Do you ever feel a sense of calmness while sitting by the ocean or going for a swim? Ocean water has many relaxing properties that can help you feel at ease. These same properties can also do wonders for your skin. In addition to its calming effects, sea salt and ocean water offer a variety of benefits for healthier, softer, and smoother skin.
Where Does Sea Salt Come From?
Sea salt forms when ocean water or water from salt lakes is evaporated - usually with little to no processing. Depending on the water source, certain minerals and elements are left behind. This includes sodium, chloride, potassium, calcium, magnesium, copper, and zinc, which all can be beneficial for your skin.
Benefits of Sea Salt for Your Skin
Sea salt has many benefits when applied topically, and can help support healthy skin in various ways. These are some ways that sea salt’s unique properties can help your skin glow.
Absorbs Pore-Clogging Dirt
Dirt and other toxins can clog your pores and lead to unwanted texture and breakouts. Sea salt absorbs these toxins to cleanse your pores and help restore your skin’s protective barrier to keep your skin soft and hydrated.
Combats Dandruff
When applied to the scalp, sea salt solutions can help remove dandruff flakes and absorb excess oil and moisture to prevent further dandruff from forming. It can also stimulate circulation to promote scalp health.
Anti-Inflammatory
Sea salt has anti-inflammatory properties, meaning it can help absorb excess fluid to prevent puffiness around your eyes and other areas.
Natural Exfoliant
Sea salt scrubs can help remove dead skin cells that clog pores and restore hydration for softer, smoother skin.
Antimicrobial
Sea salt contains magnesium, calcium, and potassium that help the skin in a variety of ways, including protecting against bacteria that causes acne and other skin infections.
Helps With pH Balance
Sea salt can help return your skin to healthy pH levels.
Encourages Blood Circulation
Sea salt can stimulate blood circulation for your skin, helping your body maintain healthy skin cells.
Types of Sea Salt
There are a few different types of sea salt available, each with its own unique properties. These are three that are commonly found in skincare products:
Celtic Grey Sea Salt
Also known as Sel Gris salt, grey sea salt is formed off Brittany’s coast and is made in France. It contains 34 trace minerals, including magnesium, iron, calcium, potassium, manganese, zinc, and iodine. It also has a much higher moisture percentage than other salts (13%).
Himalayan Pink Sea Salt
Found in the Himalayan foothills of Pakistan, this is often considered the purest sea salt available. It contains more than 84 trace minerals, including some essential minerals that soften skin and restore hydration at its deepest levels.
Dead Sea Salt
Dead Sea salt is created in - you guessed it - the Dead Sea. It comprises 21 unique minerals, including magnesium, potassium, calcium, bromide, and sulfur. Studies suggest it can help with skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis.
Other Benefits of Salt and Sea
In addition to the skin benefits of salt, ocean water has many calming properties that can help with overall wellbeing. These are a few of the health benefits of ocean water:
Reduces Anxiety and Stress
The magnesium in seawater can help you feel calm. Certain studies suggest magnesium may be a natural treatment for anxiety.
Improves Breathing
Saltwater may help rid the lungs of toxins and other elements that cause asthma and other respiratory conditions.
Good for Your Gut
Saltwater can help your large intestines, kidneys, and liver flush out toxins.
Helps With Insomnia
Because ocean water can help you relax and normalize blood pressure, a day in the ocean can help you sleep better and boost your mood.
Helps With Muscle Soreness
Taking a sea salt bath can help relax your muscles and ease soreness after an intense workout.
Products for Experiencing the Ocean’s Benefits
Waxing and skincare products that harness the ocean’s calming effects can help clients feel at ease. Nacach offers soft wax and hard wax that use these soothing properties.
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Ocean Blue Soft Wax: Made with high-quality ingredients, this wax has been enriched with a fragrant aroma inspired by nature. The bright blue color will transport clients to their favorite beach, helping them feel calm during the waxing process. It’s hypoallergenic, and its low melting point helps in reducing redness and irritation. It is specially formulated for a premium quality soft wax hair removal experience.
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Ocean Blue Hard Wax: Formulated with pure beeswax and a fragrant scent inspired by nature, these hard wax beads deliver the ultimate hard wax hair removal experience. Made with beeswax, it hydrates and calms the skin and keeps it moisturized. With high elasticity and a low-temperature melting-point, this blue stripless wax is ideal for estheticians looking to remove both fine and coarse hairs on all areas of their clients’ bodies.
Takeaway
Sea salt and ocean water contain many elements and minerals that are great for soothing a variety of skin conditions. For healthier, smoother, and more hydrated skin, consider adding sea salt to your skincare routine - or take a trip to the beach!
