Have you heard about the benefits of magnesium spray? Maybe you've even tried it yourself and found it helpful. Have you ever wished you could make it yourself and save yourself the trouble of buying it? Whether you have or not, you'll be surprised just how easy it is to make DIY magnesium spray and enjoy all the health benefits!
Benefits of Magnesium
Magnesium aids in hundreds of functions in the human body – from muscles to digestion to cells to cardiovascular system and more. Some of the symptoms of magnesium deficiency include fatigue and weakness, nausea, and numbness or tingling.
People often take magnesium to help with minor complaints like difficulty sleeping, restless or cramping muscles, constipation, stress, and headaches. It also has more significant benefits like maintaining healthy blood pressure, reducing swelling in muscles and joints, reducing risk of osteoporosis by aiding calcium absorption, and improving heart health.
The Easiest Way to Use Magnesium
There are several types of magnesium, and their specific benefits, dosages, and methods of consumption vary.
However, magnesium chloride has proven to be very easily absorbed through the skin, making it one of the easiest forms of magnesium to take since you can simply spray it onto your body.
What You Need to Know
You can spray magnesium oil most anywhere on your skin, but be careful to start with. It can cause some dryness, sensitivity, itching, or rash, especially if you’re magnesium deficient (which most people are). Starting with the bottoms of your feet can be good because the skin there is tougher, but the pores are large for good absorption.
Personally, I’m used to it and spray it onto my abdomen or the insides of my arms where the skin is thin for easy absorption.
You should also start with a low amount – just a spray or two – and work your way up as you get used to it until you get the desired effects.
As always, if you have health conditions or are taking medications, you need to do your own research or talk to a professional to make sure there aren’t any issues. And also, pay attention to what your body tells you when you start using anything new.
DIY Magnesium Spray
Magnesium spray is one of the simplest DIYs I’ve ever done. You only need two ingredients, the ability to boil water, and a spritz bottle.
Ingredients:
- Distilled water
Supplies:
- Bottle with spritzer top (I know this is a larger number, but I like these because the tops do not leak – I've tried several brands that do)
- Saucepan (preferably stainless steel – I'd recommend this one if you like multi-purpose)
- Narrow funnel (optional)
You will use equal parts magnesium flakes and distilled water. The exact quantities will depend on how much magnesium spray you want to make. If you’re only making a single 2 oz. bottle, you’ll only need around 3 Tbs. of distilled water because its volume will expand a bit once you’ve dissolved the magnesium flakes in it.
I typically make larger batches because I sell these in my apothecary business, but if you’re only making them for yourself, I’d still recommend making maybe ½ cup of water just to be more efficient. You can fill your spritz bottle and store the rest of your magnesium spray in a mason jar or something, so it’s ready to refill your spritzer when it’s empty and you don’t have to make a new 2-ounce batch every time.
Instructions:
1 – Decide how much you will make based on the guidance above. Add that amount of distilled water to your saucepan and bring it to a boil.
2 – Once the water is boiling, add in your predetermined amount of magnesium flakes and stir until incorporated. (I recommend using something non-plastic to stir with. I use a stainless steel spoon.)
3 – Once the magnesium has completely dissolved into the water, turn off the heat and leave the mixture alone for a while to cool.
4 – Pour your magnesium spray into your spritz bottle – this is where having a small funnel comes in handy.
That’s it! You have your own magnesium spray!
Modifications for Extra Power
It's really easy to add some extra benefits to your magnesium spray and tailor it to your specific needs by adding essential oils.
If you use it for sleep, add Lavender.
If you use it for muscle cramps or soreness, add Peppermint, Wintergreen, and/or Lavender.
If you use it to quiet anxious thoughts, add Bergamot.
Whatever essential oils you would use for your ailment, you can add to the spray. Research and use your discretion when deciding how much to add.
Personally, I add 5-10 drops of Lavender to a 2 oz. bottle of magnesium spray for sleep.
Enjoy the benefits of your magnesium spray!
*The information presented here is for educational purposes only and is in no way intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease or condition. Consult your doctor (preferably a naturopath or functional medicine provider) if you have a serious medical condition or are taking any medications.
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