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    No cancer, but there were reports years ago that the alum/aluminum in deodorants was linked to Alzheimers.

    By the way ... SRD had the Shavex alum blocks for sale a few months ago, and the last time I ordered, it took several weeks as it was on backorder from Shavex ... maybe they discountinued due to the undependability of the supplier?

    I like the interesting result from the Shavex alum block ... different than other astringents. I'm not sure the ultimate result is that much different though, than say, witch hazel ... but I do like it, so plan to keep it in the rotation.

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    in the late 1800's early 1900's they used to put it in bread !

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    Quote Originally Posted by ianp1966 View Post
    in the late 1800's early 1900's they used to put it in bread !

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    I think in 2010 they still do. I read that Subway uses some form of Aluminum in their breads.

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    Default alum accessibilty

    I had a hard time finding alum where I am (thank goodness for the Turkish shops...). What I found while looking was that what is being sold as deodorant crystal (solid form) in the natural product shops is the same substance. The price can be much higher than for "shaving alum" (at least here), but I don't think it is so expensive in the States? (Having used it for years as deodorant, I felt a little stupid. I had it on the shelf at home...)

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    Did you get any positive results using it As deodorant?

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    Hi,
    Yes, it works quite well. I haven't used anything else since I was an adolescent. But I like the liquid form better.

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    Without wanting to hijack the thread too much, I need to ask, just what is the alum block used for with regards to shaving?


    Mick

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    I just bought some shavex Alum from SRD about two weeks ago ? Unless they are out. I did some reading all over the net about Alum and near as I can figure, it's pretty much a salt and it's got some nice mild antiseptic properties to it. Like me,try not to get to sucked in to the whole aluminum alzheimer thing or any kind of thing for that matter. Just my opinion,but I think you should be pretty okay. Just stick with Potassium(potash) alum ans stay away from the ammonium alum (it stings alot more) I'm told. Hope this helps a little?........to MickR....It can be rubbed on the face when wet after a shave and it tones and tightens the skin. It can also be used as a deoderant(not an anti-perspirant). It is likend as a facial luxery if you will. I like it alot m'self .
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    Quote Originally Posted by fish4life View Post
    Does the alum block cuss cancer?
    No, but I have been cussing cancer for a long time. Frequently also. Many of my friends cuss cancer too. When I get frustrated with life in general I cuss cancer.
    That $^%#*$ cancer!!!

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