Can you put your face in the Dead Sea?

Unlike ducking your head in a pool or even the ocean, the saline waters of the Dead Sea can cause a really painful burning in your eyes. It's also not advised as the density of the water can drag your head down. Save the Dead Sea for floating and when it's time to rinse your face, head for the showers.



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Unlike ducking your head in a pool or even the ocean, the saline waters of the Dead Sea can cause a really painful burning in your eyes. It's also not advised as the density of the water can drag your head down. Save the Dead Sea for floating and when it's time to rinse your face, head for the showers.

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The high salinity can irritate the eyes and skin if exposed for too long. Additionally, because of its density, you may be unable to lift your head back out of the water if you submerge too deeply.

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Don't Splash or Dive The water is so salty that literally nothing can survive in it. That's why it's called the Dead Sea. So you want to be sure to avoid the water getting in your eyes or nose at all costs.

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While full of therapeutic minerals, the water is toxic to ingest. That didn't stop 28 swimmers from swimming nine miles (14.5 kilometres) across it, from Jordan to Israel, in the first-ever Dead Sea Swim.

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Also, due to its antioxidant properties, it helps prevent the creation of free radicals in the body on exposure to the sun. All these minerals are plentiful in the Dead Sea, making it a popular destination for tourists seeking healing and relief from ailments like skin irritation, psoriasis and body ache.

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Fact: You can – and you should. Pads might not be the best option, since they'll absorb water till they're soaked, and could get weighed down or fall out. Plus, they might be visible through your bathing suit. On the other hand, tampons are convenient and safe to use in water.

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While full of therapeutic minerals, the water is toxic to ingest. That didn't stop 28 swimmers from swimming nine miles (14.5 kilometres) across it, from Jordan to Israel, in the first-ever Dead Sea Swim.

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What happens if you swim in the Dead Sea for too long? If you stay in the Dead Sea for too long, the high salt concentration may dry out and irritate your skin, and if ingested, can cause discomfort.

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Soaking Time Because the water is so salty, it's incredibly dehydrating so you'll only want to soak in the sea for a max 10-15 minutes. I know this might not seem like enough time…but believe me, it is!

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How long should I spend in the Dead Sea region? There isn't much to do in the area itself, so a day trip or a day and one night will be plenty of time to relax and enjoy floating in the Dead Sea.

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