Epsom salt is simply magnesium sulfate, a pure, naturally occurring compound with dozens of uses—including some that may surprise you. You’ve likely heard of Epsom salt baths, which people have used for centuries as a natural pain remedy, but the compound has gained new attention in recent years, both within the medical and wellness communities and among a new generation of users, for its numerous benefits.

What can Epsom salt be used for?

• Epsom salt’s health benefits range from treating skin irritations to fighting off seasonal colds and flu.
• Fitness enthusiasts swear by it to ease muscle and joint pain.
• Epsom salt can be used in beauty routines as an exfoliant and cuticle softener.
• It can even be helpful in the garden and in crafting.

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