{"product_id":"betteryou-magnesium-flakes-mineral-bath-flakes-1kg","title":"BetterYou Magnesium Flakes Mineral Bath Flakes - 1kg","description":"\u003cp class=\"lede\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetterYou Magnesium Flakes are pure Zechstein magnesium chloride bath flakes for a relaxing soak after exercise or a long day, in a resealable 1kg pouch sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBath flakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1kg resealable pouch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium chloride hexahydrate (Zechstein source)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBath amount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250g per bath (about 4 baths per pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFree from\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParabens, synthetic colours and fragrances, preservatives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; Vegetarian Society approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who enjoy a magnesium bath or foot soak after exercise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for an unscented bath soak to unwind in the evening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose who prefer a vegan, fragrance-free bath product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not for use on broken, damaged or irritated skin, and not to be taken by mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBath: dissolve 250g (about 2 cups) in a warm bath and soak for at least 20 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoot soak: dissolve 150g (about 1 cup) in around 5 litres of warm water and soak for 20 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2 to 3 times a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReseal the pouch straight after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much do I use per bath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 250g, about 2 cups, in a warm bath, or 150g for a foot soak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many baths does 1kg make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 250g per bath, the pouch makes about 4 baths, or about 6 foot soaks at 150g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the flakes tingle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA slight tingling can happen the first few times; BetterYou says it should pass with regular use. Stop if irritation occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it the same as Epsom salt?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Epsom salt is magnesium sulphate; these flakes are magnesium chloride.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it in pregnancy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBetterYou advises checking with your GP or midwife first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSafety and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor external use only; do not take by mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid contact with the eyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use on damaged or broken skin; stop use if irritation occurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry place and reseal the pouch, as the flakes absorb moisture; use within 12 months of opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of the reach and sight of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much do I use per bath?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Use 250g, about 2 cups, in a warm bath, or 150g for a foot soak.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How many baths does 1kg make?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"At 250g per bath, the pouch makes about 4 baths, or about 6 foot soaks at 150g.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Why do the flakes tingle?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A slight tingling can happen the first few times; BetterYou says it should pass with regular use. 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