{"id":555,"date":"2021-11-04T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-04T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/?p=555"},"modified":"2022-12-17T12:00:11","modified_gmt":"2022-12-17T18:00:11","slug":"what-is-a-styptic-pencil-how-to-use-for-shaving-where-to-find","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/what-is-a-styptic-pencil-how-to-use-for-shaving-where-to-find\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Styptic Pencil? (How To Use for Shaving & Where To Find)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
If you are new to shaving or maybe you cut yourself while shaving and are trying to figure out ways to stop the incessant bleeding that happens, you are probably wondering what a styptic pencil is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A styptic pencil is a small stick used on cuts especially during wet shaving to create a barrier over the blood flow and seal the cut. It is made from powdered crystals from an alum block and a wax binder. Although there are specialized options available, styptic pencils tend to be relatively inexpensive, making them an essential part of your kit.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keep reading for more information about styptic pencils, how to use them, and where you can buy one for your shaving kit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n