The Health Benefits of Epsom Salt
Epsom salt is not actually a salt, but a mineral composed of magnesium and sulfate. It comes from a saline spring at Epsom in Surrey, England. Magnesium is needed in the body to help to reduce inflammation, hardening of the arteries and enhance muscle and nerve function. Sulfate is important in the body to properly absorb nutrients and expel toxins. There is nothing nicer than to soak in a hot Epsom salts bath with your favourite essential oil after a long hard day on your feet.
Soothe sore muscles
An Epsom salt bath is a great way to soothe sore muscles, cramps, bruises and joint pain. Because of this, it is a great after-workout soak. In addition, soaking in an Epsom salt bath is a wonderful way to relax and relieve stress. Add 2 cups of salts to a warm bath. Mix the salt in so it dissolves in the water. Soak for 10-15 minutes for best results.
Exfoliate skin
Exfoliation is essential to keep our skin healthy and glowing. The best way to exfoliate with Epsom salts is to massage handfuls all over the body in the shower or bath. Your skin will feel soft and fresh with this homemade spa treatment.
Homemade hand wash
Mix ½ cup of baby oil with ½ cup of water, and add ¼ cup of Epsom salts and a few drops of your favourite essential oil. Set this homemade mixture next to your sink for a nice bathroom hand wash.
Treat insect bites
A compress made with Epsom salts is a great way to treat mosquito bites, insect bites, bee and wasp stings. Mix 2 tablespoons of salts with 1 cup of warm water. Soak a clean cloth in the mixture and hold on affected area to remove pain, burning and itching.
Clean your face
Your face need to be cleaned and exfoliated just like the rest of your body. Put a teaspoon of Epsom salts in your hand and mix with a little warm water. Scrub your face with the mixture then rinse clean. This facial cleaner not only exfoliates and rejuvenates but also helps remove blackheads and prevent acne.
Remove splinters
Splinters can be tricky and painful to remove. Skip the needles and soak your splintered skin in an Epsom salt bath. The salts will draw the splinter out and leave the area clean.
Lip balm
Dry, flakey, cracking lips are not only unsightly but also painful. Heal this uncomfortable condition with a homemade Epsom salt lip balm. Mix equal parts organic coconut oil and Epsom salts. Apply to lips generously to exfoliate and moisturize.
Draw out toxins and reduce swelling
An Epsom salt bath is a wonderful way to draw toxins out of your body. Soaking in a bath for 10-15 minutes is also a great way to reduce swelling. Mix 1-2 cups of Epsom salts in a warm bath and mix to dissolve in water.
Relieve constipation
Epsom salts are a great way to relieve constipation. Mix 2 teaspoons of Epsom salts in a glass of water. Drink entire cup for best results. If the taste is not appealing to you, try mixing with fresh juice instead.
Removes fungal foot infections and swollen feet
Soaking your feet in Epsom salts not only reduces swelling and draws out toxins, but also aids fungal infections such as athletes foot. Add ¼ cup to a large container of warm water. Soak feet for 10-15 minutes.
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