That ALL Day Throbbing Headache Magnesium/MSM Lotion
- Lab testedThird-party, every batch
- Small-batch promiseSmall runs, never mass-produced
- Free U.S. shippingOn orders over $100
- 4.98★ · 1,239 reviewsVerified by Judge.me
Of the supplements tested for head comfort, magnesium was the only one a 14-trial network meta-analysis found meaningfully improved severity scores. That evidence is for capsules. This is the same mineral, on the neck and shoulder muscles that carry the load.
For desk necks, screen shoulders and occasional head tension. One 3 oz jar of the shared Magnesium/MSM base.
- Zechstein Magnesium
- MSM
- Organic Shea Butter
- Lab Tested Hemp Seed Oil
- No Fillers
Why people use it
- Applied where the tension is. Base of the skull, back and sides of the neck, tops of the shoulders, upper back. Keep it away from the eyes.
- Magnesium and head comfort. A network meta-analysis of 14 trials found magnesium the one supplement that meaningfully improved head-comfort severity scores. That evidence is for capsules; this jar is the topical form of the same mineral.
- Posture is the other half. Every inch your head goes forward adds 10 more pounds to the cervical spine. Releasing the chest, subscap, and then the upper and mid back can align the neck, head, and shoulders in a way that brings MASSIVE blood flow to the brain. Use this lotion to get things manageable, then jump on Josh and Sarah's Free Foam Rolling and Stretching School.
- Magnesium chloride on the skin. A four-week study applying magnesium chloride twice daily to the limbs reported improved day-to-day comfort scores. See the research drop-down.
- Same base as the rest of the line. Zechstein magnesium chloride and MSM in organic shea butter and lab-tested hemp seed oil.
What you're getting (approximate)
Per 1 teaspoon (topical). Applied to the skin, so this is the magnesium in each teaspoon of lotion, not an oral dose.
| Nutrient | Per serving | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Magnesium | ~280 mg | Label |
Owner-stated figure for the lotion base.
How to use
- I love using it all over my skull, through the front and back of the neck, all over the shoulders, armpit region (it also helps with body odor), and upper back. Even a little toss on the back of the neck where it meets your skull can make a huge difference.
- Support the pain and discomfort, then work to align your posture to give relief to that region.
- Keep it off the eyelids and out of the eyes. Near the hairline it can migrate with sweat.
- Start with a thin layer, a teaspoon or less. A little goes a long way.
- Patch test a small area and give it 24 hours before you make it a daily habit.
- BY POPULAR DEMAND, ALL of our Magnesium/MSM lotions come in High Potency for the same low price. Get all the best benefits in any of our lotions.
- We recommend using it around your chest for the aromatic side or on the bottom of your feet for maximum absorption throughout the entire body.
- Most absorptive areas of the body: bottom of the feet hits the entire body for men and women. Thighs are the second most absorptive spot for women. Forearms are the second most absorptive spot for men. Use these if you need to use more lotion and the feet or other areas are already covered.
- All of our Magnesium/MSM Lotions are safe for any adult to use. They should also be safe for just about any 5-12 year old. For our children under 2 years old, we normally only use the Zanex or Sleep Zzz in very small amounts. Zanex and Sleep Zzz are the only lotions we recommend for pregnancy, but all the lotions are safe for breastfeeding.
- These lotions last a long time, but since I use absolutely no fillers, it's best to warm the lotion back up and mix it back together from time to time if you aren't using all the lotion before it separates. I recommend setting the lotion in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes at a time until the lotion has melted down and then mixing it with a milk frother. Sometimes you'll have to warm it up more than once to get it soft enough to mix. Generally, keep it stored in a cool, dry place and mix it back together if it does separate. For potency, use this lotion within 12 months of opening it.
Sourcing & making
Our entire lineup of Magnesium and MSM Lotions has a base of mostly Shea Butter, Hemp Seed Oil, Zechstein Magnesium, and MSM, so you can use any of them topically to support pain, discomfort, tight muscles, joint issues, low magnesium, cramps, energy, and so much more. The only difference between the lotions is the essential oils included in each blend specifically. I source high-grade oils and blend specific oils to help with certain ailments. There is about 280mg of Magnesium in each teaspoon of lotion. Every jar is organic shea butter, lab-tested hemp seed oil, genuine Zechstein magnesium chloride, my deuterium-depleted distilled water, MSM, beeswax, and the essential oil blend.
Full ingredients
- 100% Pure Organic White/Yellow Shea Butter
- Lab Tested Hemp Seed Oil
- Genuine Zechstein Magnesium Chloride
- My Deuterium-Depleted Distilled Water
- MSM
- White/Yellow Beeswax
- Essential Oil Blend
Who it's for
- Desk and screen workers who finish the day tight through the neck and shoulders
- People already doing posture and mobility work who want something on the muscle
- Anyone who wants a jar to keep by the desk for the neck and shoulders
Testing & quality
Every product is lab tested. Certificates of analysis on request, about a 2-week turnaround.
What can I use it for? (from Josh)
Coming from someone who had migraines most of my life and having a mother who would get them for 30 days straight, this lotion was something I wish we had back then. Does it cure Migraines? No, in fact, I spent around 40,000 hours in my physical therapy career educating people on things like this and how the muscular and structural systems dictate how much we feel them, if at all.
What does this lotion do? These things are used as buffers to help the situation be more manageable. Magnesium can sometimes change how a headache feels pretty quickly, but that's when the headache's large contributor is tension. Magnesium relaxes tissues, so that can make a big difference in that particular situation, but using our foam rolling and stretching videos to ensure your posture is aligned is your best defense from any type of headache.
Every inch your head goes forward adds 10 more pounds to the cervical spine. If you look at yourself sideways in a mirror, you will probably notice your shoulders roll forward. This means you have more tension in your chest and armpit muscles than you do strength in your upper and mid-back. Releasing the chest, subscap, and then upper and mid back can align the neck, head, and shoulders in a way that brings MASSIVE blood flow to the brain. This alone helps overcome many of the sharp pains we can feel in that region.
Use this lotion to help get things to a point where you can manage them, but jump on the videos ASAP by getting yourself a black foam roller and joining Josh and Sarah's Free Foam Rolling and Stretching School.
What can I expect when using this product?
Magnesium relaxes tissues, so applying this lotion to any areas with pain, discomfort, tension, etc., should support them. Magnesium is responsible for 3751 protein/enzymes, and therefore, we can expect using this lotion will support those.
It's also used to make every unit of our energy, so using it topically skips the digestive tract and deposits the Magnesium directly into our blood. This is extremely helpful for those who can't handle much magnesium orally.
Many clients report feedback about the support it gives to their skin, energy, gut, anxiety, irritability, and overall mood, amongst other things.
The research behind the ingredients
Published research on the ingredients in this product, for education. These studies were not conducted on this product.
Genuine Zechstein Magnesium Chloride (magnesium)
Magnesium and head pain network meta-analysis, 2026
Frontiers in Nutrition · 2026 · meta-analysis · n=14 RCTs, 791 participants
In a network meta-analysis of 14 randomized trials in 791 people, oral magnesium was the only supplement that significantly reduced migraine severity (-3.56 points on a 0-10 scale) and carried the lowest risk of adverse events, while its effect on attack frequency was not significant.
Genuine Zechstein Magnesium Chloride (transdermal magnesium)
Transdermal magnesium chloride feasibility study, 2015
Journal of Integrative Medicine · 2015 · cohort · n=40 enrolled, 24 completed
In a four-week single-arm feasibility study of 40 women with fibromyalgia (24 completed), magnesium chloride spray applied to the arms and legs twice daily improved Revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire subscale and total scores at weeks 2 and 4 (total score P=0.001).
Genuine Zechstein Magnesium Chloride (transdermal magnesium)
Effect of transdermal magnesium cream on serum and urinary magnesium levels in humans: A pilot study
PLOS ONE · 2017 · RCT · n=25 enrolled, 24 completed
In a single-blind, parallel-group pilot trial of 25 adults, applying a magnesium cream supplying 56 mg of magnesium daily for two weeks raised serum magnesium by 8.54% versus 2.6% with placebo, reaching statistical significance only in the non-athlete subgroup.
Evidence note: Magnesium has a 14-trial network meta-analysis showing improved head-comfort severity scores, and a four-week feasibility study of a magnesium chloride spray reporting better day-to-day comfort. The head-comfort evidence is for oral magnesium taken over weeks, and how much magnesium crosses skin is still being worked out. Disclosing this blend's oils would let the cooling side be cited as well.
FAQ
Where do people put it?
Base of the skull, back and sides of the neck, tops of the shoulders and upper back. A thin layer. Keep it well away from the eyes and wash your hands afterward.
Why magnesium for the neck and shoulders?
Magnesium is the mineral muscle uses to relax between contractions, and a 14-trial network meta-analysis found it the one supplement that meaningfully improved head-comfort severity scores. That evidence is for capsules; this jar is the same mineral on the muscles that carry the load. Posture work is the other half - see the foam rolling and stretching school.
How much magnesium gets through skin?
A randomized trial saw serum magnesium rise after two weeks of daily magnesium cream. People use it for how it feels on tired muscles and skin - work it into a shoulder, a calf, or the bottoms of the feet.
Why did my jar separate?
No fillers and no heavy emulsifier, so the water and butter phases drift apart, faster in a warm bathroom. Sit the jar in hot water about 20 minutes, then remix with a milk frother. Repeat if it's still firm. Nothing is wrong with it.
Can kids use it? What about pregnancy?
All of our Magnesium/MSM Lotions are safe for any adult to use. They should also be safe for just about any 5-12 year old. For our children under 2 years old, we normally only use the Zanex or Sleep Zzz in very small amounts. Zanex and Sleep Zzz are the only lotions we recommend for pregnancy, but all the lotions are safe for breastfeeding.
Pairs well with
- That ALL Day Recovery + — for everything below the shoulders
- Magnesium Malate — the daytime magnesium you can actually count
- That ALL Day Deep Tissue — when the upper back needs more
Cautions
- All of our Magnesium/MSM Lotions are safe for any adult to use. They should also be safe for just about any 5-12 year old. However, for our children under 2 years old, we normally only use the Zanex or Sleep Zzz in very small amounts.
- Zanex and Sleep Zzz are the only lotions we recommend for Pregnancy, but all the lotions are safe for breastfeeding.
- For external use only. Keep it away from the eyes.
- These lotions last a long time, but since I use absolutely no fillers, it's best to warm the lotion back up and mix it back together from time to time if you aren't using all the lotion before it separates. This will happen more often if the lotion is stored in a bathroom setting where temperatures fluctuate up and down more often. Generally, keep it stored in a cool, dry place and mix it back together if it does separate. For potency, use this lotion within 12 months of opening it.
Lab Tested
Every product. COA on request, ~2 weeks.
Handmade
Blended in small batches; every jar is filler-free.
Nothing Hidden
Seven ingredients on the label. No fillers, no synthetic emulsifier, no added fragrance.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For external use only. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or managing a health condition.
- Lab testedThird-party, every batch
- Small-batch promiseSmall runs, never mass-produced
- Free U.S. shippingOn orders over $100
- 4.98★ · 1,239 reviewsVerified by Judge.me
Of the supplements tested for head comfort, magnesium was the only one a 14-trial network meta-analysis found meaningfully improved severity scores. That evidence is for capsules. This is the same mineral, on the neck and shoulder muscles that carry the load.
For desk necks, screen shoulders and occasional head tension. One 3 oz jar of the shared Magnesium/MSM base.
- Zechstein Magnesium
- MSM
- Organic Shea Butter
- Lab Tested Hemp Seed Oil
- No Fillers
Why people use it
- Applied where the tension is. Base of the skull, back and sides of the neck, tops of the shoulders, upper back. Keep it away from the eyes.
- Magnesium and head comfort. A network meta-analysis of 14 trials found magnesium the one supplement that meaningfully improved head-comfort severity scores. That evidence is for capsules; this jar is the topical form of the same mineral.
- Posture is the other half. Every inch your head goes forward adds 10 more pounds to the cervical spine. Releasing the chest, subscap, and then the upper and mid back can align the neck, head, and shoulders in a way that brings MASSIVE blood flow to the brain. Use this lotion to get things manageable, then jump on Josh and Sarah's Free Foam Rolling and Stretching School.
- Magnesium chloride on the skin. A four-week study applying magnesium chloride twice daily to the limbs reported improved day-to-day comfort scores. See the research drop-down.
- Same base as the rest of the line. Zechstein magnesium chloride and MSM in organic shea butter and lab-tested hemp seed oil.
What you're getting (approximate)
Per 1 teaspoon (topical). Applied to the skin, so this is the magnesium in each teaspoon of lotion, not an oral dose.
| Nutrient | Per serving | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Magnesium | ~280 mg | Label |
Owner-stated figure for the lotion base.
How to use
- I love using it all over my skull, through the front and back of the neck, all over the shoulders, armpit region (it also helps with body odor), and upper back. Even a little toss on the back of the neck where it meets your skull can make a huge difference.
- Support the pain and discomfort, then work to align your posture to give relief to that region.
- Keep it off the eyelids and out of the eyes. Near the hairline it can migrate with sweat.
- Start with a thin layer, a teaspoon or less. A little goes a long way.
- Patch test a small area and give it 24 hours before you make it a daily habit.
- BY POPULAR DEMAND, ALL of our Magnesium/MSM lotions come in High Potency for the same low price. Get all the best benefits in any of our lotions.
- We recommend using it around your chest for the aromatic side or on the bottom of your feet for maximum absorption throughout the entire body.
- Most absorptive areas of the body: bottom of the feet hits the entire body for men and women. Thighs are the second most absorptive spot for women. Forearms are the second most absorptive spot for men. Use these if you need to use more lotion and the feet or other areas are already covered.
- All of our Magnesium/MSM Lotions are safe for any adult to use. They should also be safe for just about any 5-12 year old. For our children under 2 years old, we normally only use the Zanex or Sleep Zzz in very small amounts. Zanex and Sleep Zzz are the only lotions we recommend for pregnancy, but all the lotions are safe for breastfeeding.
- These lotions last a long time, but since I use absolutely no fillers, it's best to warm the lotion back up and mix it back together from time to time if you aren't using all the lotion before it separates. I recommend setting the lotion in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes at a time until the lotion has melted down and then mixing it with a milk frother. Sometimes you'll have to warm it up more than once to get it soft enough to mix. Generally, keep it stored in a cool, dry place and mix it back together if it does separate. For potency, use this lotion within 12 months of opening it.
Sourcing & making
Our entire lineup of Magnesium and MSM Lotions has a base of mostly Shea Butter, Hemp Seed Oil, Zechstein Magnesium, and MSM, so you can use any of them topically to support pain, discomfort, tight muscles, joint issues, low magnesium, cramps, energy, and so much more. The only difference between the lotions is the essential oils included in each blend specifically. I source high-grade oils and blend specific oils to help with certain ailments. There is about 280mg of Magnesium in each teaspoon of lotion. Every jar is organic shea butter, lab-tested hemp seed oil, genuine Zechstein magnesium chloride, my deuterium-depleted distilled water, MSM, beeswax, and the essential oil blend.
Full ingredients
- 100% Pure Organic White/Yellow Shea Butter
- Lab Tested Hemp Seed Oil
- Genuine Zechstein Magnesium Chloride
- My Deuterium-Depleted Distilled Water
- MSM
- White/Yellow Beeswax
- Essential Oil Blend
Who it's for
- Desk and screen workers who finish the day tight through the neck and shoulders
- People already doing posture and mobility work who want something on the muscle
- Anyone who wants a jar to keep by the desk for the neck and shoulders
Testing & quality
Every product is lab tested. Certificates of analysis on request, about a 2-week turnaround.
What can I use it for? (from Josh)
Coming from someone who had migraines most of my life and having a mother who would get them for 30 days straight, this lotion was something I wish we had back then. Does it cure Migraines? No, in fact, I spent around 40,000 hours in my physical therapy career educating people on things like this and how the muscular and structural systems dictate how much we feel them, if at all.
What does this lotion do? These things are used as buffers to help the situation be more manageable. Magnesium can sometimes change how a headache feels pretty quickly, but that's when the headache's large contributor is tension. Magnesium relaxes tissues, so that can make a big difference in that particular situation, but using our foam rolling and stretching videos to ensure your posture is aligned is your best defense from any type of headache.
Every inch your head goes forward adds 10 more pounds to the cervical spine. If you look at yourself sideways in a mirror, you will probably notice your shoulders roll forward. This means you have more tension in your chest and armpit muscles than you do strength in your upper and mid-back. Releasing the chest, subscap, and then upper and mid back can align the neck, head, and shoulders in a way that brings MASSIVE blood flow to the brain. This alone helps overcome many of the sharp pains we can feel in that region.
Use this lotion to help get things to a point where you can manage them, but jump on the videos ASAP by getting yourself a black foam roller and joining Josh and Sarah's Free Foam Rolling and Stretching School.
What can I expect when using this product?
Magnesium relaxes tissues, so applying this lotion to any areas with pain, discomfort, tension, etc., should support them. Magnesium is responsible for 3751 protein/enzymes, and therefore, we can expect using this lotion will support those.
It's also used to make every unit of our energy, so using it topically skips the digestive tract and deposits the Magnesium directly into our blood. This is extremely helpful for those who can't handle much magnesium orally.
Many clients report feedback about the support it gives to their skin, energy, gut, anxiety, irritability, and overall mood, amongst other things.
The research behind the ingredients
Published research on the ingredients in this product, for education. These studies were not conducted on this product.
Genuine Zechstein Magnesium Chloride (magnesium)
Magnesium and head pain network meta-analysis, 2026
Frontiers in Nutrition · 2026 · meta-analysis · n=14 RCTs, 791 participants
In a network meta-analysis of 14 randomized trials in 791 people, oral magnesium was the only supplement that significantly reduced migraine severity (-3.56 points on a 0-10 scale) and carried the lowest risk of adverse events, while its effect on attack frequency was not significant.
Genuine Zechstein Magnesium Chloride (transdermal magnesium)
Transdermal magnesium chloride feasibility study, 2015
Journal of Integrative Medicine · 2015 · cohort · n=40 enrolled, 24 completed
In a four-week single-arm feasibility study of 40 women with fibromyalgia (24 completed), magnesium chloride spray applied to the arms and legs twice daily improved Revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire subscale and total scores at weeks 2 and 4 (total score P=0.001).
Genuine Zechstein Magnesium Chloride (transdermal magnesium)
Effect of transdermal magnesium cream on serum and urinary magnesium levels in humans: A pilot study
PLOS ONE · 2017 · RCT · n=25 enrolled, 24 completed
In a single-blind, parallel-group pilot trial of 25 adults, applying a magnesium cream supplying 56 mg of magnesium daily for two weeks raised serum magnesium by 8.54% versus 2.6% with placebo, reaching statistical significance only in the non-athlete subgroup.
Evidence note: Magnesium has a 14-trial network meta-analysis showing improved head-comfort severity scores, and a four-week feasibility study of a magnesium chloride spray reporting better day-to-day comfort. The head-comfort evidence is for oral magnesium taken over weeks, and how much magnesium crosses skin is still being worked out. Disclosing this blend's oils would let the cooling side be cited as well.
FAQ
Where do people put it?
Base of the skull, back and sides of the neck, tops of the shoulders and upper back. A thin layer. Keep it well away from the eyes and wash your hands afterward.
Why magnesium for the neck and shoulders?
Magnesium is the mineral muscle uses to relax between contractions, and a 14-trial network meta-analysis found it the one supplement that meaningfully improved head-comfort severity scores. That evidence is for capsules; this jar is the same mineral on the muscles that carry the load. Posture work is the other half - see the foam rolling and stretching school.
How much magnesium gets through skin?
A randomized trial saw serum magnesium rise after two weeks of daily magnesium cream. People use it for how it feels on tired muscles and skin - work it into a shoulder, a calf, or the bottoms of the feet.
Why did my jar separate?
No fillers and no heavy emulsifier, so the water and butter phases drift apart, faster in a warm bathroom. Sit the jar in hot water about 20 minutes, then remix with a milk frother. Repeat if it's still firm. Nothing is wrong with it.
Can kids use it? What about pregnancy?
All of our Magnesium/MSM Lotions are safe for any adult to use. They should also be safe for just about any 5-12 year old. For our children under 2 years old, we normally only use the Zanex or Sleep Zzz in very small amounts. Zanex and Sleep Zzz are the only lotions we recommend for pregnancy, but all the lotions are safe for breastfeeding.
Pairs well with
- That ALL Day Recovery + — for everything below the shoulders
- Magnesium Malate — the daytime magnesium you can actually count
- That ALL Day Deep Tissue — when the upper back needs more
Cautions
- All of our Magnesium/MSM Lotions are safe for any adult to use. They should also be safe for just about any 5-12 year old. However, for our children under 2 years old, we normally only use the Zanex or Sleep Zzz in very small amounts.
- Zanex and Sleep Zzz are the only lotions we recommend for Pregnancy, but all the lotions are safe for breastfeeding.
- For external use only. Keep it away from the eyes.
- These lotions last a long time, but since I use absolutely no fillers, it's best to warm the lotion back up and mix it back together from time to time if you aren't using all the lotion before it separates. This will happen more often if the lotion is stored in a bathroom setting where temperatures fluctuate up and down more often. Generally, keep it stored in a cool, dry place and mix it back together if it does separate. For potency, use this lotion within 12 months of opening it.
Lab Tested
Every product. COA on request, ~2 weeks.
Handmade
Blended in small batches; every jar is filler-free.
Nothing Hidden
Seven ingredients on the label. No fillers, no synthetic emulsifier, no added fragrance.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For external use only. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or managing a health condition.
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