Why Does a Styptic Pencil Work?

Styptic pencils work by separating proteins in the blood, causing it to clot more effectively. The aluminum powder compounds are formed into a short pencil shape to be kept nearby when someone is shaving. When a cut happens, you run the pencil under water and then hold it to the cut for a few seconds.

How do styptic pencils work?

Styptic pencils are used to quickly seal small cuts and nicks, especially those caused during wet shaving. The aluminium sulphate ingredient works to contract the tissue around the cut and seals the injured blood vessels, instantly stopping any bleeding.

What can I use instead of a styptic pencil?