While salt water can provide a whole slew of benefits for your skin if used correctly, dermatologists don’t advise using it (or really recommend it at all) since it may be extremely drying. However, if you do opt to use it, it can provide benefits such as smoothing, brightening, and reducing excess oil.

• Clears up acne: Salt water on your face can work to clean your pores deeply since it’s a physical exfoliant. “This may have the positive side effect of reducing acne,” explains Engelman.
• Eliminates excess oil: Buffing away dead skin cells, dirt, and other forms of build-up can help eliminate excess oil. “Washing with salt water can help to reduce excess oil, making it a good option for those with oily skin,” explains Garshick.
• Leaves the skin brighter and smoother: By exfoliating away dead skin cells, salt water may act as a mechanical exfoliant, which will leave the skin brighter and smoother, says Garshick.
• Reduces inflammation: Some of the minerals in salt water—like magnesium—may help reduce inflammation.1 For this reason, Garshick says that it may be helpful for certain conditions like eczema or psoriasis as it may help reduce inflammation. “That said, too much salt water may be drying and exacerbate some conditions, especially in those with sensitive skin,” she adds.

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Salt water isn’t great for all skin types, and should be used with caution. Engelman says that while it’s best for those with acne or oily-prone skin, “I don’t recommend it as an alternative to chemical exfoliants since applying salt water can easily dry out and damage your skin due to its abrasiveness.”