How to Detox With Epsom Salt

Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) is a commonly found geological mineral. It gets its name from the waters of Epsom, England, which are rich in magnesium sulfate. Detox baths are effective for eliminating toxins from the body because hot water draws them to the skin's surface, according to many naturopaths, and as the water temperature cools it pulls the toxins from the skin. During a hot bath, Epsom salts are absorbed by the skin and help to withdraw toxins. Epsom salts have many benefits including softening and exfoliating skin, neutralizing odors, promoting circulation and relaxing and refreshing the body.

Things You'll Need

• Epsom salts
• Sea salt
• Bath oil
• Essential oils of choice
• Cup
• Bath tub
• Towel
• Moisturizer

Instructions

To Make Epsom Salts Detox Bath

1. Run bath tub of hot water.

2. Add 1 cup of Epsom salts.

3. Add a half-cup of sea salt.

4. Add 2 capfuls of bath oil.

5. Add 3-5 drops of any of the following essential oils:

   For relaxation: neroli, lavender, chamomile, sandalwood, llang llang, bergamot or rose.

   For invigoration: peppermint, spearmint, lemon, cypress, basil or pine.

6. Soak in the tub until the water is tepid, then pat the skin dry with a towel and moisturize as usual.

Tips & Warnings

• • Mix a handful of Epsom salts with one tablespoon of almond oil (or other massage oil) and rub gently over moist skin to exfoliate. Rinse well and moisturize. • Mix a cup of Epsom salts with a large bowl of hot water and 2 tablespoons of almond oil or bath oil. Soak feet until the water cools, then towel dry. • Epsom salts can be mixed with a carrier oil and essential oils to make relaxing, scented bath salts.

• You should avoid taking hot baths if you suffer from high blood pressure, asthma, heart or kidney problems, or if you are diabetic or pregnant.

References

• Epsom Salts Health Benefits
• Essential Oils

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish
• Homemade Bath Salts Recipes