Epsom salt - with roots in England
The name "Epsom" comes from the English spa resort of the same name. Epsom salt was first produced in 1694 from the mineral springs in the town of Epsom. The springs were discovered by a farmer in 1618, who noticed that despite the prevailing drought, the animals refused to drink the water from the spring. When the water was tested, it was found to contain the bitter-tasting substance magnesium sulphate, which was then attributed with a range of health benefits.
Epsom then became a famous health resort in the 17th and 18th centuries, attracting people from far and wide thanks to the discovery of this salt. Originally, Epsom salt was extracted by boiling the water that flowed from the mountains in the village, but nowadays Epsom salt is produced from salt mines. Elexir Epsom salt consists of magnesium sulphate extracted from salt mines in Germany. The salt is processed and purified into a 100% pure magnesium salt.
Magnesium salt
Epsom salt consists of magnesium sulphate, which in turn consists of the three elements magnesium, sulphur and oxygen. When the salt is mixed with water, the salt dissolves and free ions of these elements are released.
How to use Epsom salt:
Bathtub:
Dissolve 200g (about 2 dl) of salt in warm running water for a moisturising and relaxing bath. Relax in the bath for 20 minutes. For extra luxury, add a fragrant essential oil.
Footbath:
Dissolve 50-100g (about 0.5-1 dl) of salt in a foot bath or bucket of warm water for a relaxing and softening foot bath. Feel free to add a fragrant essential oil such as peppermint for an extra refreshing sensation.
Body scrubs:
Mix 1 part body oil of your choice with 2 parts salt and about 10-20 drops of essential oil (if you want fragrance). Store in a tightly sealed glass jar. You can then have it by the bath and enjoy whenever you like as a body scrub or bath salt.
