Magnesium chloride is not a new ingredient. It has been studied and used in topical applications for decades, and the reasons are straightforward: it is one of the most bioavailable forms of magnesium available, with a smaller molecular size than magnesium sulfate — the form found in Epsom salt — meaning more of it is absorbed through the skin and retained by the body for longer.
Magnesium itself is involved in hundreds of enzymatic processes in the body. It plays a central role in muscle and nerve function, is known to support the regulation of neurotransmitters like GABA that calm the nervous system, and is involved in the management of sleep hormones like melatonin. Topically, magnesium chloride is known for its ability to help ease muscle tension — applied directly to areas of soreness or cramping, it helps draw calcium out of muscle fibers so they can relax. For skin, magnesium chloride has been studied for its ability to help soothe redness and irritation, support sebum balance, and benefit those dealing with conditions like eczema or psoriasis.
The challenge with many topical magnesium products is that magnesium on its own — in oil or spray form — can leave skin feeling tight and dry. Grass-fed tallow addresses that directly. Tallow has a fatty acid composition that mirrors the natural oils of human skin, absorbs readily without sitting on the surface, and acts as a rich carrier for the magnesium that prevents the drying effect rather than compounding it.
Whipping transforms the texture from a dense solid into something light, airy, and easy to apply — easy to scoop, easy to work into a specific area, and comfortable on the skin in a way that a stick or heavy balm isn't.
This is the unscented version — no fragrance, no colorant. Packaged in frosted glass jars with metal lids in two sizes. The glass is reusable, making it a more sustainable option than a single-use plastic container.
- Magnesium chloride and grass-fed tallow base
- Magnesium chloride is more bioavailable than magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt)
- Tallow helps prevent the drying effect common in topical magnesium products
- Magnesium chloride is known to support muscle relaxation, sleep, and skin comfort
- Unscented and uncolored
- Light, airy whipped texture
- Available in small and large frosted glass jars with metal lids
- Made in small batches by hand