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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, helping relax muscle stiffness and supporting skin hydration.

Magnesium ion: Main Effects & Top 5
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667.1 mg/kg
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Shijo Kawaramachi Onsen Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei
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, helping relax muscle stiffness and supporting skin hydration.

Main Effects

  • Muscle tension reliefMagnesium ions are absorbed through the skin and may help ease muscle stiffness. By regulating the release of neurotransmitters, magnesium can help relax muscle tension and promote physical comfort.
  • 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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Top 5 by Content

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* Top 5 by mineral content matching the filters among onsen analysis records registered in this app

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