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Smelling salts release ammonia (NH3) gas, which triggers an inhalation reflex (that is, causes the muscles that control breathing to work faster) by irritating the mucous membranes of the nose and lungs. Although these hypothetical mechanisms have been discussed, it is likely that smelling salts are not effective.
It aids in cleansing the dirt, sweat and toxins away leaving you with soft and fresh-looking skin. Salt water has been known to help improve common skin irritations and problems such as minor rashes, skin allergies from insect bites and soften calluses on feet. Salt water is a common ingredient that spas use for their head to toe treatments. Research shows that salt water can help in treating acne.