Is it permissible to keep alum or styptic in lump or stick form in the salon if not intended for customer use?

Keeping alum or styptic in lump or stick form in a salon is not permissible, even if they are not intended for customer use. These substances, which are commonly used to stop bleeding from minor cuts, fall under the category of tools and products that can affect health and safety standards in a salon environment. Given that salons are places where hygiene and safety are paramount, any item that could be construed as a potential health risk, even if not intended for customer use, should not be present.

While it might seem that storing them away from customers or in a designated area would mitigate the risk, the fundamental issue is that having such items on the premises could lead to potential accidents or misuse. Regulations typically emphasize maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for both employees and clients, which includes limiting the presence of hazardous substances or items that may not align with these standards. Thus, having alum or styptic in any form in a salon is against regulations.