Magnesium for Sleep, Stress, and Recovery

Magnesium for Sleep, Stress, and Recovery
Welcome back to the Skin Edit, where we discuss all things wellness and skincare. This week, we're focusing on magnesium: What is it, am I getting enough, and how can I use it to support my wellness?
Magnesium is an essential mineral that supports the body's overall wellness. It helps to regulate sleep cycles, stress hormones, and even muscle and nerve function. Despite its importance, magnesium deficiency is surprisingly common and can have negative effects on health and overall well-being.

How To Tell if You Need More Magnesium

Some common signs of magnesium deficiency or insufficiency include:

Trouble Sleeping

Magnesium helps regulate neurotransmitters that calm the nervous system and support healthy sleep cycles.

Muscle Cramps or Tension

Magnesium helps muscles relax after contraction. Low levels may lead to cramps or tightness.

Fatigue or Low Energy

Magnesium plays a key role in converting food into cellular energy.

Increased Stress or Anxiety

Magnesium supports the nervous system and regulates stress hormones.

Frequent Headaches

Magnesium supports blood vessel function and neurological health.

If you experience one or more of these symptoms, you may benefit from increasing your magnesium intake.

Transdermal Magnesium

Transdermal magnesium is the topical application of magnesium, where magnesium is applied to the skin rather than taken orally, allowing it to be absorbed through the skin into the body. Transdermal magnesium products can be applied directly to tense or sore areas, making it perfect for anyone who wants a targeted, gentle way to support their magnesium levels.

At Buffalo Gal, our transdermal magnesium products are designed to deliver the wellness benefits of magnesium while nourishing the skin with natural ingredients. By combining magnesium chloride with botanical extracts and organic butters and oils, our formulas hydrate and replenish the skin while delivering all the therapeutic benefits of magnesium.

Magnesium For Sore Muscles

Unwind is a botanical muscle relief lotion that combines the benefits of magnesium with soothing arnica. Arnica works to support tissue recovery and reduce inflammation, making it the ultimate boost for sore muscles. Eucalyptus and chamomile essential oils provide a calming, refreshing scent.

How to use: Massage a small amount into sore muscles. Absorbs best into clean skin.

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Magnesium for Sensitive Skin

Calm Balm is a pure, fragrance-free magnesium balm that supports overall wellness as well as the skin. Calm Balm starts with a base of grass-fed tallow, providing the skin with vitamins and hydration. Olive oil, castor oil, and calendula provide further hydration and soothe irritation, while magnesium chloride reduces inflammation and relaxes muscles. Calm Balm combines the benefits of a healing and restorative balm with magnesium, making it perfect for anyone with sensitive or dry skin.

How to use: Apply a small amount anywhere you feel dry, sore, or tense. Layer with a magnesium spray to enhance absorption.

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Magnesium for Stress and Anxiety

Chill Balm has all the benefits of Calm Balm and more. Chill Balm starts with the same base of grass-fed tallow to provide essential fatty acids and vitamins, plus magnesium chloride for deep relaxation. Blue Vervain provides extra support, working to calm nerves and support emotional balance. Lavender and Frankincense give Chill Balm a soothing aromatherapy boost, making it the perfect addition to any night routine.

How to use: Massage a small amount onto neck, shoulders, feet, or anywhere you feel tension. Take a deep breath and enjoy the calming effects.

To promote better sleep, apply a small amount to the bottom of your feet right before bedtime.

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Magnesium for Menopause and Hormones

Sacred Flow Balm was designed with hormonal balance in mind. Magnesium can reduce cramping and inflammation that could be caused by hormonal imbalances. Formulated with ashwagandha for its calming properties, red clover to support detoxification and hormonal balance, and natural essential oils to enhance lymph drainage and circulation, Sacred Flow is deeply restorative and perfect for monthly self-care rituals.

Calibrate is a fast-absorbing magnesium mist formulated to support adrenal balance and restore the body's natural rhythm. Reishi, Rhodiola, and Maca act as an adaptogenic complex to support hormone and adrenal balance. Blue Vervain provides an added layer of calm.

How to use: Apply a small amount of Sacred Flow Balm to the neck, shoulders, bottom of feet, or anywhere you feel tense or sore. Layer a few sprays of Calibrate on top for fast-acting relief from hormonal symptoms.

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Magnesium for Better Sleep

Zen Remedy Sleep Spray is infused with magnesium chloride, blue vervain for its calming properties, and floral hydrosols for a soothing, hydrating application. Zen Remedy restores peace and supports hormone balance, making it the perfect recipe for a good night's sleep.

How to use: Spray Zen Remedy on the neck, shoulders, bottom of feet, or anywhere you feel tense. Use on top of a magnesium balm for an amplified effect.

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As always, stay well and stay beautiful.

The Buffalo Gal Team

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