What is Epsom Salt and why is it used?
Epsom Salt is Magnesium Sulphate. It is found naturally in many spa waters. It is very different from sea salt or table salt which is mainly Sodium Chloride. Epsom Salt has been used for centuries to treat skin complaints and is used as a medicine, (an emetic). It is non toxic, it won’t harm you if you swallow some, but try not to; it has a salty taste. We use it for two main reasons. Firstly it raises the density making it much easier to float. Secondly it softens your skin.
