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Dead Sea Salt Bathing:

The beneficial effects of the Dead Sea Salts on the skin and their
 unique therapeutic and beautifying powers have been recognized 
since ancient times. Cleopatra, considered the most beautiful woman 
in the world, went to great expense to obtain exclusive rights over the 
Dead Sea area. At her command, pharmaceutical and cosmetic 
factories were built near the Dead Sea. Their remains can still be 
seen today at Ein Bokek and Ein Gedi.

The use of Dead Sea bath salts at home is an effective way to relax 
and absorb the minerals of the Dead Sea. Research has proven the 
efficiency of Dead Sea bath salts in alleviating skin diseases such as 
psoriasis, by treatment that can be administered at home by using 
about 2 lbs. for each bath. It is also highly beneficial for relieving 
muscle tension or for simply relaxing and enjoying a rejuvenating 
experience.

There’s nothing like a soak in a Dead Sea Salt bath. This practice 
was once relegated to high-end spas and expensive skin clinic, but 
now therapeutic salt baths are becoming common practice in homes 
all across America. 

A Sea Salt bath provides a medium for deep relaxation, as well as a 
feast of minerals for the skin. 

Bath Salt Therapy

The combination of sea salts and water is the basis of many powerful therapeutic 
treatments. There are numerous types of Water Therapy administered at spas, 
ayurvedic & holistic centers, and health clinics around the world. Sports therapy 
clinics use Hydrotherapy Baths to help patients recover from joint and muscle 
injuries. Dermatologists are recommending Bokek Dead Sea Salt baths for 
patients with psoriasis, eczema and other dry skin conditions. Estheticians 
emphasize the cleansing properties of a sea salt bath to clean pores and to 
detoxify the body. Cancer patients use water therapy to help deal with radiation 
treatments. There are even Water Therapies you can use on a daily or weekly 
basis in your own home.

Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, discovered the therapeutic qualities of 
seawater by noticing the healing affects it had on the injured hands of fishermen. 
The seawater not only restricted infection risks, but patients who followed 
treatments involving the use of seawater found that it also promoted pain relief. 
It is now known that sea salt therapy is an effective treatment that assists in the 
rejuvenation of the cells and also induces a healthy exchange of minerals and 
toxins between the blood and the water.



Types of Water Therapies:
Balneotherapy - a range of treatments with warm mineral salt water, from bathing 
or underwater massage jets to plain drinking. Alkaline water helps stimulate the 
secretion of bile, while hypnotic water has diuretic effects and is often used for 
treating kidney stones.

Heliotherapy - use of the sunís creative properties. Despite recent awareness of 
skin cancers, sun remains an excellent source of energy, boosts immunity and 
stabilizes mood when used appropriately. Skin treatments combine this with sea 
salt baths but should only be used together under the supervision of a doctor.

Phytotherapy - treatments with wild-growing herbs, plants, flowers or leaves. Used 
in salt baths, oils or infusions, their effect can be superior to pharmacological 
treatments for some medical conditions. Perfect for combining with sea salt.

Thalassotherapy - therapeutic baths using warm seawater. The application of 
seawater (which is very similar to the bodyís own internal fluids) allow magnesium 
and potassium to be drawn into the blood stream while toxins are actively 
eliminated.



Sea Salt Therapy Treatments at the Spa 
Sea water, which is rich in minerals and microelements, has wonderful therapeutic 
properties when heated up to 33-340C. The following are only a few examples of 
Spa Procedures that incorporate Sea Salt Therapies:

1. Jacuzzi: a hydromassage in the bath filled with warm sea water for 20 minutes;

2. Sea Salt Wrap: soothing and healing spring water will leave your skin soft and 
invigorated.Used in combination with sea salts and individualized essential oils, it 
stimulates circulation, increases lymph flow and detoxifies the whole system.

3. "Under Shower" Massage: a light body massage with waterproof cream while 
having a warm sea water shower

4. "Under Water" Massage: a strong jet body massage while lying down in a warm 
salt bath

5. Salt Glows: a special blend of sea salts and aromatherapy oils gently exfoliates 
dead skin cells leaving the skin toned, glowing and stimulated. Salt exfoliations 
are wonderful when paired with a body wrap.

6. Aroma Massage: a gentle sea salt exfoliation prepares your skin to better 
receive the benefits of aromatherapy and massage for the ultimate in relaxation 
of body and mind.



Sea Salt Therapy at Home
You may not always have the time to visit a resort or spa. There are several 
therapies you can enjoy at
home with little or no mess and preperation:

1. Thalassotherapy Bath: Draw a warm bath (37-400C) and add a Dead Sea Salt 
Cell* (see below). Dim the lights and soak for 20-30 minutes. Music will also add to 
the experience. Drink plenty of water durring and after your soak. Pat dry when 
finished and wrap in a warm bath robe. You'll feel relaxed and rejuvinated.

2. Salt Glow: You can purchase a favorite brand or create your own from scratch 
(look under ërecipesí). Apply salt scub to dry skin. The shower is the perfect, easy 
to clean up, place for this. Be sure to massage entire body. The salts will exfoliate 
your skin allowing the nourishing essential oils to be absorbed. Once complete, 
turn on shower and rinse. Be careful not to slip as the oils can be slick. The result ~ 
soft and silky skin.

3. Crystal Potpourri: These scented salt crystals (see Pg 4, Rio Sea Salt Crystals) 
are a great way to enjoy aromatherapy benefits. In addition, the heated crystals 
cleanse the air. Breathing clear air will revitalize your spirit and help you to think 
more clearly.



*Dead Sea Salt Cell
To make, simply add 20-40 drops of blended essential oils with 32oz of Bokek 
Dead Sea Salt.

Cleanse: Grapefruit / Eucalyptus

Soothe and Relax: Lavender

Energize: Spearmint / Rosemary

Water Therapy

Water therapy is the combination of sea salts and water and is the basis of many 
powerful therapeutic treatments. There are numerous types of Water Therapy 
administered at spas, ayurvedic & holistic centers, and health clinics around the 
world. Sports therapy clinics use Hydrotherapy Baths to help patients recover 
from joint and muscle injuries. Dermatologists are recommending Bokek Dead 
Sea Salt baths for patients with psoriasis, eczema and other dry skin conditions. 
Estheticians emphasize the cleansing properties of a sea salt bath to clean pores 
and to detoxify the body. Cancer patients use water therapy to help deal with 
radiation treatments. There are even Water Therapies & therapeutic bath salts 
you can use on a daily or weekly basis in your own home.

Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, discovered the therapeutic qualities of 
seawater by noticing the healing affects it had on the injured hands of fishermen. 
The seawater not only restricted infection risks, but patients who followed 
treatments involving the use of seawater found that it also promoted pain relief. 
It is now known that sea salt therapy is an effective treatment that assists in the 
rejuvenation of the cells and also induces a healthy exchange of minerals and 
toxins between the blood and the water.



Types of Water Therapies:
Balneotherapy - a range of treatments with warm mineral salt water, from bathing 
or underwater massage jets to plain drinking. Alkaline water helps stimulate the 
secretion of bile, while hypnotic water has diuretic effects and is often used for 
treating kidney stones.

Heliotherapy - use of the sun’s creative properties. Despite recent awareness of 
skin cancers, sun remains an excellent source of energy, boosts immunity and 
stabilizes mood when used appropriately. Skin treatments combine this with sea 
salt baths but should only be used together under the supervision of a doctor.

Phytotherapy - treatments with wild-growing herbs, plants, flowers or leaves. Used 
in salt baths, oils or infusions, their effect can be superior to pharmacological 
treatments for some medical conditions. Perfect for combining with sea salt.

Thalassotherapy - therapeutic baths using warm seawater. The application of 
seawater (which is very similar to the body’s own internal fluids) allow magnesium 
and potassium to be drawn into the blood stream while toxins are actively 
eliminated.



Sea Salt Therapy Treatments at the Spa 
Sea water, which is rich in minerals and microelements, has wonderful therapeutic 
properties when heated up to 33-340C. The following are only a few examples of 
Spa Procedures that incorporate Sea Salt Therapies:

1. Jacuzzi: a hydromassage in the bath filled with warm sea water for 20 minutes;

2. Sea Salt Wrap: soothing and healing spring water will leave your skin soft and 
invigorated.Used in combination with sea salts and individualized essential oils, 
it stimulates circulation, increases lymph flow and detoxifies the whole system.

3. "Under Shower" Massage: a light body massage with waterproof cream while 
having a warm sea water shower

4. "Under Water" Massage: a strong jet body massage while lying down in a 
warm salt bath

5. Salt Glows: a special blend of sea salts and aromatherapy oils gently exfoliates 
dead skin cells leaving the skin toned, glowing and stimulated. Salt exfoliations 
are wonderful when paired with a body wrap.

6. Aroma Massage: a gentle sea salt exfoliation prepares your skin to better 
receive the benefits of aromatherapy and massage for the ultimate in relaxation 
of body and mind.



Sea Salt Therapy at Home
You may not always have the time to visit a resort or spa. There are several 
therapies you can enjoy at home with little or no mess and preperation:

1. Thalassotherapy Bath: Draw a warm bath (37-400C) and add a Dead Sea Salt 
Cell* (see below). Dim the lights and soak for 20-30 minutes. Music will also add 
to the experience. Drink plenty of water durring and after your soak. Pat dry when 
finished and wrap in a warm bath robe. You'll feel relaxed and rejuvinated.

2. Salt Glow: You can purchase a favorite brand or create your own from scratch 
(see recipes). Apply salt scub to dry skin. The shower is the perfect, easy to clean 
up, place for this. Be sure to massage entire body. The salts will exfoliate your skin 
allowing the nourishing essential oils to be absorbed. Once complete, turn on 
shower and rinse. Be careful not to slip as the oils can be slick. The result ~ soft 
and silky skin.

3. Crystal Potpourri: These scented salt crystals (see Pg 4, Rio Sea Salt Crystals) 
are a great way to enjoy aromatherapy benefits. In addition, the heated crystals 
cleanse the air. Breathing clear air will revitalize your spirit and help you to think 
more clearly.

Blending Bath Salts:
Bath Salts: Sea salts and essential oils are a wonderfully synergistic combination. 
The relaxing properties of hot water compliment the effects of well chosen salts 
and essential oils. Aromatic baths can provide relief from stress and anxiety, 
assist with muscle and joint pains, and treat the symptoms of more severe skin 
conditions. Both men and women are enjoying aromatic baths in increasing 
numbers. The therapeutic benefits of sea salt baths are well known and often 
recommended by doctors for treating a wide range of medical conditions.

Aroma Therapy: Aromatherapy is the practice of controlled use of essential oils 
to maintain and promote physical, psychological, and spiritual well being. As a 
holistic medicine, Aromatherapy is both a preventative approach as well as an 
active treatment during acute and chronic stages of illness.

Essential Oils: Essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts distilled from 
a variety of plant material including leaves, flowers, needles, fruit peels, grasses, 
wood and roots. These oils, with the exception of Lavender and Tea Tree, should 
always be diluted in carrier oil before applying directly to the skin.

Dried Herbs: Many dried herbs possess the same scent and healing properties 
of their essential oil counterparts. Herbs are popular additions to bath salts and 
bath teas and look great in a finished product, one draw back is that it can be 
messy in the tub. A good option is to include an organza bag with your salts to 
use as a tea bag - the salts melt, the herbs seep in the hot bath water and once 
the bag dries it is easy to empty out the herbs and re-use the bag.

Carrier Oils: moisturizing vegetable oils are commonly used as a "carrier" for 
essential oils. Most essential oils are too strong to apply directly to the skin and 
should be diluted 12-30 drops to 1oz of carrier oil. Carrier oils are also combined 
with sea salts to create defoliant salt scrubs.

Hydrogen Peroxide: Adding hydrogen peroxide to bathwater increases oxygen 
available to the body. Hydrogen peroxide baths leave the body feeling alert and 
revitalized, like just after a rain shower. This gentle bath is antibacterial, antiviral, 
and cleansing to the emotional and energetic bodies. Add six ounces of food-
grade hydrogen peroxide to a hot bath and soak for 20-30 minutes. Be careful in 
handling this concentrated solution of hydrogen peroxide as it can "burn" or irritate 
the skin. Diluted in the bathwater, it is fine for skin contact.

Apple Cider Vinegar: Apple cider vinegar baths restore a natural pH to the skin 
and hair, as well as rejuvenating and building up the body’s resistance. It helps 
restore acid mantle protection to the skin, which is lost from swimming and from 
routine use of soaps on the skin. It thus helps combat “unfriendly” bacteria, fungal 
overgrowth, and as helpful with vaginal and bladder infections. Apple cider 
vinegar 

baths are soothing to the skin, alleviating itchiness, poison ivy, and sunburn 
discomfort. As with all hot baths, it causes the pores to open and aids in general 
systemic detoxification. Make certain to use pure, unprocessed apply cider 
vinegar. Use 2-4 cups in a hot bath.

Sodium Bicarbonate: A hot bath with equal parts of baking soda (sodium 
bicarbonate) and sea salt assists in detoxification from exposure to heavy metals 
and radiation. It is also beneficial for cleansing the theauric field, and for soothing 
itchy skin. In combination, use 1-2 pounds of each. Sea salts is recommended, as 
opposed to rock salt or common table salt, which are depleted of nourishing 
minerals.

Citric Acid: Citric Acid is a key ingredient, along with Sodium Bicarbonate, for bath 
fizzies (recipe below). It is also great for making fizzy bath salts. The combination 
creates an effervescent blend that helps release the aroma of your essential oils 
into the air, creating an uplifting aromatic bath.

Colorants: FD&C dyes dispersed in liquid or glycerin are popular for adding color 
to bath salts. Herbs can also be used to create beautiful natural colors for your 
salts. Powdered Mica can create beautiful pearl essence salt.

SALT GLOW 1/2 C Bokek™ Dead Sea Salt - Fine 1/2 C EuroSpa™ Sea Salt - Fine 4oz Grapeseed Oil (1/2 cup) 2oz Avocado Oil (1/4 cup) 1 T d-alpha Tocopheral Vitamin E 20-30 drops Essentil Oil Blend Mix Salts together, set aside. Mix all oils together. Pour oils mixture into storage jar. Jar should be glass or PET and have an airtight seal. Slowly add salt and mix well. Salt Glow should be stored in cool dark place to maximize shelf life. Adding a drop or two of Rosemary Essential Oil will help to preserve your scrubs.

BATH TEAS 1/2 C Breton™ Coarse or Breton™ Brut Sweet Orange Essential Oil Dried Lavender Buds Dried Chamomile Flowers Large 3x5 inch tea bags (can substitute tea bags with Organza Bags or Muslin Bags) Add essential oil to salt and mix well. Add dried herbs and stir to combine. Fill each tea bag with approx 4oz of mixture, Package individually in plastic to seal in the scent. To Use: Simply toss one bag into warm bath water. As the tea bag seeps the salts will melt and the fragrance from the essential oils and herbs will disperse. When done, throw the tea bag away!

SALT POTPOURRI RIO™ Sea Salt Crystals - Jumbo Colorant Essential Oils or Fragrance Oils Making Salt Crystal Potpourri is a simple process. The trickiest part is the coloring of the crystals. You have 3 choices for colorings: Liquid Based, Glycerin Based or Mica Powders. The liquid based colorings will dry the best, glycerin will be a nice translucent coloring and Mica gives you opalescent options. You can also simply rinse the crystals for a "glass like" look (see Rio Salt Page). Add Fragrance and Color. Crystals out on Parchment to dry. If you’re using liquid or glycerin colorants, an easy way to color the crystals is by wearing rubber gloves and rubbing the color on the crystals. Mica’s you will have to sprinkle than mist with your fragrance.

ESSENTIAL OIL BLENDS 3/4 oz Grapefruit & 1/4 oz Eucalyptus Cleansing 1/2 oz Lavender & 1/2 oz Bergamot Soothing & Relaxing 1/4 oz Lemon grass / 3/4 oz Lime Uplifting 1/4 oz Rosemary & 3/4 oz Spearmint Energizing 3/4 oz Sweet Orange & 1/4 oz Chamomile Calm & Happy 1/4 oz Eucalyptus, 3/4 oz Lavender & 6 dps Tea Tree Cold Relief 1/2 oz Geranium & 1/2 oz Grapefruit Tired Muscle Relief *Always use caution when working with EO's, See basic guidelines under "Blends".

BATH FIZZIES 1C Ceara™ Sea Salt - Extra Small 1 1/4 C Citric Acid 2 1/2 C Sodium Bicarbonate (baking soda) Witch Hazel Essential Oil Blend Dried Herbs (optional) Mix all dry ingredients. Prepare molds by sprinkling dried herbs on the bottom. Moisten mixture with witch hazel and essential oils using a spray bottle. As soon as mixture holds its shape, pack into the molds. Use caution DO NOT over mist! Allow to dry overnight, then remove from molds. Package in airtight plastic bags.

Information about The Dead Sea

The Dead Sea lies at the bottom of the Syrian - African Rift Valley, about 400 
meters (1280 feet) below sea level. Known in Biblical times as the Eastern Sea, 
the Romans called it Mare Mortuum, the Israeli Geographic office called it The 
Sea of Salt. This remnant of the sea, which covered the area over two million 
years ago, is the lowest natural place on Earth. Its depth ranges from 1376 feet 
(430 meters) in the north to 32 feet (10 meters) in the south.

The waters of the Dead Sea are unique, having a total salt concentration that is 
10 times higher than ocean water, reaching 33% versus 3%. But that's not all! The 
composition of the brines is also unique, comprising magnesium, potassium and 
calcium chlorides, in addition to a high concentration of bromides.

This extraordinary chemical composition has made the Dead Sea an ideal spot 
for people seeking relief from skin and rheumatic disorders, and an equally 
popular choice for vacationers seeking relaxation. In fact, these soothing 
miracle-working waters have a reputation that dates back over 2000 years when 
the Roman historian Flavius noted. "The Dead Sea cannot be praised too highly. 
travelers take this salt home because it heals the human body and is therefore 
used in many medicines."

The therapeutic effects of bathing in the Dead Sea were well known even in times 
of antiquity. Galenus, for instance, stated that this salt water was good for the 
treatment of Arthritis, Eczema, Muscular Pain, Rheumatism, Psoriasis, and also to 
Relieve Tension, Aid Relaxation, and develop Smooth Silky Skin. According to 
the book of Samuel, King Solomon presented the Queen of Sheba with Dead Sea 
salts upon her visit to the Holy Land. The Empress Cleopatra, who was an ardent 
user of Dead Sea beauty formulations, was actually given title to the entire region 
by Mark Anthony after he conquered it.

Today, the Dead Sea has taken on a new dimension: Modern science has proven 
the therapeutic and rejuvenating properties of its unique mineral content. The Dead 
Sea has become a renowned center for natural health and beauty treatments, with 
people coming from around the world to bath in its mineral-rich waters.

Medical research and multiple studies have proved beyond all doubt the efficacy 
of these minerals in treating and preventing various diseases such as psoriasis, 
acne, and rheumatism. Dead Sea salt is beneficial to the skin and the rest of the 
body. The largest organ in the body, the skin seems to have the most noticeable 
effect from Dead Sea salt. The skin absorbs Dead Sea salt, vitamins and other 
substances into the body. It is universally accepted these Dead Sea salts and 
vitamins can have a wonderful effect on circulation and metabolism. As in the 
past, the Dead Sea continues to attract tens of thousands of visitors annually to 
its many resorts and treatment spas.

Dead Sea Salt: Research for Seborrhea and Psoriasis Remedies

Have you heard about the benefits of using Dead Sea bath salts for seborrhea 
and psoriasis treatment? We have Dead Sea product information to explain the 
impact the Dead Sea bath salts have upon their users. If you have been looking 
for natural psoriasis treatment ideas, a possible solution is here. For more 
information on our Dead Sea product exotic salts as potential psoriasis remedies, 
read below.

In order to ascertain and confirm the beneficial therapeutic effects of Dead Sea 
bath salts, a series of clinical research projects were carried out both in Israel 
and in other countries where the use of salts has become an established practice.

Dr. I. Machtey (1) studied the influences of Dead Sea Bath Salts on rheumatic 
patients suffering from osteoarthritis or a localized type of tendonitis. 103 patients 
were treated for one or two weeks with daily Dead Sea Bath Salts in a sanatorium 
located about 400 m. above sea level. The patients were randomly assigned to 
one of three types of baths (three sub groups):

• 1. Bath treatment with a Dead Sea salt concentration of 7.5%
• 2. Baths with a 2% salt concentration.
• 3. Baths with a 0.5% salt concentration.

One week of proper treatment resulted in impressive improvement in all 
parameters in patients receiving 7.5% and 2% bath salt concentration, but little 
or no improvement was noted in those treated with 0.5% salt concentration. The 
greater the physical limitations, the more pronounced was the improvement.

Sixty-six patients received two weeks treatment. An additional slight improvement 
was noted in patients treated with 7.5% or 2%salt concentration, and those having 
only 0.5% salt baths improved relatively more as compared with the results after 
the first week of treatment. However most of the results in the 0.5% group were 
less impressive than those in the higher concentrations.

Over 80% of all the patients reported having less pain, 70% said their mobility 
improved, and about 60% were able to decrease their use of analgesics. Dr. 
Machtey concludes his study by stating that "There is little doubt that the Dead 
Sea treatment in those who benefit from it can be extended and repeated at home 
using a 2%bath solution, which is both economical and readily available".



A similar study was carried out by Dr. P Engel (2) from the sanatorium clinic of the 
city of Mayenbad, Bad Waldsee, in Germany. The study was performed with 60 
patients whose rheumatic discomfort could not be substantially reduced by the 
customary balneotherapy of their clinic. The baths with Dead Sea Bath Salts were 
then prescribed in lieu of additional medicinal therapy. Each patient was treated 
for a duration of four weeks, with 3 baths per week. Salt concentration was 2.5% 
(2 Kg per 801. bath), duration of bath 20 minutes, temperature of water 37 C. 
Parameters examined included: Pain at rest, spontaneous pain, kinesalgia, pain 
on pressure and reduced mobility.

The summary of results showed the following:
• 76.2% of cases very good therapeutic results were obtained
• 10.2% of cases responded moderately well
• 13.6% of cases no success was noted



Dr. J. Arndt, from Germany (3) made a study of the effect of Dead Sea Bath Salts 
on patients suffering from psoriasis. Fifty patients, aged between 14 and 77 years 
were treated with the salts in a controlled way. Treatment consisted of partial or 
total baths. For a total bath, 2 Kgs of the salts were dissolved in a bath at a 
temperature of 27 C. The partial baths were made with a concentration of about 
10%. The baths lasted for 20 minutes and afterwards the skin was thoroughly 
rinsed with running water. The effect is enhanced when the patient remains in a 
warm packed condition for one hour after the bath.

The treatment lasted for 3-4 weeks, with 3-4 baths per week. The results show that 
most symptoms of the illness diminished within one week of treatment, notably itch, 
scaling joint complaints, and the falling asleep and sleeping through difficulties. 
Other parameters such as spread , redness and infiltration decreased somewhat 
more slowly. Improvement was steady-the four week treatment left the patients 
essentially free from complaints.

Dr. Arndt points out that of particular importance from the patients point of view is 
the rapid relief from such irritating system as itching. There is a corresponding 
relief from sleeping disturbances, which were rather wide-spread prior to 
treatment. The drastic decrease in scaling within one week can be interpreted 
by physician and patient alike as a further proof of the course outlined above: 
healing was total in 27 patients (54%), whereas in 22 cases there was a marked 
impressive improvement. Tolerance was excellent in all 50 cases. There were 
no side effects whatsoever, dermatological or otherwise.

(1). "Dead Sea Balneotherapy in Osteoarthritis", Dr. Machtey (Hasharon Hospital, 
Petach-Tikya, Isreal). " Published in Proceedings of International Seminar on 
Treatment of Rheumatic Diseases", John Wright, PSG Inc. (1982).

(2). "On the Therapy of Rheumatic Illness with Medical Bathing Salts from the Dead 
Sea", Dr. P. Engel (Sanatorium Clinic of the City of Mayenbad, Bad Waldsee, FRG). 
Published in Acta Medica Empirica, 31, 374 (April 1982).

(3). "Salt from the Promised Land Helps Psoriasis Patients", Dr. J. Arndt, Published 
in Arztliche Praxis, vol. 34, No. 48, 1920,(15.6.1982).

The Benefits of Dead Sea Salt
by Amy K. McNulty, Ph.D.

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 are magnesium, potassium, calcium chloride and bromides.

Why are these types of salts beneficial? Magnesium is important for both 
combatting 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.

Studies have been conducted on the health benefits of bathing in Dead Sea salts. 
One such study was conducted by Dr. I. Machtey 1 on 103 patients suffering from 
osteoarthritis and tendinitis. Patients were either treated with baths of 7.5%, 2% or 
0.5% Dead Sea salt concentration. Improvement was found after as little as 1 week 
of treatment for those treated with 7.5% or 2% salt baths. By the study's end, 80% of 
the patients reported less pain; 70% experienced improved mobility and 60% were 
able to decrease their use of analgesics. Dr. J. Arndt 2 studied the effect of Dead 
Sea salt baths on psoriasis. Fifty patients were treated for 3 - 4 weeks, with 3 - 4 
baths per week. In as little as 1 week, many patients treated with a 10% salt 
concentration in their baths experienced marked improvement. This improvement 
included relief from itching, sleep disturbances, and skin scaling. Treatment with 
Dead Sea Salts is not associated with any side effects.

1. Machtey, Dr. I. 1982, Dead Sea Balneotherapy in Osteoarthritis, Proc. 
International Seminar on Treatment of Rheumatic Diseases.

2. Arndt, Dr. J. 1982, Salt from the Promised Land Helps Psoriasis Patients, 
Arztliche Praxis, 34(48).

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