What is Epsom Salt?
Epsom Salt is the common name for Magnesium Sulphate Heptahydrate (MgSO4.7H2O), a naturally occurring mineral compound that has been used in wellness and personal care applications for centuries. Cosmetic Grade Epsom Salt is distinguished from agricultural or industrial grade by its higher purity specification and absence of agricultural processing aids, making it suitable for direct skin contact in bath soaks, foot baths, body scrubs, and other spa and personal care applications.
Polychem Industries supplies Cosmetic Grade Epsom Salt to bath and body product manufacturers, spa product formulators, and wellness product companies across India and internationally. As consumer interest in at-home spa treatments and mineral bath products continues to grow, Cosmetic Grade Epsom Salt has become one of the most sought-after bulk cosmetic ingredients across both mass market and premium personal care product categories.
Available Grades
| Grade | Form | Purity | Standard | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic Grade | White crystalline granules/powder | 99.5%+ (Cosmetic Grade) | Cosmetic / Personal Care | Bath soaks, foot soaks, body scrubs, spa treatments |
Applications & Uses
Bath Soaks & Mineral Baths
The most iconic application. Epsom Salt dissolved in warm bath water provides a mineral-rich bathing experience, with consumers traditionally valuing it for muscle relaxation and overall skin feel, making it the foundational ingredient in bath soak and mineral bath product formulations.
Foot Soaks & Pedicure Products
Widely used in foot soak formulations and pedicure product ranges, where its coarse crystalline texture combined with skin-softening properties make it ideal for foot care products targeting callus softening and general foot wellness.
Body Scrubs & Exfoliants
Used as a physical exfoliant in body scrub formulations, where its crystalline particle structure provides effective mechanical exfoliation while dissolving cleanly in water without leaving residue on skin.
Spa & Wellness Products
Used across a broad range of spa and professional wellness products including salt wraps, body masks, and treatment products, capitalising on the strong consumer association of Epsom Salt with relaxation and muscle comfort.
Nail & Cuticle Care
Used in nail soaking treatments and cuticle care preparations, where soaking nails and cuticles in an Epsom Salt solution is a traditional preparation step for manicure and nail care routines.
Cosmetic Manufacturing Base
Used as a base ingredient and texture modifier in various cosmetic manufacturing applications where a water-soluble mineral crystal with skin-compatible properties is required.
Technical Specifications
Epsom Salt — Key Properties
Why Source Epsom Salt from Polychem Industries?
- Cosmetic Grade with purity specification suitable for skin contact
- Certificate of Analysis and MSDS provided on request
- White crystalline granules with uniform particle size for bath and scrub use
- Reliable bulk supply for bath, spa and personal care manufacturers
- Competitive pricing with consistent year-round availability
- Export documentation experience for international shipments
