The waters of the Dead Sea have been renowned for their therapeutic effects since ancient times. Two thousand years ago, Flavius wrote that the salts from the Dead Sea heal the human body.
The waters from the Dead Sea are unique in that they contain 27% of various salts as compared to 3% in normal sea water. Further, while sodium accounts for approximately 80% of the salt content of normal sea water, it comprises much less of the salt total in water from the Dead Sea. The balance of the salts in Dead Sea water is magnesium, potassium, calcium chloride and bromides.
Why are these types of salts beneficial? Magnesium is important both for combating stress and fluid retention, slowing skin aging and calming the nervous system. Calcium is effective at preventing water retention, increasing circulation and strengthening bones and nails. Potassium energizes the body, helps to balance skin moisture and is a crucial mineral to replenish following intense exercise. Bromides act to ease muscle stiffness and relax muscles. Sodium is important for the lymphatic fluid balance (this in turn is important for immune system function). So we can see that bathing in high quality sea salt could replenish the minerals which are critical to our skin metabolism.

Instructions:
Pour 2/3 cup of Dead Sea salts into bath tub and run hot water (to maximum temperature you can handle) and soak for 20-30 minutes. It is important to use hot water as it brings the blood to the surface, dissipating heat and dilating the blood vessels, allowing for the release of toxins and full relaxation of your body.  For best results, do not rinse after you take a bath, allowing for the salts to fully take effect overnight.  It has also been noted, that lying under a warm blanket for 30 minutes after your bath is beneficial. 

Composition of Dead Sea salt:
Magnesium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, Bromide, Sulphates, Insolubles, Water of Crystallization.

Price:

$11/bag