The Many Benefits of Hot Springs

"Some minerals particularly have been associated with helping skin conditions, such as selenium and silica, in conditions like psoriasis and eczema," says Posina. "A study done in La Roche-Posay, France for patients with psoriasis showed improvement in the condition with a three-week balneotherapy [medicinal bathing] believed due to its rich selenium content."

Heather Nicole, a celebrity master esthetician, says that the high concentrations of sulfur in some hot springs (you know the smell!) can also be beneficial regarding the above skin conditions. "These higher amounts of sulfur ease itching or inflammation that is linked to psoriasis and eczema," she explains.

Of course, hot springs aren't replacement therapies for skin conditions.

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