Finding the Calm through Menopause
How Topical Magnesium can support your body
Menopause is one of those life chapters that can arrive gently… or not so gently.
Menopause is one of those life chapters that can arrive gently… or not so gently. Hot flushes, disrupted sleep, changes in mood, and tension can leave you feeling out of sync with yourself. And while this transition is completely natural, it doesn’t mean you have to navigate it without support.
At Drift Away, my focus is always on helping women feel grounded and cared for. One simple, natural tool that many women find soothing during menopause is topical magnesium.
This gentle mineral can bring comfort, balance, and calm during a stage when your body is adjusting and shifting.
Why Magnesium Helps During Menopause
Magnesium plays a role in hundreds of processes in the body — from sleep regulation and nervous system support to muscle function and temperature balance. During menopause, when hormones fluctuate, your magnesium needs often increase.
Many women find that magnesium may help to:
Support temperature regulation and ease hot flushes
Soothe the nervous system and reduce anxious, overwhelmed moments
Improve sleep quality
Reduce muscle tension and support joint comfort
Promote hormonal balance and overall wellbeing
It’s not a magic fix, but it can take the edge off some of the symptoms many women experience.
The Benefits of Using Magnesium on Your Skin
Applying magnesium topically allows your body to absorb it directly through the skin. This can make it fast-acting and easier on the digestive system.
Topical magnesium can help with:
Relaxing tight or cramping muscles
Reducing restless legs, especially at night
Cooling and calming hot flushes
Supporting deeper, more restorative sleep
Comforting the nervous system during moments of emotional intensity
It’s a simple way to support your body each day.
Drift Away Menopause Rituals You Can Try at Home
🌙 Evening Ritual for Better Sleep
After your evening shower or bath, massage a magnesium butter or cream into the soles of your feet.
This helps settle the nervous system and prepares the body for deep rest.
For restless legs or nighttime cramps, add a light spray of magnesium oil to your calves or thighs before bed.
🔥 In-the-Moment Relief for Hot Flushes or Anxiety
When you feel a hot flush rising or a moment of anxiety creeping in:
Spray magnesium oil across your tummy, hips, or the back of your neck
Take slow, grounding breaths
Allow the natural cooling sensation to help soothe your system
This can bring quick, gentle relief.
☀️ Daily Routine for Hormonal Balance
Using magnesium once or twice daily can help create a steady sense of support.
If you prefer essential oils, choose blends based on how you want to feel:
Lavender for relaxation
Peppermint for clarity and cooling
Sweet Orange for mood lifting
Apply to the legs, arms, chest, or tummy — wherever feels good for you.
Magnesium Oil vs Magnesium Butter
Magnesium Oil — Fast, Targeted SupportMagnesium oil absorbs quickly and is great when you want immediate relief.
Use it to:
Cool hot flushes
Ease tension
Settle restless legs
Support sleep
Magnesium Butter — Deep Nourishment & Calm
A soft, luxurious balm perfect for daily use.
Use it to:
Support sleep by massaging into your feet
Soothe tight or sore muscles
Add aromatherapy benefits to your routine
Create a moment of calm at the end of your day
Many women enjoy using both — oil for fast support, butter for daily nourishment.
A Note from Drift Away
Menopause is not something you need to fight through.
It’s a transition — a shift — and a powerful reminder to care for yourself with softness and intention.
Topical magnesium can be a calm, natural companion through this stage, helping you reconnect with your body, ease discomfort, and find moments of peace.
You deserve to feel supported, balanced, and understood — every step of the way.