If there is a beauty trick that our Dadi-Nanis knew long before the global pure beauty movement was captured, it is the magic from Fitkari (Alun). While we fill up stylish rolls, sprays and gels from our favorite brands, the truth is most of them being charged with chemicals, artificial scents and aluminum compounds that our skin does not really love. But what if we told you that you can make a completely natural, chemical -free deodorant below £ 100, right in your kitchen, with the old -fashioned wisdom in alum?Let’s dive into this simple recipe that not only saves money but also takes you back to traditional beauty roots.
Why alum is the unsuccessful hero of the natural beauty
Before we get to DIY, let’s talk a little about Alun. Known in Indian households as Fitkari it has been used for decades, from purification of water to soothing small cuts after shaving. Our grandmother swore to it for personal hygiene and with good reasons. Of course, alum is antibacterial, which means that it controls smell by preventing the growth of bacteria that causes the body’s smell. Unlike commercial deodorants who mask smell with synthetic perfumes, alum actually handles the root cause and it does this carefully without clogging your pores.
Another bonus? It is cooling and soothing on the skin, which makes it perfect for hot and humid Indian weather.
What you need
The great thing about this recipe is its simplicity. You do not need a long list of exotic ingredients or expensive equipment. Here’s your shopping list:Alum block or powder (Fitkari) – £ 30-40 (available in any local chemist or Kirana store)Rose water – £ 30-40 (choose a clean, or make your own at home of boiling rose petals)A small spray bottle or rolling container – £ 20 or simply reuse an old, purified deodorant bottleAnd that’s it. Your total expense will be below £ 100, but the results? Invaluable.
Step-by-step: How to make your Alundeodorant
Prepare the alum: If you have an alum block, simply crush a little in powder with a mortar and shock. You need about a teaspoon. If you have already purchased powdered alum, you are good to go.Mix with rose water: Take about half a cup of rose water and add the alumin back in it. Stir until completely dissolved. Rose water not only gives a fresh, floral scent but also provides a soothing quality for your forearm.Bottle it: pour the mixture into a clean spray bottle or rolling container. Shake well before each use.How to apply: Lightly spray on clean, dry forearms. The solution will feel fresh, cool and light – no sticky residue, no overwhelming smell, just a natural freshness.
Why this works better than store -purchased options
When you think of deodorants, most of us are used to imagining a strong scent. But here is the beauty of alum: It is odorless. It does not fight with your perfume or body fog. Instead, it simply prevents body odor from forming in the first place.Unlike commercial deodorants, it does not contain parabens, phthalates or aluminum salts that can irritate sensitive skin or cause prolonged damage. For those with darker forearm, alum can even help to gently even out the skin tone because of its mild contracting properties.In addition, the cost factor is unbeatable. A single alum block can last in you months – imagine being fresh, chemical -free protection for a fraction of the price of marked deodorants.
Customize your DIY -Alundeodorant
The base recipe is simple, but you can make it your own:For scent: Add a drop or two essential oils such as lavender, lemon or tea tree. (Do not go overboard – essential oils are potent.)For extra soothing: Mix in a teaspoon of aloe vera gel before tapping. This is perfect if you often shave your forearms and want something soothing.
For extra freshness: Keep the spray bottle in the fridge during the summer – nothing feels better than a cooling Spritz on a hot day!
A beauty tip passed generations
There is something heartwarming about realizing that our grandmother and grandmothers already had the answers we are looking for today in the name of a sustainable, pure life. For them, alum was not a “trend”, it was simply part of their everyday routine. Dadi would hold a Fitkari stone in the bathroom, while Nani would crush it in powder to store in a steel Dabba. Today we can pack it in glass bottles and call it “DIY deodorant”, but the essence is the same: natural beauty that works.
Making your own Alundeodorant is not just about saving money, but under £ 100 it is the best find in the beauty world. It is also about making conscious choices, moving away from chemicals and embrace aged traditions that are gentle on our skin and kinder to the planet.Next time you are enough for your usual roll-on, break and try this recipe. Trust us, when you feel the freshness of alum and rose water, you may just change your expensive deodorants for this humble, arvin -inspired solution. After all, when Dadi-Nani Hacks meets modern beauty needs, magic happens.
