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Magnesium ion: Main Effects & Top 5

Published May 5, 2026·1min read

Magnesium ion (Mg²⁺) is easily absorbed transdermally during bathing and is said to help relax muscle stiffness and support skin hydration.

Magnesium ion: Main Effects & Top 5
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1191.0 mg/kg
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Kayama Onsen Yakushi no Yu
Table of Contents
  1. What is Magnesium ion?
  2. Main Effects
  3. Magnesium ion Top 5 Hot Springs

What is Magnesium ion?

Magnesium ion (Mg²⁺) is easily absorbed transdermally during bathing and is said to help relax muscle stiffness and support skin hydration.

Main Effects

  • Said to ease muscle tension
  • Skin moisture retentionWhen absorbed into the stratum corneum, the skin's outermost layer, magnesium ions can supplement the function of your skin's Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF). This helps improve the skin's ability to retain moisture, leaving it feeling hydrated.
  • Nerve calming effectMagnesium may help calm the nervous system by influencing the body's GABA system. This promotes the dominance of the parasympathetic nervous system, which is associated with a state of rest, thereby enhancing feelings of relaxation.

Magnesium ion Top 5 Hot Springs

Top 5 hot springs registered on this site with the highest content.

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