Magnesium, a major component of Epsom Salt, is vital for many bodily functions. Magnesium can be taken internally or you can get the same benefits from taking bath with Epsom salt. In addition to the health benefits there are other uses for Epsom salt.
Eliminates Toxins from the Body
Add two cups of Epsom salt to the water in a bath tub. Soak for 10 minutes at least weekly once. It relaxes your body and muscles, eliminates toxins from the body and reduces the swellings of sprains.
Exfoliates Skin
Sprinkle small amount of essential oil to Epsom salt and clean your skin. Or you can rub the Epsom salt directly on the skin to make it smooth and silky. Then rinse thoroughly.
Athlete's Foot
Soaking in Epsom salt helps you relieve from athlete's foot.
Cleans Bathroom Tiles
Take the mixture of equal parts of Epsom salt and liquid dish detergent and apply on the dirty places in bathroom.
As a First Aid
Mix a thick paste of Epsom salt with hot water and apply to get soothing comfort.
Hair Conditioner
Warm the mixture of equal amounts of conditioner and Epsom salt for 15 seconds. Apply this mixture through your hair from scalp to end; leave it for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water; you can observe the natural glow in your hair.
Removes Foot Odor
Mix half-cup of Epsom salt in warm water and keep your feet for 10 minutes. This soothes achy feet, removes bad odor and softens the rough skin.
Keeps your Lawn Pleasant
Add 2 tablespoons of Epsom salt to a gallon of water and sprinkle this water on your lawn to keep the grass green.
As a Fertilizer for your Houseplants
Sprinkle Epsom salt weekly once to nourish your houseplants, flowers and vegetables.
Relieves from Constipation
Dissolve 2 to 3 teaspoons of Epsom salt into a cup of water and drink twice to get relief from constipation.
Dislodge Blackheads
Take half a cup of boiling water. Add a teaspoon of Epsom salt and 3 drops iodine. Apply this mixture to the black heads with a cotton ball three times.
Prevents Slugs
Sprinkle some Epsom salt on the place where the slugs crawl to prevent their entry.
As a Hand Wash
Mix Epsom salt with baby oil and keep by the sink to clean your hands effectively.
Regenerates Car Battery
Dissolve an ounce of Epsom salt in warm water; add this mixture to each battery cell to give more life to your car battery.
Treats Toenail Fungus
Soak your affected toes in hot water mixed with a palm full of Epsom salt three times a day.
You're right, most of these uses are unknown to me. Great article..
#3 by Judy Sheldon, Jan 27, 2008
Good tips. Thank you, Valli
#4 by valli, Jan 27, 2008
Thank you, Lee, Icy, and Judy for the encouraging words.
#5 by Alexa Gates, Jan 27, 2008
Great tips!
#6 by louie jerome, Jan 28, 2008
Great tips, but taking this stuff internally is absolutely horrible.....yuk!!! LOL
#7 by Darlene McFarlane, Feb 1, 2008
Epsom Salt is a staple in my house. Thanks for the tips.
#8 by valli, Feb 2, 2008
Thank you Darlene.
#9 by tammy, Feb 18, 2008
thanks so much, I just tried the conditioner and it works wonderfully. I have been using it as a laxative for a while(it's a family tradition) and works well.
#10 by randy, Mar 10, 2008
never knew epsom salts have this much use. I only think of Epsom salts to be added to bath salts to relieve muscle aches and pains.
#11 by valli, Mar 11, 2008
Thank you everybody for reading and commenting.
#12 by Confused??, Apr 9, 2008
Valli I have a question? I have been using epsom salt for my husband and I's tired achy feet to soak in. Now he did a little reaserch and found out that it does no benefit to soak in. ALthough we have both heard for many many years thats what people used it for along with for a laxative. Now on the Epsom salt package it says for plant food, laxative and minor sprains and bruises.
I was just wondering where you get your info from and how do we really know now. we are confused???
#13 by valli, Apr 10, 2008
@confused
Although I never myself used epsom for that purpose I have heard from many of the ppl whom I know that it works for achy feet.
#14 by Grace, Apr 12, 2008
I have used it for 30 years as a laxative__it works
#15 by Shandra, Apr 13, 2008
It works wonderfully as an exfoliant, laxative, and soaking feet and entire body. It works well for me and it comes in- in a natural form--can\'t go wrong. Thanks for the tips.
#16 by Carrie, May 2, 2008
As a pharmacy tech I have to warn about using Epsom salts as a laxative. Using too much could cause death. Before trying this, consult with your doctor or pharmacist, please.
#17 by diana, May 8, 2008
I know epsom salt works great on your plants....now I have new uses GREAT stuff!
