Natural Magnesium Supplements

My personal magnesium routine

I first discovered magnesium at the Sydney Organic Expo in 2013, I met the owners of Amazing You (they were called Amazing Oils back then) and Elektra, I tried both a roll on gel and bath flakes that day, and that night I had the best sleep of my life. That was really how my love for magnesium started.

A warm magnesium bath after work is still my favourite way to wind down, especially after a long day at the warehouse. I always put a pinch of food grade flakes in my filtered drinking water, and I love using magnesium cream on my son's legs at night to help with his growing pains. There are so many more magnesium options now, it can be hard to know where to start, but after using and selling magnesium for over 10 years, here are 7 of my favourites.

7 of my favourite magnesium products

1. 1

   Elektra Magnesium Chloride Flakes Food Grade

   These are the best magnesium chloride flakes. They are food grade so not only does the body absorb all that elemental magnesium when you soak in them, you can also add a few flakes to your water and drink. It makes the water taste nice & soft too.

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2. 2

   Elektra Magnesium Mineral Chloride Water Supplement

   This is a pure magnesium chloride concentrate that you add to water to turn it into a completely natural electrolyte drink for a hydration boost. I add 6-10 drops to my water every day!

   Nectarine rating 3/3
3. 3

   Amazing You Daily Magnesium Gel Roll On 60ml

   An oldie but a goodie! A must have carry everywhere magnesium gel. This was the first Magnesium product I ever used and still use it today over 10 years on. Just rub it over anywhere that's sore or stiff or if you need a boost of energy or a moment of calmness.

   Nectarine rating 3/3
4. 4

   MooGoo Muscle Magic Magnesium Moisturiser 120g

   This is the best magnesium cream for sleeping, my 15yo son and I are both obsessed with it. It's fragrance free, and has absolutely no sticky residue. I rub this on his growing legs at night and we both fall asleep so fast afterwards.

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5. 5

   Green Nutritionals Marine Magnesium 260mg 120 Caps

   This is a really clean ocean sourced magnesium supplement in a glass jar, sourced from Irish Atlantic seawater, providing 260mg elemental magnesium with 74 plant-source minerals. Great to have on hand.

   Nectarine rating 3/3
6. 6

   Amazing You Magnesium Nightly Wellness Drink 200g

   This is a magnesium glycinate supplement (very gentle for the tummy) each serve provides 37.2% of our daily requirement. It also has passion flower and ashwagandha which are amazing for sleep, it makes the best after dinner relaxation treat

   Nectarine rating 3/3
7. 7

   Amazing You Ugly Bits Stick Blemish Correction 15ml

   This is a spot treatment for the skin. It’s a concentrated blast of pure magnesium chloride that targets blemishes and other imperfections. When it first launched, it was very controversial because of the name, but it has stood the test of time. I use it on the pigmentation that pops up on the backs of my hands and on little breakouts.

   Nectarine rating 3/3

What's the difference between magnesium flakes and Epsom salts?

Magnesium flakes are magnesium chloride, while Epsom salts are magnesium sulphate. They look almost identical in the bag, but they are very different. Magnesium chloride carries 15 to 16% elemental magnesium compared to Epsom salts which has just 9 to 10%. Epsom salts are man made and can also be drying on the skin, while pure magnesium chloride is naturally sourced. This is why I don't sell Epsom salts at Clean Nectarine. Want to know more? I've written this blog on The Difference Between Magnesium Flakes & Epsom Salts.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use, if symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional.