Dead Sea Salt

INCI Name

Maris Sal

Botanical Name

None

Dead Sea Salt, or Maris Sal, is a naturally mineral-rich salt harvested from the Dead Sea. It contains high levels of magnesium, calcium, and potassium that help condition and restore the skin. Used in scrubs, soaks, and masks, it offers detoxifying, soothing, and remineralizing effects that leave the skin refreshed and balanced.

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Primary Function
Clay/Powder
Add'l Function
Abrasive/Exfoliant
Active
Scent Profile
Earthy
Mild
Is It Natural?
Natural Mineral
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Skin Type Suitability

All
Dry
Sensitive
Mature
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Typical Product Use

Exfoliant, skin conditioning agent, detoxifying agent, mineral replenisher

Product Type(s):

Scrub
Soak
Mask
General Use

Typical Usage Range:

1–10% (lower in facial or sensitive-skin formulas)

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Supportive Qualities

Replenishes essential minerals, supports skin barrier function, soothes irritation, promotes circulation, traditionally used for skin purification and relaxation

Primary Components:

Magnesium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium chloride, bromides, sodium chloride, trace minerals

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Important to Know

May cause irritation on open wounds or freshly shaved skin; avoid use on broken skin

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Sourcing Tips

Preferred Extraction Method:

Naturally evaporated mineral salt crystallization

Choose unrefined, mineral-rich salt from certified Dead Sea sources; avoid blends diluted with standard sea salt

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More information*

Explore additional safety and regulatory data from trusted external sources:

Cosmetics Info
Cosmetic Ingredient Review
EWG's Skin Deep
INCIDecoder
SkinSAFE
SpecialChem

*The ingredient details on this page are intended for general educational use and should not be considered exhaustive. Additional properties, uses, or safety considerations may be available from other sources. Root & Ritual Apothecary is not affiliated with Cosmetics Info, Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), INCIDecoder, SkinSafe, EWG Skin Deep, or SpecialChem. External links are provided solely for informational purposes; Root & Ritual does not control or guarantee the accuracy, methodology, or conclusions of third-party sources, including consumer rating systems such as EWG.