Magnesium Oil Benefits and Uses

Magnesium oil is an increasingly popular addition to baths, skincare products, and bedtime routines. Learn all about magnesium oil in this article: what it is, where to get it, and how to use it!

What is Magnesium Oil?

Magnesium oil is a mixture of magnesium chloride flakes dissolved in water. It isn’t technically an oil, but it leaves an oily-feeling residue on the skin when used topically, which is where it gets its name from. You can buy magnesium oil, or you can make your own by adding magnesium flakes to boiling water.

Magnesium is an important nutrient, and studies have shown that 75% of Americans are not getting the proper amount of magnesium they need. Using magnesium oil topically or taking a magnesium supplement internally can be a great way to get the correct daily amount.

Magnesium oil can tingle when applied to the skin, but that feeling is normal and nothing to worry about. My kids don’t love the sensation, so I made a magnesium lotion with magnesium oil in it that doesn’t tingle when applied.

Uses for Magnesium Oil

There are many ways to incorporate magnesium oil into your routine. You can try them all and see which you prefer!

Use directly on skin

The simplest way to use magnesium oil is to apply it directly to the skin. You can pour it into the palm of your hand and rub it into the skin or use a spray bottle to mist it onto the skin.

Magnesium oil can be applied to the arms, legs, stomach, back, neck, or the bottom of the feet. Avoid the face and any areas in which your skin is particularly sensitive.

Add to baths

Rather than applying it to the skin, many folks prefer to use magnesium oil in a relaxing bath instead. You can add the magnesium oil directly to your bath water, or add it to a DIY bath product, such as homemade bubble bath, DIY bath oil, or a homemade coconut milk bath.

If you don’t have any magnesium oil made up but you keep magnesium flakes on hand, you can even add the flakes directly to your bath water! Just stir the bath with your hands a little to ensure the flakes dissolve into your water.

Rather than a full-body bath, you can get the magnesium oil benefits by adding it to a foot bath! Try my detoxifying foot bath recipe or pedicure foot soak recipes with a splash of magnesium oil in them.

Incorporate it into a DIY lotion

Magnesium oil can be too tingly and even cause a slight burning/itching sensation when applied undiluted, so many users prefer to dilute it in lotion or cream.

To dilute it on an as-needed basis, you can mix some lotion with magnesium oil in the palm of your hand before applying it to the skin.

You can also make a magnesium lotion by adding magnesium oil to your favorite homemade body butter, DIY body cream, or homemade pumpable lotion.

Mix it with other DIY skincare

It doesn’t necessarily have to be lotion — you can dilute magnesium oil into any skincare product you like. Alternatives to lotions and creams could be homemade body oil, balms (like my homemade tallow balm), or DIY massage oil.

Homemade vs. Bought Magnesium Spray

There are a variety of magnesium oils and sprays that you can purchase, but making your own is also an option.

Homemade magnesium oil takes more work and preparation before you can use it, but it is typically much more affordable than buying magnesium spray. It is relatively easy; just mix magnesium chloride flakes with boiling water and allow the mixture to cool before using it.

Purchasing magnesium oil is typically more expensive, but it is the easier option. You can find magnesium oil spray in many healthfood stores and a variety of online retailers. Just look for pure magnesium oil without any additives or fillers.

Safety Notes

• Always discuss with your doctor or healthcare provider before adding any sort of supplementation.
• Do not apply magnesium oil to broken or irritated skin. Avoid the areas around your nose, mouth, and eyes.
• It’s always a good idea to perform a patch test before using a new product on your skin. Apply a little magnesium oil to the inner arm and watch for adverse effects before continuing use.

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Conclusion

Magnesium oil can be a simple and beneficial addition to your daily routine. It has a variety of application methods, including baths, lotion, and food soaks. You can easily incorporate magnesium oil into your routine, either by making it or by purchasing a premade spray.

Have you tried magnesium oil yet? Let me know your experience in the comments!