Soak away sore muscles: Pour at least 2 cups of epsom salt under warm, running bath water. Soak for 20 minutes, and let the rich minerals absorb through the skin, offering relief to sore muscles. Reduce the swelling of sprains and bruises: Mix a handful of epsom salt with a handful of your favorite body wash. Gently massage mixture onto skin to slough away dry patches, revealing a healthier-looking complexion. Soothe muscles and body pains: Create a soothing paste by dissolving a handful of epsom salt into a cup of hot water and cool the solution in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. Clean the skin before applying the paste to the affected area. © Parfums de Coeur Instructions To soak away sore muscles: Pour at least 2 cups of Dr Teal's Epsom salt under warm, running bath water. Soak for 20 minutes, and let the rich minerals absorb through the skin, offering relief to sore muscles. To exfoliate your skin: Mix a handful of Dr Teal's Epsom salt with a handful of your favorite body wash. Gently massage mixture onto skin to slough away dry patches, revealing a healthier-looking complexion. To relieve sprains and stings: Add 1 cup of Dr Teal's Epsom salt to 1 quart of warm water. Immerse a wash cloth in the solution, then wring out excess water. Apply the warm wash cloth to the affected area until the wash cloth is no longer warm. Repeat two or three times to help reduce pain and swelling. Warnings Safety Warning: Hot or warm soaks should not be used by individuals with diabetes, except on advice of physician. Individuals with lactose intolerance or other milk related allergies should not use this product except on the advice of a physician. For external use only. Do not ingest. Use only as directed. Keep out of the reach of children. If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Consult a physician if irritation persists.