Best Magnesium Lotion to Help Sleep, Pain, and Health
In my previous blog post, I mentioned 10 reasons you should incorporate topical magnesium instead of oral supplements.
And if you are looking for the best magnesium lotion to incorporate into your routine, be sure to read more below!
I'm not trying to sell you anything; I want to share information about the best kind of magnesium lotion to look for. If you're interested in making one yourself, I'll also show you a simple recipe using natural ingredients.
Why Magnesium?
Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body. However, many people do not get enough magnesium through diet alone.
This deficiency can lead to various health issues, so topical magnesium has gained popularity as an effective alternative to oral supplementation.
Benefits of Magnesium
Using magnesium body lotion offers many advantages. It provides pain relief for sore muscles, muscle cramps, and muscle pain and helps with quicker muscle recovery.
Magnesium also promotes good sleep by relieving sleep disorders and reducing restless nights. Also, magnesium lotion supports healthy skin by helping to hydrate and repair the skin barrier.
This great way to supplement magnesium is also beneficial for older adults and pregnant women, as it helps maintain healthy blood pressure levels without the side effects that can sometimes occur with oral supplements.
Unlike oral magnesium, external use through the skin does not pass through the digestive tract; instead, it directly enters the bloodstream.
Key Ingredients to Look Out For
When buying a good magnesium lotion, it's important to check that it contains genuine Zechstein magnesium chloride sourced from the ancient Zechstein Sea, which is known for its purity. You can purchase magnesium oil in its final form or make it yourself.
Magnesium oil is super easy to make if you want to make it yourself. Simply mix equal parts of magnesium chloride brine and hot water. WARNING: Do not shake it, as it can explode! Just mix it well with a spoon. Once the magnesium flakes are dissolved, let it cool, and it's ready to use!
Although the magnesium chloride brine spray is effective, it can sometimes be too strong for my dry skin. So, I made my magnesium lotion following a recipe from Bumblebee Apothecary that I found on Pinterest.
For the recipe, I purchased organic olive oil from a wonderful family living near me. Their olive oil was so good we decided to order from them again! If you live in Amsterdam or nearby, be sure to check them out. They will be kind enough to send you a package straight to your home. 🤍
The remaining ingredients, including beeswax pearls and magnesium flakes, were ordered from iHerb.
How to Use
Apply the lotion generously to the affected area, such as sore or tight muscles or leg cramps (even the lower part of your belly if you have period cramps), and gently massage it.
If there is (thankfully) no pain, you can use it anywhere on your body (avoid eyes or any "openings" where it can sting!). I like to use it after a shower when pores are open—on parts of my thin skin.
If you are using it for the first time, be sure to spray it on your feet first, as it can sting a little bit if you are magnesium deficient.
Personally, I use it both in the morning and before bed, and I feel a difference from day one.
Conclusion
Adding a magnesium cream to your daily routine is a great option to boost your health, from easing muscle cramps to helping you get a good night's sleep.
Making your own magnesium lotion lets you enjoy all the benefits of magnesium while treating your skin to natural products (and saving money!).
And if you haven't read my previous blog post about magnesium, be sure to check it out.
Try implementing transdermal magnesium in your routine and feel the effects on your overall well-being from day one.
Thank you for reading my blog!