2006-07-26 16:35:24 · 6 answers · asked by andy 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
Epsom Salt is a pure mineral compound (magnesium sulfate) in crystal form that gently exfoliates skin and smoothes rough patches. Mixed with your favorite deep conditioner, Epsom Salt helps to add body to hair. Dissolved in a bath, Epsom Salt is absorbed through the skin to replenish the body's levels of magnesium. Studies indicate this may help to relieve stress in a number of ways, including:
Raising the body's level of serotonin, a mood-elevating chemical within the brain that creates a feeling of well being and relaxation.
Offsetting excess levels of adrenaline generated by pressure and stress; magnesium ions relax and reduce irritability by lowering the affects of adrenaline.
Helping to regulate the electrical functions that spark through miles of nerves.
Lowering blood pressure.
Researchers have found that magnesium also increases energy and stamina by encouraging the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the energy packets made in the cells.
Experts recommend soaking with Epsom Salt at least three times a week to look better, feel better and have more energy. As you soak, the natural action of Epsom Salt helps soften the rough, dry patches of your skin. too
2006-07-26 16:41:25 · answer #1 · answered by plantladywithcfids 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Epsom salt exfoliates, cleans and relaxes the skin.
It can also be used to toughen up the skin.
Its great to put epsom salt when you hav a blister, it will make the blister go away and then your body will form a callus.
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2006-07-26 16:56:27 · answer #2 · answered by SFGiantsLuver 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Epsom salt can be used as a soothing and stress-reducing soak, to cleanse, exfoliate, and soften the rough spots on skin, to reduce swelling from scrapes, and it could be used as a cold compress to take the sting out of insect bites.
2006-07-26 16:39:17 · answer #3 · answered by cowkathy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It softens the skin and relaxes your muscles- that's why it makes for a good bath.
2006-07-26 16:38:38 · answer #4 · answered by keengrrl76 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it helps the irritation and the itching to go away so the sore or what ever happened would heal faster.
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2006-07-26 16:44:26 · answer #5 · answered by NinjaTurtle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't know, but my dad soaked his feet in it. He had Diabetes and associated foot problems.
2006-07-26 16:40:49 · answer #6 · answered by Father Time 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋