Magnesium Oil Review
Magnesium Oil: Transdermal Magnesium to Increase Your Magnesium Intake
Typically, when we think about supplements we tend to think about pills we take by mouth. However, there are some supplements that can be very beneficial as a topical solution that we apply to our skin. Magnesium oil is one of these supplements. It is a topical solution of magnesium chloride that is supersaturated in water.
How to Use Magnesium Oil
Magnesium oil is applied to your skin. You spray it on with a spray bottle and then rub it in thoroughly like a lotion. It can be applied anywhere on your body, but typically it is used on your arms and legs. I personally spray the magnesium oil on the backs of my knees and rub it into the entire surrounding area.
Magnesium oil can leave a salty residue after being applied. If you have any problems with this, you can apply it 20-30 minutes before showering so it is washed off in the shower or you can simply wash it off with a washcloth 20-30 minutes after applying it. Most of the magnesium should be absorbed after 20 minutes so don’t feel like you are losing out on a lot of benefits or wasting your money. I should also mention that magnesium oil can burn when it is applied. Take care to avoid applying it to broken skin, and if necessary, apply it to different areas of skin to avoid any burning sensations. You can always further dilute the oil if it is causing too much skin irritation.
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When to Use Magnesium Oil?
I typically apply my magnesium oil 30-60 minutes before I plan on going to bed. Magnesium oil tends to have a calming effect so it is great for giving you that relaxing feeling before you go to bed. However, it can be used at anytime you see fit.
Magnesium Oil vs. Oral Magnesium Supplements
Oral magnesium can be hard on your stomach when taken in large quantities. There are a couple of factors that need to be considered when determining the effectiveness of oral magnesium supplements. You need proper digestion and adequate HCl in order to properly absorb oral magnesium.
This is where magnesium oil comes into play. Since magnesium oil is absorbed directly through the skin, you don’t have to worry about digestion problems limiting its absorption. You also do not need to worry about applying too much or overdosing on magnesium oil because your skin will control and limit the actual amount you are able to absorb.
What does this mean? Variety is a key factor for correcting magnesium deficiency. Both, oral magnesium supplements and transdermal magnesium oil are great for increasing your magnesium intake. I recommend taking several different forms of magnesium in order to achieve the greatest results when trying to restore your magnesium levels.
Benefits of Magnesium Oil
- Easily absorbed through the skin.
- Well tolerated with little chance of side effects (diarrhea).
- Cleanses your skin.
- Relieves aches and pains in muscles and joints.
- Plus many more!
Who Can Benefit From Magnesium Oil?
- Anyone that is magnesium deficient.
- Individuals that have digestive issues (low HCl).
- People who need to take large doses of magnesium.
- Those looking to relieve physical aches and pains.
- Anyone that desires a calming effect that relaxes your body.
- Almost everyone, since magnesium deficiency is becoming so common!
Magnesium oil is a great addition for anyone that is affected by magnesium deficiency. It is a topical solution of magnesium chloride that provides an alternative to oral magnesium for increasing your magnesium intake. Variety is necessary for correcting magnesium deficiency. By eating magnesium rich foods, supplementing with highly absorbed forms of magnesium supplements, and applying magnesium oil to your skin, you can be well on your way to restoring your magnesium levels and correcting magnesium deficiency!