Salty

I love me a relaxing bath filled with epsom salt! A’hem! Salt?!? Yes, there’s a rather large salt stash underneath my bathroom sink. (I can never be too sure I’ll run out when I need a good soak). I just love what it does for my skin, muscles, and overall how relaxed I feel afterwards. A bath just isn’t a bath without epsom salt.

So I dug to found out why I have this crazy epsom salt fetish…

Did you know, most of us are magnesium deficient? Yes, the 2nd most found element in our cells & necessary to regulate important body functions. So, what’s the best way to absorb it? Epsom salt baths. Genius! Now I can tell Husby I HAVE to take a bath because it’s good for my health.

“Known scientifically as hydrated magnesium sulfate, Epsom salt is rich in both magnesium and sulfate. While both magnesium and sulfate can be poorly absorbed through the stomach, studies show increased magnesium levels from soaking in a bath enriched with Epsom salt! Magnesium and sulfate are both easily absorbed through the skin. Sulfates play an important role in the formation of brain tissue, joint proteins and the proteins that line the walls of the digestive tract. They stimulate the pancreas to generate digestive enzymes and are thought to help detoxify the body of medicines and environmental contaminants.” – Quote & More Benefits Listed HERE

Splinters – Those pesky buggers can hurt! Soak the splinter in epsom salt & it’ll be drawn out!
 
Body & Foot Scrub – exfoliate dead skin off of tired feet or help clear up bacne (for men). But be careful not to use over any open wounds, cuts, or after shaving! The sting will have you on your knees! Mix 1 cup epsom salt with 1/2 cup olive oil, and essential oil (optional). Make sure to rinse thoroughly and apply moisturizer afterwards.
 
Facial – that provides exfoliation & deep pore cleansing. The magnesium sulfate is a natural antibac, astringent, and dries excess oil found in pores. Mix 1/2 teaspoon into your everyday facial cleanser, massage VERY gently, rinse with cool water, pat dry, and apply moisturizer.

Hair Volumizer – Mix equal parts epsom salts with warmed conditioner & apply to roots of hair. Let sit for 20 minutes. Using this only on roots (removes excess built up oils & hair products) will help hair get its lift back. This should only be used seasonally to avoid dulling your hair.