / pores

Dissolve a pinch of Agasthiar Padigaram in water.

Apply lightly on the face with cotton.

Leave for 1 minute only.

Rinse with clean water.

Frequency:
Use 2–3 times in a week

As aftershave

Take 1/2 teaspoon Agasthiar Padigaram rub gently on shaved skin.

Rinse after 30 seconds.

Body Deodorant

As natural deodorant

Wet the Agasthiar Padigaram block.

Rub under the arms and let it dry.

No need to rinse.

Minor cuts

Touch a small amount of alum powder on the cut.

Bleeding will stop quickly.

 Oral Care (Teeth & Mouth)

For gum strengthening / mouth freshness

Dissolve a very small pinch of alum in warm water.

Gargle for 10–15 seconds.

Do not swallow.

Use 2–3 times a week only.

Hair & Scalp

For dandruff / itchy scalp

Add a pinch of alum to water.

Rinse scalp with this water before shampooing.

Do not use daily.
Use 2 times in a week.

Water Purification

Add a tiny pinch of alum to 1–2 litres of water.

Stir well.

Let the water settle for 30 minutes.

Dirt and impurities will sink to the bottom.

Use only the clear water on top.

Boil before drinking.

Wound Healing

Make a very mild alum water by dissolving a small amount.

Wash the wound gently.

Do not use concentrated alum directly on large wounds.

Intimate Washing (External Only)

Mix a very small amount of alum in warm water.

Use for external wash only.

Do not use daily (2–3 times weekly is enough).

Important Safety Notes

Do not use daily on face.

Do not swallow alum.

Pregnant women and children should use alum only externally.

Stop immediately if irritation occurs.