Here’s why it is a must that you include sea salt in your beauty regime

Stuti Srivastava | Aug 17, 2017, 17:15 IST
Mined from the underground salt deposit, sea salt is nothing like the table salt one often uses as a home staple. Obtained from the evaporation of seawater, sea salt is crystals extracted from sedimentary deposits. Packed with sodium, magnesium, calcium and potassium, sea salt has beauty benefits that make it a must for you to include it in your daily beauty regime.

1) Sea salt can be used as a body scrub

Sea salt can be a great scrub for your entire body. The grains act as a natural exfoliator that helps get rid of dead and dry skin cells. The scrub leaves you with smooth and fresh skin. Apart from adding a healthy glow, sea salt also softens your skin.

2) Sea salt acts as a pore cleanser

Sea salt balances the oil production and helps in deep cleansing of pores. It also helps hold moisture from within. It helps prevent the growth of bacteria that stand responsible for acne and breakouts.

3) It is a good anti-dandruff treatment

Apart from checking on your dandruff, sea salt also helps stimulate blood flow. It absorbs excess oil and moisture and also prevents fungal growth on your scalp. Apart from promoting a healthy scalp, sea salt inhibits the root of dandruff.

4) Sea salt is also a bath salt

As told earlier, sea salt has absorbing qualities that can help get rid of dirt, grime, sweat and toxins from the body. The mineral content of sea salt restores protective barrier in the skin.

5) Include it in your manicure regime

Sea salt softens the cuticles and frees the nails from yellow stains. It strengthens the nails and prevents it from breaking too often.

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