Coming Soon! Specialty Blend of the Magnesium Gentle Sports Recovery Spray - 8 Elephants by Molly

Coming Soon! Specialty Blend of the Magnesium Gentle Sports Recovery Spray

First of all what is magnesium oil? And what are the benefits of using it? 

Magnesium oil isn't a true oil but is actually a brine we make using magnesium chloride flakes and distilled water. And the benefits are wonderful for sleep, soothing sore muscles and helping your body absorb more magnesium particularly after a challenging workout.

What's to love: 

  • Added dead sea salts to the blend! 
  • High quality magnesium chloride 
  • Skin nourishing aloe-vera 

Key Mineral Benefits for Recovery

Unlike regular sea salt, Dead Sea salt is lower in sodium and much higher in minerals that may directly affect muscle function & inflammation.

  • Magnesium: This is the most critical mineral for recovery. It helps relax muscles, reduce cramping, and regulate neurotransmitters that can be overstimulated after a workout.
  • Potassium: An essential electrolyte that helps maintain fluid balance in the body. Using it topically can help reduce the feeling of "heavy" or puffy limbs after exercise.
  • Bromides: These minerals have a natural sedative effect, helping to ease physical tension and calm the nervous system for better post-workout rest.
  • Calcium: While known for bones, calcium also plays a role in muscle contraction and healthy skin barrier function, which is often stripped by sweat.

Added for even gentler formulas: aloe vera! 

Because it is nearly 99% water, it provides intense hydration while delivering over 75 active compounds, including vitamins, minerals, and enzymes.

Skincare Benefits of Aloe Vera

  • Sunburn & Burn Relief: It is the "go-to" for burns due to its cooling and anti-inflammatory nature. It forms a protective barrier that helps the skin retain moisture while active enzymes like bradykinase reduce pain and swelling.
  • Deep Hydration: Unlike heavy creams, aloe absorbs quickly without a greasy residue. Its mucopolysaccharides help bind moisture to the skin, making it ideal for dry or sensitive skin types.
  • Acne Treatment: Aloe naturally contains salicylic acid, a gentle exfoliant that unclogs pores and fights bacteria. Its antimicrobial properties help reduce flare-ups without damaging the skin.
  • Anti-Aging: It stimulates fibroblasts, which produce collagen and elastin fibers. This helps improve skin elasticity and may reduce the appearance of fine lines over time.

Our Hero Ingredient Magnesium Chloride

Magnesium chloride is considered the "gold standard" for gentle sports recovery, specifically when used topically (on the skin). While Epsom salts (magnesium sulfate) are popular, magnesium chloride is more bioavailable, meaning your body can absorb and use it more efficiently.

Key Benefits for Sports Recovery

  • Muscle Relaxation & Cramp Prevention: Magnesium regulates calcium levels in your body. While calcium causes muscles to contract, magnesium helps them relax. This may prevent post-workout spasms and cramps.
  • Lactic Acid Clearance: It helps your body break down and flush out lactic acid, the primary culprit behind that "burning" sensation and stiffness after a hard session.
  • May Reduce Inflammation: As a natural anti-inflammatory, it lowers C-reactive protein levels, which helps reduce the swelling and microscopic tissue damage caused by intense exercise.
  • ATP Energy Production: Magnesium is essential for the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), your body's main energy currency. Having adequate levels ensures your muscles have the fuel to repair themselves.

Still available in fully unscented and a blend with lavender! Limited edition scent blends will be released seasonally.

Each batch is best used within 6 months for optimal freshness.

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