Milk of Magnesia
Also referred to as magnesium hydroxide, this inorganic compound has a certain milk-like appearance, from which it has earned its name. It’s commonly used in antacids because of its ability to neutralize stomach acid and also as antiperspirant in deodorants. Other uses of this compound include:
- Cure against canker sores when used topically
- Folk remedy against dandruff
- Laxative for relief against constipation
- Relief for heartburn
- Relief for indigestion
- Relief for symptoms of seborrhea
- Neutralize acidic wastewaters
Milk of Magnesia Ingredients
This compound is referred to as an alkaline suspension, and goes through a lot of chemical process before it is formed.
- Magnesium salts
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Ammonium hydroxide
- Magnesium oxide
- Beryllium hydroxide
- Calcium hydroxide
- Barium hydroxide
- Strontium hydroxide
However, its main active ingredients remain to be magnesium hydroxide, with inactive ingredients such as sodium hypochlorite and purified water.
Milk Of Magnesia for Skin
People with oily skin greatly benefit from the alkaline characteristics of magnesium hydroxide. As such, there are many uses of this compound and several benefits such as:
- Prevents excess oil in skin
- Keeps pimples from sprouting
- Decreases the size of facial pores
- Prevents dirt from clogging in the pores
- Effective disinfectant for several types of skin rashes
Milk of Magnesia Acne Treatment
Magnesium hydroxide is also very effective as a treatment for acne.