Coming from a saline spring in Epsom, England, it is composed of magnesium sulfate. Epsom salt has a variety of uses around the home for everything from health and beauty to gardening so be sure to stock up!

21 Amazing Uses for Epsom Salt

1.) Relieve Foot Pain

Combine hot water and epsom salt in a dish tub and feel the pain melt away. To make your foot soak spa-like, add a few drops of 100 percent essential oil. Peppermint is a good choice.

2.) Head Ache & Relaxation

Why let your feet have all the fun? Enjoy total relaxation by adding some Epsom salt to your bath. This will believe tension and relieve a headache. Chamomile and lavender oil can be added for a good night’s sleep.

3.) Exfoliation

Not a bath person? Use Epsom salt in the shower as a scrub to reveal soft, glowing skin. Combine olive oil, Epsom salt, and a couple drops of essential oil then gently scrub and rinse.

4.) Facial Cleanser

Epsom salt is gentle enough to be used on the face. Blend a small amount with your cleanser and use as directed to brighten and smooth the skin.

5.) Dislodge Blackheads

Mix 1 teaspoon of Epsom Salt and 3 drops of iodine in 1/2 cup of boiling water. Let it cool enough so it doesn’t burn you, then add it to a cotton ball so you can apply to a blackhead. Repeat this 3-4 times and reheat the solution if necessary. You should now be able to easily dislodge any stubborn blackhead!

6.) Itchy Skin or Sunburn Relief

Dissolve Epsom salt in water and pour into a spray bottle. Spray over affected areas for instant relief.

7.) Insect Bites & Stings

Dissolve a tablespoon of Epsom salt into 1/2 cup of water and apply as a compress to relieve itchiness and stinging.

8.) Remove Frizz & Add Volume to Your Hair

Mix equal parts Epsom salt and hair conditioner and apply to hair. Leave on for 20 minutes then rinse for extra body, volume and removing frizz.

9.) Create Beachy Hair Waves

In a spray bottle, shake up some water, 1/2 tablespoon Espom salt, 1/2 tablespoon sea salt, 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel, 1 tablespoon coconut oil, and a couple of drops of lime essential oil. Spray into wet hair and scrunch for a great-smelling, casual summer style.

10.) Remove Styling Product & Greasy Build-Up

Squeeze one cup of lemon juice into a gallon of water, add one cup Epsom salt, cover, and let stand for 24 hours. Apply the mixture to hair, wait 20 minutes, then shampoo as normal.

11.) Clean Tile & Grout

Combine equal parts Epsom salt and liquid dish soap. Scrub tile and grout to remove stains.

12.) Remove Splinters

Mix equal parts Epsom salt and warm water. Soak the affected area for fifteen minutes and then easily remove that nasty splinter.

13.) Relieve Constipation

Epsom salt can be used as a laxative. Dissolve one teaspoon of Epsom salt in a cup of warm water and drink no more often than once per day. This should provide relief.

14.) Regulate Blood Sugar

Taking Epsom salt orally or using transdermally can help regulate levels of sugar in the blood, keeping energy levels even throughout the day and lowering the risk of diabetes.

15.) Heal Bruises & Sprains

Two cups of Epsom salt in a warm tub of water can help heal sprains and bruises and prevent them as well. Soak for at least fifteen minutes for the best results.

16.) Get Rid of Pests

Sprinkle Epsom salt in plants to deter insects.

17.) Clean Washing Machine

Fill the tub with hot water, add Epsom salt, and run through one cycle to remove detergent build-up.

18.) Fertilize Houseplants

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of Epsom salt around the base of the plant during growing season and then water it to use as a natural fertilizer. When planting a new plant or transplanting an older one simply add 1 tablespoon at the bottom of the hole then finish planting to prevent shock and give a boost.

19.) Deter Slugs

Keep slugs away by sprinkling Epsom salt along entryways.

20.) Make Grass Greener

Combine two tablespoons of Epsom salt with a gallon of water and spray on your lawn to keep the grass greenest on your side of the fence.

21.) Remove Burnt Food From Pots & Pans

Pour a little Epsom and warm water into the pan, scrub, and rinse.

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