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NOW Foods Supplements, Magnesium Glycinate 100 mg, Highly Absorbable Form, 180 Tablets
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NOW Foods Solutions, Magnesium Flakes, 100% Pure, from the Ancient Seabed, Highly Concentrated, 54-Ounce Review
Our verdict
NOW Foods' Magnesium Flakes package a concentrated, ancient-seabed-sourced mineral in a large 54-ounce container, marketed by the maker as a skin health soak rather than a capsule or tablet. At under $17, it is an accessible way to try a topical magnesium routine.
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Shoppers looking for a topical, dissolve-in-water magnesium option rather than a pill, capsule or powder meant to be swallowed.
Skip if
You want an oral magnesium supplement with a stated per-serving dose, since this listing centers on flakes marketed for skin health rather than something to swallow.
- Form Capsule
- Count 54.0 Ounce
- Flavor Natural
- Type Magnesium
- Diet Vegan, Vegetarian
- Benefits Skin Health
- Priced 25% below the category median ($21.67 across 108 tracked models)
Pros
- Concentrated, ancient-seabed-sourced magnesium flakes in a generous 54-ounce container
- Budget-friendly price for the package size
- Vegan and vegetarian labeling
- Very high 4.8 rating across 5,800 reviews
- Marketed for skin health rather than requiring pills or swallowing
Cons
- Not an oral capsule or tablet, so it will not suit shoppers wanting a swallowed daily supplement
- Listing does not specify a measured per-use serving amount
- No stated allergen information beyond the diet labeling
Our scorecard
4.8/5
overall
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 5,800 owner ratings
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Popularity3.0/5
5,800 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home health monitors: bathroom scales, blood pressure monitors, pregnancy and ovulation tests, thermometers, body composition monitors, stethoscopes, glucose monitors and pulse oximeters we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['NOW Foods markets this product as 100% pure magnesium flakes drawn from an ancient seabed, sold in a large 54-ounce container the company describes as highly concentrated. The labeling notes the formula fits vegan and vegetarian diets, and the maker frames the flakes around skin health rather than a typical swallowed capsule or tablet.', 'At a price of $16.19, it lands in the affordable range for a magnesium product of this size, and the natural labeling suggests no added flavoring, which fits its intended use as a soak rather than something to eat or drink. As with any supplement or topical mineral product, it is worth talking with a healthcare professional before adding it to a routine, particularly for anyone with sensitive skin or an existing health condition.', 'Buyer response is strongly positive, with a 4.8 rating from 5,800 reviews and roughly 4,000 units reportedly bought in the past month. That combination of a high rating and steady purchase volume suggests it consistently meets expectations for what it is marketed to do.']
Specifications
| Form | Capsule |
|---|---|
| Count | 54.0 Ounce |
| Flavor | Natural |
| Type | Magnesium |
| Diet | Vegan, Vegetarian |
| Benefits | Skin Health |
Performance notes
This product ships as magnesium flakes rather than a capsule, tablet, or gummy, packaged in a 54-ounce container the maker markets as highly concentrated and sourced from an ancient seabed. It carries vegan and vegetarian labeling and is marketed by NOW Foods for skin health, positioning it as a soak-style mineral product rather than a swallowed daily supplement.
What buyers say
A 4.8 rating from 5,800 reviews, paired with about 4,000 units bought in the last month, points to consistently positive buyer response for this topical magnesium format.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this magnesium meant to be swallowed like a pill?
No, this listing describes magnesium flakes marketed for skin health, not a capsule or tablet meant to be swallowed. If you want an oral magnesium supplement, look for a product specifically labeled as a capsule, tablet, gummy or powder meant for drinking.
What size container does it come in?
It is sold in a 54-ounce container, which the maker describes as a highly concentrated, ancient-seabed-sourced magnesium product.
Does it fit a vegan diet?
The label lists it as vegan and vegetarian friendly. As always, check current packaging and talk with a healthcare professional about any specific dietary needs.