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This multi-talented mineral can become the new star of your skincare routine.

Salt is not just for food. Find out how this multi-talented mineral can become the new star of your beauty routine.

Mineral salt, as opposed to table salt, can do wonders for your skin. Packed with minerals such as magnesium, potassium and calcium, the various mineral salts available, including Dead Sea, Himalayan Pink and Epsom salt (which is not technically a salt, but magnesium sulfate), can play a variety of roles in your skincare routine. When mixed with an oil like almond or oilve, mineral salts make a great body scrub to exfoliate dead skin cells. They can also be added to the bath to help restore the skin barrier and soothe skin irritations. Hair sprays with mineral salts also help to add texture to the hair.