How To Make an Easy Homemade Magnesium Lotion Recipe

This homemade magnesium lotion recipe is super easy to make and perfect for relaxing after a long day. It helps soothe your body and keeps your skin soft and happy. Once you try it, you’ll love it!

You’re going to love all the healthy benefits of magnesium lotion. Magnesium helps so many of the systems in your body function properly and this lotion is a great way to supplement your needs. 

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Table of Contents

• Benefits of Magnesium  
• Foods That Are High In Magnesium
• Why You’ll Love This Magnesium Cream
• More Natural Skin Care Recipes You’ll Love 
• How To Make This Homemade Magnesium Lotion Recipe
• What You’ll Need 
• Directions 
• Helpful Tips For Making A Magnesium Lotion Recipe
• FAQs
• Final Thoughts 
• More From The Farm

Disclaimer: While I am a registered nurse, I’m not a physician. This recipe and its benefits are my opinions only. Always get advice from a physician before treating any condition you may have.  

Moving on….magnesium contributes to a lot of different functions within the body. 

As a pregnant woman in my forties, I’ve found that my body needs magnesium more than ever. Sadly, it’s hard to get the required amounts of magnesium from diet alone. 

Luckily, minerals can also be absorbed through the skin. This topical magnesium lotion is a great way to help supplement your needs and is one of the easier DIY recipes. 

Using magnesium lotion has really been helpful for me both in regulating my hormones before pregnancy, and in helping to decrease stress and increase my overall mood.

I use magnesium lotion in the evenings to help relax from the stress of the day.

Benefits of Magnesium

• Magnesium helps the heart maintain a regular rhythm. It’s essential for the cardiac cycle. 
• Magnesium calms the nervous system and helps you have better sleep. 
• Magnesium helps with digestion and regulates blood sugar levels. 
• Magnesium helps to regulate the effects of stress and cortisol in the body. 
• Magnesium helps with bone density. As women age and experience menopause, bone density can decrease. Magnesium helps with the formation of bones. 
• Magnesium can reduce headaches, anxiety, and depression. Its calming effects extend far beyond a good night’s sleep. 

I’m a registered nurse and have spent my career in critical care units. I”ve seen first hand how important magnesium is to the body and its functions.You can learn more about all the great benefits of magnesium lotion HERE. 

Signs and Symptoms of Magnesium Deficiency

• Muscles cramps and spasms are sometimes caused by a magnesium deficiency. 
• Magnesium deficiency may also lead to some mood disorders and anxiety. 
• Magnesium deficiency is also a risk factor in decreased bone density leading to osteoporosis. 
• Low magnesium levels can lead to restless leg syndrome. Magnesium supplements are often give to help with this disorder. 

There are many other conditions that caused by low magnesium levels so getting the required amounts is very important. If you’re interested in getting tested for low magnesium levels, speak with your health practitioner.

Foods That Are High In Magnesium

Green Leafy Vegetables are high in magnesium. Some people have to be careful with these in their diet if they are on anticoagulants. However, if you’re able to eat them they are a great source of magnesium.

Avocado is also a good source of magnesium as well as other nutrients.

Dark chocolate, which is my personal favorite way of getting magnesium, is loaded with magnesium and antioxidants.

Legumes also contain a good amount of magnesium. Adding more beans to your diet will help you get more of the magnesium you need.

Why You’ll Love This Magnesium Cream

This magnesium lotion recipe is easy to customize. You can add different essential oils for a calming effect or to soothe sore muscles. 

It’s great for the whole family. The ingredients in this recipe are natural and soothing for the skin. 

It’s cheaper than buying a magnesium lotion. There are several magnesium lotions out there, but they can be quite pricey. Making your own magnesium lotion at home is a great way to save money and still have all the benefits. 

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How To Make This Homemade Magnesium Lotion Recipe

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Equipment

• Mixing bowl 
• Double boiler 
• Immersion blender 
• Amber glass jar
• Measuring cups and spoons 

What You’ll Need

½ Cup Magnesium Flakes– Magnesium chloride flakes are great for so many things in the body. One of the best benefits is it can decrease stress levels and help with getting a good night’s sleep. You can add the flakes to your warm bath water for added benefits. 

¼ Cup Water- The water is used to help dissolve the flakes making for a creamier lotion. Distilled water will extend the shelf life of the lotion.

¼ cup Coconut oil– Coconut Oil is a great natural moisturizer for the skin. It also helps to protect the skin from outside irritants that you come in contact with daily. 

3 tbsps Shea butter– Shea butter is easily absorbed into the skin but doesn’t make it oily. It’s great for adding an extra, nourishing moisturizer to your skin care product. It’s also great for all skin types. 

2 tbsps Beeswax– Beeswax is very beneficial for the skin. It acts as an antiseptic that can help protect your skin from harmful bacteria. IIt also helpsto thicken the magnesium lotion which gives it a more creamy texture. 

1 ml Vitamin E– Vitamin E has been shown to have anti-aging effects. That’s why it’s a popular ingredient in many anti-aging creams. 

20 drops of Lavender essential oil– Lavender essential oil is known to have calming effects. It reduces anxiety and can help with a more restful night’s sleep. Adding lavender essential oil to the lotion enhances its calming properties. 

Directions

1. The first step is to heat a double boiler over low heat. You want the water to just be simmering. I use a large pot with a glass bowl for this. Be sure that the bowl does not touch the water, but sits above it instead. 
2. Combine ½ cup Magnesium flakes with ¼ cup of hot water in a small bowl. Allow the flakes to dissolve while you prepare the other ingredients. 
3. Once the water is simmering, add ¼ cup coconut oil, 3 tbsps shea butter, and 2 tbsps beeswax to the bowl. Stir continuously until everything melts together. 
4. Remove the bowl from the heat. Be sure to wear oven mitts because the bowl will be hot. 
5. Allow the mixture to cool slightly so that the liquid is warm, but not beginning to solidify. 
6. Stir in 1 ml of vitamin E oil and 20 drops of Lavender essential oil. If you add the oil while the mixture is too hot, it will evaporate. 
7. Stir in the magnesium water and use an immersion blender to whip the lotion into a creamy texture. 

8. Pour the liquid into glass containers. You can use mason jars for this. Allow it to cool and solidify. 
9. Store your lotion in a dark place to keep the oils from deteriorating. 

Helpful Tips For Making A Magnesium Lotion Recipe

Use cold-pressed coconut oil when making lotions. Fractionated coconut oil will not firm like a cold-pressed will. 

Be sure to let the mixture cool to room temperature before whipping it with the immersion blender. The lotion will not firm up as easily if it’s very warm. 

If you want a runnier, more liquid texture omit the beeswax entirely. You can also decrease the amount of beeswax you use in the recipe to get your desired consistency. 

Store your lotion in a warm place if It gets too cool if will be very firm and hard to use. 

Use a separate immersion blender when you make skin care products. This will keep your ingredients from entering your food. 

Be sure to use a pure essential oil when you’re making skin care products. Some oils can contain additives that aren’t good for the skin. 

FAQs

What is the shelf life of this product?

If you store it properly, this whipped lotion will last 6 months to one year. 

Can I substitute magnesium flakes for magnesium hydroxide powder?

You can use hydroxide powder in different skin care recipes like a homemade deodorant. However, it’s not the best for this recipe. It’s great at protecting the skin and preventing moisture, but it doesn’t have the same soothing effect as the flakes. It will also change the consistency of the lotion. 

Can I use magnesium sulfate (epsom salts) instead of magnesium chloride in this recipe?

​No, magnesium sulfate wouldn’t work in this particular recipe. Magnesium flakes are best.

What other oils can be used in this recipe?

Yes, other oils  that would work great in this recipe are peppermint oil, frankincense, and rose flower extract.

Final Thoughts

Making your own magnesium lotion at home is super easy and saves money while giving you a luxurious, relaxing treat. It’s awesome for soothing sore muscles, helping you unwind before bed, or just keeping your skin feeling soft and cared for. Once you try it, you’ll love how great it makes you feel. Your skin will thank you too!

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This beeswax lotion recipe is a fun and easy project that’ll leave your skin feeling so soft and smooth. It’s a simple recipe that is easy to make, made from all-natural ingredients, and super gentle so it’s perfect for sensitive skin. It’s also a great homemade gift that your friends and family will love.