Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon is a man-made salt lake, it is actually the water output from a geothermal plant Svartsengi. The geothermal water underneath Svartsengi is richer in minerals since it's close to the sea, and sea water seeps in through the porous lava. Since the water is so rich in minerals that it is too corrosive to be used directly for heating, the geothermal water is pumped into the lava fields nearby, which forms the blue lagoon that we currently enjoy so much. The water is full of silica, minerals and bacteria, which gives it a green hue at times.I think everyone has heard of how good the blue lagoon is, but here's something more mesmerizing about it. Besides the clay mask, the hottie staffs, the bar in the middle and all that I am about to tell you.
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There's a nice cafe at the entrance, so feel free to re-hydrate yourself after the hot spring....or with caffeine if that's what you prefer. :)
They also give you these digital wristband that serves as your locker keys and payment card for any purchases you make when inside. Do not lose it because it costs about ISK 5000.
Make your way to get a quick shower, get dressed and then you are ready to hop into the hot spring!
The temperature of the water is quite different all around, so usually I like to stick to places that are a bit warmer than usual. There will be friendly staffs who walk inside the lagoon to serve you clay masks, but make sure you don't leave it on for more than 10mins as it starts to sting with dryness.
Another key point is to clip your hair up, or have it thoroughly moisturized before dipping into the water. The geothermal water (or aka hot spring), contains a high level of silica and salt water which can make you hair hard to manage afterwards.
Bring your sunglasses if you want to look photogenic without your makeups!
If you've got some time afterwards, I would highly suggest to walk around the hidden paths that's close to the entrance. Let the photos speak for itself.
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