THE SCIENCE

Magnesium oil: what the evidence really says

Magnesium oil is popular, pleasant and low-risk — but some of the claims run ahead of the research. Here's an honest look at where each one stands.

THE BIG QUESTION

Does magnesium oil actually absorb through your skin?

The claim the whole category depends on. Here's what the small amount of research found, why scientists still argue about it, and how to think about it.

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