Epsom salt has long been an insider tip for well-being and beauty among stars and celebrities. This tried-and-tested household remedy deserves a permanent place in every bathroom. Epsom salt treatments are among the traditional and natural beauty and healing methods. The salt is said to have numerous effects. Many people use it as a laxative. However, this is not its only area of application: Epsom salt is mainly used in spa baths and as a skin peeling.
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1 What is Epsom salt?
Epsom salt is available in drugstores and pharmacies as an over-the-counter powder consisting of three components: magnesium, oxygen and sulphur. The powder probably owes its name to its bitter, characteristic taste. Chemically speaking, it is pure magnesium sulphate. Epsom salt is considered to be well tolerated and is odorless and water-soluble. However, it has a very bitter and salty taste. The crystalline powder is very reminiscent of salt. Epsom salt is also known as mineral epsomite or Epsom salt. These names are derived from the London suburb of Epsom - a well-known spa town where the valuable magnesium sulphate was first discovered and extracted from salt mines in the 17th century.
2 How is Epsom salt used?
The popular cure is used in various applications, but it is most commonly used for spa baths and to treat mild constipation. To treat constipation, 15 grams of dissolved Epsom salt should be taken in a quarter of a liter of water. Due to its laxative effect, Epsom salt can also be taken as a fasting cure or to empty the bowels in preparation for surgery. However, the miracle powder is not only popular as a medicine, but is also used as a skin peeling, as it makes the skin supple and particularly soft. Many athletes now also swear by Epsom salt as a bath additive. It is said to be very effective against cramps and sore muscles when applied externally.
Dosage for a hot bath with Epsom salt: Dissolve about 2 cups of Epsom salt in hot water (38°C) and relax in it for 15 to 20 minutes.
3. benefits of a spa bath with Epsom salt
- Baths with Epsom salt stimulate the metabolic and detoxification processes of the human body
- Magnesium sulphate has a harmonizing and calming effect on the human nervous system, which is why it is also recommended as a natural remedy for sleep problems and stress
- Epsom salt regulates and balances the body's pH value (deacidification)
- Epsom salt has a relaxing and regenerating effect on muscle injuries and tension
4. epsom salt from Casida
Casida's product portfolio includes three products for external use in the Epsom salts range. All three bath salts are based on pure Epsom salt. The Epsom salt bath additives are suitable for foot baths and full baths and are free from chemical additives. In pharmacy quality - for the highest quality standards.
- Epsom salt vitality bath - regenerating & relaxing Original Epsom salt - pure and pure as a bath additive. This relaxing bath consists of pure magnesium sulphate (Epsom salt).
- Epsom salt relaxation bath - balancing & relaxing The relaxation bath made from original Epsom salt with natural lavender oil and almond oil envelops you in the delicate scent of Mediterranean lavender. It calms the senses and relaxes body and mind. A helpful companion in times of heightened tension and stress. Almond oil nourishes the skin until it is soft to the touch.
- NEW: Epsom salt active bath - regenerating & activating The invigorating active bath is beneficial for sore muscles, tension and joint complaints. Eucalyptus oil and rosemary oil are known and proven to be stimulating and invigorating. To support blood circulation - for better regeneration.
All bath salts are free from foaming surfactants and synthetic emulsifiers that could dry out or irritate the skin.
Important note / disclaimer: As pharmacists, we share our pharmaceutical expertise and wealth of naturopathic experience in the Casida guide. An individual diagnosis and consultation is necessary in every case. Therefore, this offer cannot replace medical advice. It is not intended to treat, cure or prevent any disease. It is not a substitute for medication or other treatments prescribed by a doctor.
