Aalayam Selveer's Pure, Natural, Traditional, Non Scented Red Kungumam(Red KumKum) is made of 100% pure herbal ingredients which includes Turmeric Powder along with Borax(Venkaram), Alum(Padikaram), Sesame Oil, and Lemon Juice, we follow our ancient method which is natural and safe to use. Turmeric has antiseptic properties that not only keep infections at bay, it also helps cool the body and keep the "Ajna Chakra" cool when applied as a bindi. Borax is a good natural antiseptic agent and has antifungal and antiviral properties. Alum too is a great antiseptic agent. Lemon acts as a anti fungal agent and gives the entire mixture the divine KumKum colour and the Sesame oil helps to moisturise the skin and keep the KumKum free of any infection causing agents.