The Benefits of Magnesium Cream vs. Sprays or Supplements

The Benefits of Magnesium Cream vs. Sprays or Supplements

If you're considering options to help with better sleep, muscle aches, restless leg, or pain relief, you may have heard about magnesium. It's a great mineral to help with a wide variety of bodily issues, but how you take it into your body can make a difference in its effectiveness. There are times when a magnesium supplement can be the right choice, such as for digestive issues. For most conditions, though, topical magnesium is the right choice.

Here's what to know about topical magnesium, its benefits, and why it's best to use creams instead of sprays.

Magnesium has Important Benefits

Magnesium is considered an essential mineral. It plays a significant role in more than 300 biochemical reactions in your body. Despite how important it is, though, a lot of people don't have enough magnesium in their body. That can come from stress, lifestyle, and diet. 

You can combat magnesium deficiency with supplementation, but you might not be sure which kind of supplement is the right one for your needs. There are oral magnesium supplements available, along with sprays and creams for topical application. Which one is right for you? Cream typically gives you significant benefits without the risks that come with sprays.

Before considering the different supplementation methods, it’s essential to understand why magnesium matters. This vital mineral supports areas of the body such as:

  • Muscle and nerve function
  • Heart health
  • Bone density
  • Energy production
  • Stress and anxiety reduction
  • Better sleep quality

With so many benefits, maintaining proper magnesium levels is crucial for overall health and well-being. When you have the right magnesium levels you can feel more comfortable and get more done in your day. 

Choose Topical Options for Best Results

Topical magnesium includes creams and sprays. Using topical methods allows magnesium to be absorbed through the skin, so it bypasses the digestive system. We use magnesium Chloride in our cream, which helps with pain relief, sleep, and much more. Choosing the right kind of magnesium is just as important as selecting the right delivery method. 

When you choose topical magnesium such as our Lunar Dreams Magnesium Cream, you can experience important benefits like:

  1. Bypasses the Digestive System:–If you have digestive issues such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or Crohn’s disease, you may have difficulty with oral magnesium. When you choose a cream application you can feel confident that it's being absorbed without relying on digestion.

  2. Reduces Gastrointestinal Side Effects: Oral magnesium supplements can sometimes cause bloating, diarrhea, and stomach upset. Our cream is absorbed through the skin, eliminating these potential side effects.

  3. Targets Muscle Aches and Cramps: Magnesium is known for its muscle-relaxing properties. When you apply our magnesium cream directly to sore muscles or cramp-prone areas it can provide fast relief compared to oral supplements.

  4. Supports Relaxation and Sleep: Magnesium applied to your skin can promote relaxation and improve your sleep quality, especially when it's used as part of a bedtime routine.

  5. Improves Skin Health: Our magnesium cream contains additional ingredients like essential oils and aloe, which can benefit skin hydration and overall health.

We love our magnesium cream, and we know you will, too. While some companies also offer magnesium as a spray, we don't recommend this due to the concentrated nature of sprays. These can cause reactions and side effects to the application area because of their drying effect on the skin. Choosing cream reduces that risk and helps you easily rub the cream into the exact area where it will help you the most.

Oral Magnesium Is Not as Effective

Oral magnesium supplements come in various forms, including magnesium citrate, glycinate, oxide, and chloride. These supplements are widely available and have been the standard for increasing magnesium levels in people who are deficient in this mineral. They provide a measurable dosage, support overall magnesium levels, and come in a variety of options. 

However, even though oral supplements are widely available they aren't designed for immediate treatment of an affected area. When you have restless leg issues or muscle aches and need pain relief, topical cream targets the area right away. That can relax you and help you sleep, so you can feel rested and get more done the next day. 

Our Magnesium Cream is a Best-Seller

When you're choosing between topical and oral magnesium options it's an easy decision. Oral supplements can cause digestive upset, and sprays can irritate your skin. Cream is the right choice, and our Lunar Dreams Magnesium Cream is a best-seller for good reason. With 25,000mg of quality magnesium per 4-oz jar, you're getting an estimated dose of 125 mg per tablespoon of cream. 

Our cream can help with muscle aches and cramps, improve pain relief, and reduce restless leg symptoms, so you can get some sleep and feel rested and refreshed the next day. You'll also avoid digestive issues, because our cream is absorbed through the skin and won't upset your stomach. When you're looking for a great magnesium cream to add to your bedtime routine, or for any time you need pain relief, Lunar Dreams is the right choice for you.

Find the Right Products for Your Skin Today

When you choose our Lunar Dreams Magnesium Cream you get the benefit of quality, topical magnesium along with great-smelling and skin-enhancing essential oils like Lavender, Chamomile, Ylang Ylang, Sandalwood, Rue, Sweet Marjoram and Copaiba. We also add Aloe, Jojoba Oil & Colloidal Oat Extract to our creams, for a lightweight and hydrating moisturizer. You deserve good sleep and pain relief, and our magnesium cream is here to help.

While you're shopping for magnesium cream to soothe your muscles or improve your bedtime routine, consider our other products, such as aromatherapy and handmade soaps, to you can add more high-quality options to your skincare routine and feel hydrated, nourished, and comforted all day long. Have a question? We can help with that, too! Get in touch with us today at Zen Zalea Botanicals and we'll be happy to help you find the best products for your needs.

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