A pumice stone is formed when lava and water mix together. It’s a light-yet-abrasive stone used to remove dry, dead skin.

What is pumice stone?

Pumice stone is a lightweight, porous volcanic rock. It is formed during volcanic eruptions when lava rapidly cools and depressurizes. The signature frothy texture of pumice stone is formed by trapping gas bubbles during the time of cooling lava.

Uses of pumice stone

  • Household: pumice stone Cleans glass dishes and ovens and removes pet hair from furniture.
  • Personal Care: Pumice stone removes calluses, dead skin, and ingrown hairs.
  • Landscaping: Pumice stone is used as a soil conditioner to improve drainage.

 

Health benefits of using pumice stone

  • Exfoliates dead skin.
  • Improves skin texture.
  • Reduces friction-related pain by thinning thickened skin.
  • Removes skin stains and hair Helps clear paint/grease stains and unwanted hair.

What is a pumice stone called in Hindi?

झाँवाँ (Jhā̃vā̃) and झामक (Jhāmak)

What is a pumice stone called in Tamil?

நுரைக்கல் (pronounced nuraikkal)

Additional information

Weight 500 g

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