When it is mentioned, most of us make an association with a relaxing bath or think of its relaxing effect. But Epsom s alt, or Epsom s alt as it is called after the name of the English town of Epsom, where it comes from, has many more uses that you probably didn't know about!
Epsom s alt is actually magnesium sulfate, extremely beneficial for the skin and used for years in mineral healing baths, various spa treatments to relieve various pains.
But what else is epsom s alt used for?
Fertilization
Epsom s alt is a great element for fertilizing soils for various plants, especially rose bushes. Especially during the blooming season, when you want your favorite flowers to bloom longer, add some Epsom s alt to the soil and you will notice the effect.
Hair Healing
Mix one cup of lemon juice, one cup of Epsom s alt and one liter of warm water. Stir well to combine the ingredients and dissolve the s alt. Let it stand for a day. The mixture is very suitable for application after shampoo or for rinsing. Refreshes, strengthens and slightly lightens the hair.
Cleaning tiles
Epsom s alt is also a good helper in cleaning the bathroom and kitchen. You can use it to scrub tiles, showers, shower cabins, sinks - everything will shine like new! This s alt is suitable for removing soap scum and scale.
For pest control
If you have pests - ants, fleas, spiders, as well as any other garden "invaders", Epsom s alt comes to the rescue. Dissolved in water, you can use it as a spray to spray plants in the home and garden. It is harmless to them, and insects run away from the saline solution.
Quick Bruise Treatment
Compresses with Epsom s alt help to remove bruises and bruises faster. S alt increases the osmotic pressure and removes the accumulated excess fluid in the cells. Thus the healing processes proceed faster.
Soothes itching and sunburn
Again, a compress with Epsom s alt dissolved in water is a useful remedy against itching and burning. This is because of the soothing effect of Epsom s alt. It can also be used for insect bites.
