What Are Magnesium Flakes and How Are They Used?
Magnesium flakes are a popular bathroom shelf staple. If you have seen them in a shop or online and wondered what they actually are and how to use them, this short guide covers the basics.
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What are magnesium flakes?
Magnesium flakes are small, crisp, translucent flakes of magnesium chloride. Cutetonic® Magnesium Chloride Flakes are of Dead Sea origin. The flakes are refined and dissolve easily in warm water, which is why they are used in the bath or in a bowl for a foot soak.
In the bag they look like pale, irregular crystals. In warm water they dissolve quickly.
How are they used?
In the bath
Run a warm bath and pour in a couple of handfuls of flakes under the running tap. Stir with your hand until they dissolve, then soak for as long as you like. Rinse off afterwards if you prefer.
In a foot soak
Add a small handful of flakes to a washing-up bowl or foot bath of warm water. Stir until dissolved and soak your feet for 15 to 20 minutes. It is an easy, low-effort evening ritual.
As a bathroom routine
Many people pair a soak with a good book, soft lighting and a towel warmed on the radiator.
Tips for first-time users
- Start with a smaller amount and add more next time if you wish.
- Use warm rather than very hot water so the flakes dissolve smoothly.
- Rinse the bath or bowl after use, as you would with any bath product.
- Keep the bag tightly sealed. The flakes absorb moisture from the air and can clump.
FAQs
How should I store magnesium flakes?
Keep them in a sealed bag or airtight container, somewhere dry.
Can I use them in a shower?
The flakes are designed to be dissolved in water, so a bath or foot soak is the usual way to use them.
Which size should I buy?
Smaller bags suit a first try. If you soak regularly, a bigger bag usually costs less per use.
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Always check the product label for directions. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or take medication, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before changing your diet or using a new product.
