Pepsom Salt® and Pepsom Sport® Uses

1. Soothing Comfort for Soreness and Stiffness

Pepsom Salt® can be used to soothe soreness and stiff joints from overexertion of daily life, spa bath, and to comfort sprains, strains and bruises.

Dissolve 2 cups of Pepsom Salt® or Pepsom Sports® into a warm bath and soak for 15-30 minutes.

2. Healing Compress

Pepsom Salt® and Pepsom Sports® may comfort soreness when applied in a concentrated application - perfect for strains, sprains, and bruises. Add 2 cups to 1 gallon of warm water and soak a towel in the mixture. Wrap the towel around the affected area and leave on for 20-30 minutes. Repeat throughout the day as necessary.

3. Calms Stress and Tension

Soaking in a Pepsom Salt® and Pepsom Sports® bath may help to calm stress and tension associated with everyday life.

Dissolve 2 cups into a warm bath and soak for 15-30 minutes.

4. Relaxing Spa Bath

Pepsom Salt® brings a refreshing new rejuvenation as a spa bath in the comfort of your own home. Simply dissolve 2 cups into your very warm tub, and relax into the world of tranquility and bliss.

5. Refreshing Foot bath

Pepsom Salt® has emollient properties that soothe foot soreness and soften feet. In fact, the 100% natural ingredients add even more refreshing comfort as "mint" is very soothing.

Adults /12 years and older: Dissolve 1-2 cups into a small basin or foot bath. Soak for 15-20 minutes.

6. Removal of Splinter

For easier removal of splinters, simply dissolve 2 cups of Pepsom Salt® into 2 cups of hot water and make a compress, applying as a wet dressing with towel to help draw out the splinter.

7. Soothe Insect Bites and Stings

To help take the sting out of insect bites and stings, dissolve 2 cups of Pepsom Salt® into 2 cups of hot water and make a compress. Apply as a wet dressing with towel over the affected area to bring soothing comfort.

8. Manicure or Pedicure, or as a Rejuvenating Soak for Hands or Feet

Soak in a pan or shallow tub (foot tub for feet) filled with very warm water and 1 cup of Pepsom Salt® or Pepsom Sports® for 5-15 minutes. This will soften and soothe, in perfect preparation for a rejuvenating manicure or pedicure.

9. Removal of Blackheads

Mix 1 teaspoon Pepsom Salt®, 3 drops of iodine and a 1/2 cup of boiling water. Let the mixture cool slightly until it is okay to touch. Dip a Q-tip in the solution and apply to the offending blackhead. Repeat a few times as necessary although reheating the solution may be required. Gently remove the blackhead and cleanse the area with an astringent.

10. Soften and Exfoliate Skin

Pepsom products help to naturally smooth and soften skin. The added 100% natural ingredients bring a light silkiness to your soaking experience, releasing the perfect amount of refreshing emollients. Pour 2 cups into a warm bath and soak for 15-30. For an increased exfoliation effect, take a handful while in the bath and rub onto skin in a circular motion.

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