Rosemary & Mint is a beautifully invigorating salt scrub, enriched with magnesium. Magnesium is important for skin health as it supports hydration, reduces inflammation, and aids in repair processes. It can help maintain a healthy skin barrier and contains 60+ trace minerals. This scrub also contains hydrating vitamin E, castor and coconut oils, and is scented with rosemary & peppermint pure essential oils. Dried rosemary and peppermint leaves is throughout the scrub, adding to the therapeutic experience! This soap's amazing skin benefits!: - Epsom salt, or magnesium sulfate, can offer several benefits for the skin. It may help exfoliate dead skin cells, relieve itching and inflammation associated with conditions like eczema and psoriasis, and even reduce the appearance of cellulite. Additionally, Epsom salt baths are thought to hydrate the skin and potentially draw out splinters. Here's a more detailed look at the benefits: Hydration: Soaking in an Epsom salt bath can help improve skin hydration, which can be beneficial for dry skin conditions. Inflammation Relief: Epsom salt baths are often used to soothe skin irritation and reduce inflammation, which can be helpful for conditions like eczema and psoriasis. Splinter Removal: The osmotic pressure created by an Epsom salt bath can help draw splinters to the surface of the skin, making them easier to remove. Detoxification: Some believe that Epsom salt baths can help draw out toxins and heavy metals from the body, though scientific evidence is limited. Acne Treatment: While not a cure, Epsom salt may help reduce the swelling and inflammation associated with acne. Cellulite Reduction: Some people use Epsom salt in combination with oils and essential oils to create a scrub that may help reduce the appearance of cellulite. - Vitamin E can help maintain and restore moisture, help reduce redness and inflammation, and improve skin texture, making it softer and more supple. Signs of dry skin and irritation can be due to many other reasons, such as lack of hydration or skin disorders. - Castor oil offers several benefits for the skin due to its moisturising, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. It can help hydrate dry skin, reduce inflammation associated with conditions like acne and sunburn, and potentially protect against certain types of bacteria. Here's a more detailed look at the benefits: Moisturising: Castor oil is rich in ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid that helps to hydrate and soften the skin, potentially improving its overall appearance. Anti-inflammatory: The anti-inflammatory properties of castor oil can help reduce redness and swelling, making it useful for conditions like sunburn, acne, and puffiness around the eyes. Antimicrobial: Castor oil may help fight against certain bacteria and fungi, potentially preventing or reducing acne breakouts. Skin protection: Castor oil can act as an antioxidant, helping to protect the skin from damage caused by environmental factors like UV rays and pollution. Anti-aging: Castor oil may help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by hydrating the skin and promoting collagen production. - Coconut oil has many potential benefits for the skin, including: Moisturising: Coconut oil is highly moisturizing and can help retain moisture in dry skin. Anti-inflammatory: Coconut oil can reduce inflammation. Antibacterial: Coconut oil has antibacterial properties that can help remove harmful bacteria. Antiviral: Coconut oil may have antiviral properties. Collagen production: Coconut oil can boost collagen production, which can help firm skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Wound healing: Coconut oil can promote wound healing. Aromatherapy essential oils with skin benefits!: - Rosemary has many potential benefits for the skin, including: Anti-inflammatory: Can help reduce redness and inflammation from skin conditions like eczema or rosacea. Antibacterial: Can help prevent bacteria from getting into pores and causing acne. Astringent: Can help clean pores, regulate sebum production, and improve the appearance of enlarged pores. Hydrating: Can help balance the skin's natural oils and protect skin cells from damage. Skin elasticity: Contains rosmarinic acid, which helps boost collagen and improve skin elasticity and firmness. Anti-aging: Contains carnosic acid, which may help protect the skin from UV ray damage and the visible signs of premature aging. Tightening skin tone: Can shrink pores and tighten the appearance of your complexion. Increasing circulation: May help dilate blood vessels, which can increase blood circulation and help with poor circulation. - Peppermint essential oil can have many benefits for the skin, including: Soothing: The cooling effect of menthol in peppermint oil can help soothe skin and ease itching and irritation from hives, poison ivy, or poison oak. Antibacterial: Peppermint oil can help stop or slow the growth of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, a common skin bacteria. Anti-inflammatory: Peppermint oil can help soothe inflammation, irritation, and itchiness on the skin and scalp. Anti-viral: Peppermint oil may be effective against herpes simplex virus type 2 infections. Sun-protective: Peppermint oil has some sun-protective properties, with an SPF of around 7. Wound-healing: Peppermint oil can promote wound-healing. Directions for Use: Wet your skin with warm water to open pores. Apply a generous amount of scrub, massaging it onto your skin in gentle, circular motions. Avoid harsh scrubbing and limit the massage to 30 seconds to one minute. Rinse thoroughly and pat your skin dry, then apply moisturiser. Please note, that seeing the oils collect at the bottom of the jar is perfectly normal. Before use, we recommend either sitting the scrub upside down on a flat surface for one minute, or, alternatively, give it a good shake (in a sealed jar!). Ingredients: Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt), *Tocopherol (Vitamin E) Oil, *Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, *Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil *Certified Organic Allergen Warning: Limonene and Linalool (naturally present in essential oils). If pregnant, please consult your health professional before using any essential oils, as they may work as a stimulative. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Net weight (approx) 500g UK Cosmetic Product Code: Batch number and use by date provided on labelling. No palm oil, SLS, animal fats, fragrance oils, or synthetic mica powders are used in our products, and our ingredients are at least 90% certified organic, plant-based, sustainable, cruelty-free and vegan friendly. Disclaimer: Medical conditions:- If you have any health concerns, allergies, or existing medical conditions, you should consult a medical professional before using a new skincare product. Testing:- Before using a new skincare product, you should test it on a small area of skin to check for allergic reactions or sensitivity. You can apply a small amount to the inside of your wrist and observe for up to 9 hours. If you experience irritation, stop using the product and seek medical advice if necessary. Individual results:- Results may vary depending on your skin type, age, sensitivity, skincare history, and how you apply/use the product. Natural ingredients:- Even products with natural or organic ingredients can cause skin reactions in some people, especially if they contain essential oils. Please find our list of allergens associated with each soap's essential oils in the listing section under "allergen warning." Patch tests:- Some products, even soaps, recommend performing a patch test before using them all over your body. Liability:- The Dark Island Soap Co. LTD may not be responsible for any adverse consequences that result from using our products.
