SEA SALT AND SKIN HEALTH

The Dead Sea is recognized around the world for its benefits in the treatment of skin diseases, in particular psoriasis and dermatitis. Treatments at the Dead Sea have proven effective in the disappearance of lesions and the duration of remission (the two most significant effects for anyone dealing with these skin issues.) Out of 1233 patients that came from overseas, 742 people had a 100% improvement as a result of soaking in the seawater.  Over 89% of patients saw skin improvement of 80% or better.

SEA SALTS REDUCE SYMPTOMS

Psoriasis studies have revealed how Dead Seawater can reduce symptoms.  The basis of the benefits is the high level of mineral salts present in the seawater. They are believed to be responsible by slowing down the out of control cell division. Research has also found that Dead Seawater can reduce the symptoms of dermatitis.  The minerals as they exist in seawater are uniquely hygroscopic (tending to absorb moisture) and are capable of restoring moisture to the skin when in the correct setting.  What this means is the cell’s intracellular water capacity is enhanced and will contribute to the natural moisturizing factor of the skin. This can only work because the concentration of the minerals is hypertonic to the skin.

FROM [DEAD] SEA TO SHINING SEA

There is good news for those of us who live a half a world away from the Dead Sea.  The minerals which are found in the Dead Sea are also found in normal seawater, but at a lower concentration.  Recent studies have shown that the effectiveness of skin treatments is NOT altered by the difference in concentration.

Though the salts concentration of seawater is higher than the salts in our bodies, called hypertonic, the ionic composition in seawater and the human body is virtually the same.  The health benefits to the naturally hypertonic quality of seawater are great, because because our bodies closely match the ions found in the seas and are able to take-up and benefit from those. Medical research continues to show how seawater benefits and nourishes the skin.