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Benefits

Key Benefits of Magnesium Oil

Magnesium oil has numerous potential health benefits when applied topically to the skin:

  • Muscle relaxation and pain relief - Applying magnesium oil may help reduce muscle cramps, spasms, and soreness 

  • Improved sleep - Some claim magnesium oil helps promote better sleep quality 

  • Anxiety and stress relief - The topical application may have a calming effect on the nervous system 

  • Wound healing - Limited research suggests magnesium creams may accelerate wound healing 

  • Fibromyalgia symptom relief - Studies have found topical magnesium can reduce pain and symptoms in fibromyalgia patients â€‹â€‹

Potential Mechanisms of Action

Some proposed ways magnesium oil may work include:

  • Anti-inflammatory effects 

  • Antioxidant properties 

  • Relaxation of muscle tissue 

  • Regulation of nerve function 

Forms and Application Methods

Magnesium oil comes in various forms including sprays, creams, and lotions. It can be applied directly to the skin, massaged in.​​​

How Magnesium Oil Works

Magnesium oil is created by mixing magnesium chloride flakes with water to make a liquid solution.

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When applied topically, it aims to:

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  • Absorb through the skin and into the bloodstream, bypassing digestion 

  • Provide rapid absorption compared to oral supplements

  • Deliver magnesium directly to areas needing it most

Considerations and Precautions

  • Limited research exists on topical magnesium absorption

  • It may cause skin irritation in some individuals for the first time (this is due to low magnesium in the body)

  • Used under medical supervision for those with kidney issues 

  • Not recommended for use near eyes, nose, or mouth

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