Can you put magnesium directly on your skin?
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Most people are familiar with magnesium in supplement form as a pill or capsule to be taken orally by mouth. It’s possible to find magnesium oil, cream, or spray, which can all be applied to the skin. Topical magnesium only comes in magnesium chloride flakes and is very itchy. Due to this, it is combined with water, oils, and other carriers for topical use.
Magnesium oil/spray is made by mixing magnesium chloride flakes with boiled, distilled water. When these two substances are combined, the resulting liquid has an oily feel but isn’t technically an oil.
You can apply magnesium spray/oil/lotion directly on your skin, but consider testing it out on a small patch of skin to see if you experience any adverse reactions.
Here are the steps to perform a skin patch test:
- Wash a specific area like your thigh or forearm with mild, unscented soap.
- Pat the area dry.
- Apply a small amount of magnesium product onto a small, cleaned area.
- Place a bandage over the patch, and keep the area dry for 24 hours.
If you notice any rash, irritation, or discomfort during the 24 hours, remove the bandage and wash your skin thoroughly with gentle soap and water.
If you don’t experience any reactions, you should be safe to keep using magnesium products.