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Tincup
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Not long ago, I think, I saw a post mentioning the low price of epsom salt- where to buy it- and I think it mentioned you can buy a 50 pound bag of it?

I can't find the post I think I saw, so does anyone remember or know where epsom salt can be purchased cheaply?

Thanks!!!

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Tincup
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And probably everyone knows this already, but I don't get out much....

I found lavender scented epsom salt.

Haven't used it yet, but I have added lavender oil to tub and it is relaxing.

Got it at Rite Aid in Delaware, on sale.

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James1979
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Word, Tin. I got cho back.

http://flash.lymenet.org/ubb/ultimatebb.php/topic/3/28397#000000

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Pam08
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I checked out the link James posted (thanks james!) and I didn't know epsom salts came in different grain sizes. Is it best to get fine, medium or coarse for epsom salt baths?

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Tincup
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James,

Thanks mon! Glad you found it! I was looking in the medical section and missed it entirely!

Much appreciated!

[Big Grin]

Pam08- I really don't know what grain is best. I have purchased the salts from a docs office in the past and it was course grain.... if that helps? My guess is just be sure they are dissolved.

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James1979
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I would guess that coarse grain is best.

Fine grains = more surface area = will absorb moisture from the air faster.

Plus usually it doesn't take too long for the coarse grains to dissolve in a bathtub or foot bath.

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lymeboy
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I wish I had a bathtub. I miss the epsom baths.

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Pam08
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Thanks! Course grain it is then :-)

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MannaMe
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We get ours from a farm supply place - 50 lb bags for $21.

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Tincup
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Best price I've seen yet. Move over cows and horseys- I'm headed your way to fill my bucket full.

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Thanks Manna!

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Tincup
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Manna Me...

It was you! Thanks for the tip. I just posted this on another post, but want to thank you for the suggestion.

[Big Grin]

"I also wanted to mention, after going to several pharmacies and stores and checking prices...

I went to a farm supply store and the epsom salts were, as someone suggested, much cheaper there.

I paid $1.33 per pound. It was sold in 4 lb bags. It may be cheaper in larger quantities too, but I was in a hurry and didn't ask if they could order it that way.

I also didn't ask if it was sold with lavender scent, as I could imagine the response I'd get...

"We never noticed the horses preferred lavender scented salts to soak their hoofs in over the regular salts."

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Lymetoo
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Wish I could send you mine!! Not worth the postage!!!

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