INCI name
Magnesium sulphate
Description
Epsom salts are natural mineral salts, high in Magnesium. They can be used on their own, as part of a cosmetic formulation or even around the home for various applications.
Cosmetic benefits
Used in a bath or foot spa, Epsom salts promote feelings of relaxation, help to relieve muscle tension and soften the skin. Use as an exfoliating granule in scrubs, they remove dead skins and leave the skin feeling smooth. Adding dissolved Epsom salts to haircare improves its appearance, whilst removing excess oil or product build up. They are also known as a multipurpose household product, adjusting pH in the garden and softening water for superior laundry.
Formulation types
Popular for use in the bath or foot spas, body scrubs, haircare, after-sun relief, garden and laundry.
% Use in formulation
Recommended use 1%-100% depending on application, type of formulation and other included ingredients.
Precautions/contraindications
None known.
Recipes & applications
Disclaimer
Suggested recipes are provided as examples only. Whilst all care has been taken in creating these examples, Sage Cosmetic Coaching accepts no responsibility relating to the manufacture of products. Any responsibility for the performance, efficacy and stability of the product lies with the manufacturer.
