What The Dead Sea Mineral Compositions Do Bromide - relaxes the nervous system and acts as a soothing antiseptic. (There is 50 times more Bromide in salt from the Dead Sea than in any other sea salt) Magnesium - Increases cell vitality, speeds healing, protects the cardiovascular system by reducing stress. Is an antiallergic agent. (There is 15 times more Magnesium than other sea salt.) Iodine - Important for the correct functioning of the thyroid gland Calcium - Calms and assists with mineral balance, increases blood circulation and strengthens bones and nails. Sulfur - Necessary for synthesizing collagen and is a natural disinfectant. Potassium - regulates the electrical process of the muscles and nervous system, improves the flow of nutrients to cell membranes & balances skin moisture Selenium - protects cells against free radicals. Selenium is essential for the normal immune system and thyroid gland functions. Sodium - ions remove skin scales and improves permeability. Bitumen- a natural tar, acts as an anti-inflammatory agent. Our skin is the largest organ of the body. It easily absorbs these nutrients into the body's system to restore lost essential minerals, bring balance to the body's systems and reinforces the skins natural ability to renew and moisturize itself, giving you the utmost therapeutic experience, relaxation and pleasure. Directions for use General Use: Place 4-6oz of Dead Sea salts under hot to warm running bath water. Soak for 20 min; immerse head in water at least once during soak. Place towel compresses on face periodically. Soap or bath gel is not needed, as the salt minerals remove the redundant fat and any dirt. Follow with a warm shower rinse. To increase the effect of the salt, rest for half-an-hour to 1 hour under a warm blanket. Repeat the bath as often as desired. Note: For initial bath or after any type of Energy Therapy use 1 cup or more depending on the size of your tub.) You may also add Essential oils, massage or cooking oil for additional moisture and therapeutic benefits. To Detoxify, Relieve Stress, And Relax Tired Muscles:  Place 1 to 2 cups (8 to 16 oz. Depending on the size of your tub) of Mineral Salts under hot to warm running bath water. Follow directions above. Repeat the bath as often as desired. For other conditions or skin disorders such as Arthritis, Psoriasis, Eczema and Rheumatism, a higher concentration of Dead Sea Mineral Bath Salts may be used in the same manner as above. Generally you would increase the salt, 2 to 4 cups (16 to 32 oz.) per bath, three to four times a week for six weeks. Note: Because each person and each case is different this information may be accessed for more accuracy. E-mail include: Individuals Name (Include maiden name if married) Date of birth (preferred but not necessary) SHOWER SALTS Energy Works Dead Sea shower salts have the same life enhancing minerals as our Dead Sea salts. The difference is they are a much finer salt, (the texture of sand). To use, rub in a counter clockwise direction, then in a clockwise direction. Rinse off. For a soft glow and extra moisture, add 1 teaspoon (or more) of massage or cooking oil to 2 oz. of Salts. Essential oils may be added if desired. Caution: Use salt BEFORE shaving as skin may sting if used after shaving. Energy Works Shower salts may be custom blended to your specification or through "Spirits Choice".