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Styptic Pencil

TheMansfield Styptic Pencil is a traditional shaving aid used to instantly stop bleeding from minor nicks and cuts. It is primarily composed of Aluminum Sulfate Anhydrous (56% w/w), which acts as an astringent to constrict blood vessels and promote rapid clotting.

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This Styptic Pencilis an anti-haemorrhagic agent used to quickly stop bleeding from minor cuts, most commonly by contracting tissue and sealing injured blood vessels. It consists of 56% aluminum sulfate.

External Use Only: Never ingest the pencil or use it near the eyes.
Irritation: Discontinue use if a rash or persistent irritation develops.
Child Safety: Keep out of reach of children, as swallowing the pencil can cause nausea or stomach upset

Moisten: Run the tip of the pencil under clean, cold water.
Apply: Gently dab or rub the wet tip directly onto the minor cut.
Wait: Hold it against the cut for a few seconds. You will likely feel a brief stinging sensation, which indicates the aluminum sulfate is working.
Clean Up: Once the bleeding stops, rinse the area with water to remove any white chalky residue.
Dry the Pencil: Wipe the pencil dry before putting it back in its container

The active ingredient is Aluminum Sulfate Anhydrous (56%). The inactive ingredients Titanium Dioxide and water.

While designed for humans, users have reported success using it on pet's claws if they are trimmed too short. However, it should only be used for minor bleeding and never on deep wounds or in sensitive areas like the eyes.

The Mansfield Styptic Pencil is a traditional shaving aid used to instantly stop bleeding from minor nicks and cuts. It is primarily composed of Aluminum Sulfate Anhydrous (56% w/w), which acts as an astringent to constrict blood vessels and promote rapid clotting