Skin Benefits of Hot Mineral Spring Soaks

Soaking in a hot mineral spring feels wonderful for both the mind and body. But aside from feeling rejuvenated, are there any ways mineral springs benefit you physically? In particular, are hot springs good for your skin? Let’s find out.

Is Mineral Water Good for Your Skin?

As its name suggests, mineral water is rich with minerals, many of which benefit your skin. In fact, some minerals actually help make up your skin’s structure, while others have important biological functions. And while you can take in minerals through your diet, soaking in them is an excellent way to deliver them directly to your skin.

In What Ways Are Hot Springs Good for Your Skin?

Bathing in hot mineral springs has far-reaching benefits for your entire body. For your skin in particular, hot springs could hold the following advantages:

• Boost hydration to make your skin softer and more supple.
• Minimize inflammation, especially when caused by skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.
• Control UV damage through antioxidants which neutralize the free radicals that harm your skin.

These benefits are noteworthy on their own, but when we consider the ways in which specific minerals improve your skin’s wellness, the advantages are even more compelling.

Mineral Water Benefits for Skin

While there are many micronutrients our bodies use for everyday functions, there are some minerals in particular that benefit our skin in profound ways. Here are a few of the standout minerals in our springs that can play a role in supporting healthier skin.

Silica

Also known as silicon dioxide, silica is found naturally in rivers, quartz, sand, and even volcanic magma. Historically, the material has been leveraged for its strengthening properties, and is commonly found in cement and asphalt. It’s therefore no surprise that it helps keep things together in our bodies, too.

As an essential building block, silica is responsible for the flexibility and structure of our connective tissues, as well as protection for our organs. Because it bonds with proteins such as collagen, it also plays a role in your skin’s vitality — which is why soaking in our silica-rich springs, like Iceland & Italy, can be so beneficial to your skin’s health.

Sodium

If your skin feels better after a day at the beach, it’s not your imagination: the sodium in salt water can act as a gentle exfoliator, sloughing away dead skin cells and opening your pores for a deep cleanse. In moderation, it could also dry out the bacteria that causes zits and reduce inflammation caused by acne. For the most sodium-rich experience available, head to the hypersaline waters of our Dead Sea Float Pool, and allow the ultra-nourishing benefits of the rich saltwater soak in.

Bicarbonate

Bicarbonate is a base, which your body uses to maintain a healthy pH balance. Also found in baking soda, bicarbonate is believed to have immense skin benefits. In fact, it’s recognized for its therapeutic properties by the National Eczema Association, and may also be helpful for conditions such as acne, psoriasis, insect bites, poison ivy, and certain fungal infections. Numerous pools on our property are rich in bicarbonate, including:

• Australia & Bali
• Japan & Korea
• Guatemala & Mexico

Magnesium

When it comes to mineral water benefits for skin health, we’d be remiss not to mention the merits of magnesium. Many people take the mineral orally for its potential mood-boosting and muscle health perks, but the micronutrient packs a powerful punch for skin health, too.

In your skin, magnesium is responsible for aiding in hydration and barrier repair, as well as supporting skin regeneration and cell turnover. Further, applying magnesium directly to your skin could minimize sun damage, calm rosacea, alleviate dryness, and enhance its overall appearance. This dynamic mineral is featured in the following regions:

• Dead Sea Float Pool
• Guatemala & Mexico
• Australia & Bali
• Japan & Korea

Potassium

Potassium is a potent electrolyte with several important jobs in our body. In terms of skin health, the mineral helps to maintain adequate hydration levels (which is why your skin looks dried out when you’ve been sweating a lot, thus losing potassium). As a component of our skin’s intercellular matrix, potassium also helps support its natural barrier function and shedding process. Find potassium-rich waters in:

• Australia & Bali
• Iceland & Italy
• Japan & Korea
• Guatemala & Mexico

While it’s clear that minerals are not only beneficial but actually essential to our skin health, the unique advantage of mineral springs is that these micronutrients actually work best when combined with warm water, which is exactly how you can enjoy them in our springs. Ths delivery method allows for optimal absorption, and because our springs contain several different minerals in one source, your skin can get a multitude of benefits from a single soak.

Relax at WorldSprings

At WorldSprings, we’re committed to providing the most serene, rejuvenating experience for adults. Set against the backdrop of Colorado’s hillside in the Rocky Mountains, our Iron Mountain Hot Springs boasts 32 pools, including a Dead Sea Float Pool, for a chance to experience waters from around the world. Our WorldSpring Dallas location in Texas features 46 pools – the perfect opportunity to try waters from Mexico, Japan, and even Australia and Bali. Are you ready to pamper your skin in a soothing hot mineral spring? Book your soak online now!