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19 Secret Uses of Magnesium Sulfate.

19 Secret Uses of Magnesium Sulfate.

We often use magnesium sulfate at home.

If you are unfamiliar with magnesium sulphate, it is a salt renowned for its benefits and restorative properties.

It is nicknamed "Epsom salt", "purgative salt", or even "bitter salt" because of its taste.

It can be found in pharmacies or on specialized sites, for a low price. You can find some here, for example.

Not only is it an excellent source of magnesium, but it has plenty of household uses. Here is a list of my favorite uses:

19 Secret Uses of Magnesium Sulfate.

1. A relaxing salt bath

Take a hot bath for 20 minutes in which you will have poured 250 g of magnesium sulphate.

2. To extract the splinters

Dip your finger in a magnesium sulfate solution to easily remove a splinter.

3. A magnesium foot scrub

Add a little olive oil to a handful of magnesium sulfate to make your own exfoliating cream.

4. A fertilizer for your vegetable garden

Add a pinch of magnesium sulfate to the potting soil of your tomato plants to promote their growth.

5. A facial cleanser

Add a pinch of magnesium sulfate to your usual cleansing milk for a magnesium exfoliating effect.

6. Tile cleaner

Mix equal parts dish soap and magnesium sulfate to scrub tile and grout. Rinse thoroughly for a streak-free shine.

7. Against muscle pain

Take a hot bath for 20 minutes in which you will have poured 500 g of magnesium sulphate. The transcutaneous effect of magnesium sulfate relieves muscle pain.

8. For watering indoor plants

Help your plants grow by adding 2 tablespoons of magnesium sulfate to your watering can.

9. A volumizing conditioner

Mix equal parts conditioner and magnesium sulfate and leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and air dry for thicker hair.

10. For a foot bath

For a concentrated boost of magnesium, pour 250 g of magnesium sulphate into a basin full of lukewarm water and soak your feet in it for 20 min.

11. A slug repellent

Is your garden or patio overrun with slugs? Sprinkle some magnesium sulphate to keep them away.

12. A laxative effect

For occasional constipation, 1 tablespoon of magnesium sulfate in 1 glass of water helps you eliminate.

13. To have beautiful roses

Sprinkled around the base of your rosebush, 1 tablespoon of magnesium sulfate per week before watering will do wonders.

14. A soil treatment

Before planting, add a few sachets of magnesium sulphate to the garden soil to replenish the magnesium level.

15. To relieve headaches

Studies indicate that magnesium sulphate baths help relieve headaches.

16. To have soft skin

Mix 125 g of magnesium sulphate with 60 ml of olive oil and exfoliate in the shower for healthy, soft skin.

17. Against itchy skin and insect bites

Dissolve 1 tablespoon of magnesium sulfate in 120 ml of water and put the solution in a cool place. Apply with a vaporizer or wet compresses to relieve itching.

18. To relieve sunburn

Use the same solution as for itchy skin and spray on sunburn for relief.

19. To put children to sleep

A warm bath with 250 g of magnesium sulphate before going to bed will help them sleep better.

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