What’s a salt lamp?
Rock salt lamps are made from salt crystals that are millions of years old. Some date as far back as 250 million years, from the Himalayan Mountain regions. The salt crystals come in shades of pink, orange, reds, and even white. Salt lamps are simply large pieces of these crystals, with a small light inside.
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How does it work?
Himalayan salt lamps are known to have healing abilities. When the lamp warms up, it absorbs moisture and becomes damp on the surface. This is what builds up the ion field.
Himalayan Salt Crystal Lamps: For Healing, Harmony, and Purification
Benefits of Himalayan Salt Lamps
Known as the “vitamins of the air”, salt lamps have many benefits. Not only do they work as air purifiers, they release negative ions when lit, cleaning the air and fighting off bacteria (which often carry a positive charge). Negative ions increase oxygen flow, which can help improve your mood and alertness.
Beaches also have negative ions, which is why most of us feel amazing when we’re visiting the Coast! Putting your toes in the sand, listening to the crashing of the waves, it’s all very therapeutic, isn’t it? Since we can’t be at the beach all day, why not bring the benefits of the beach home to us?
Salt lamps are made from pure food grade Himalayan salt, which means you technically could crush the salt up and use it on your dinner. However, they’re also really pretty, so your best bet is to use them for purifying the air and brightening your space instead of flavoring your meals.
The lit salt crystals naturally clear the air of allergens such as smoke, pollen, and pet dander. Oftentimes, it helps with reducing asthma symptoms. While not proven, salt lamp users have claimed they have helped with morning sickness, autism, and even reducing snoring.
Where can I buy a salt lamp?
Where should I use my salt lamp?
You can use them at your home, in your office, and many folks even use them in their children’s bedrooms. They make great night lights, and are also great to use during meditation.
I have one – not sure about the benefits, but the glow is absolutely beautiful.
I loved this article on the saalt lamps. Will have to get one now.
Enjoy the benefits!
I have a salt lamp, haven’t noticed much difference but the true test will be in the winter. I love the warm glow of the lamp when lit. I have mine on all of the time, day and night!
These Salt Lamps are Truly Beautiful and They Have Become So Popular Lately b/c I Have Been Seeing Them More & More! I Think it’s a Very Cool Modern Addition to a Den or a Living Room & Definitely Something I Could See in a Spa! Thanks for Sharing, I Love it! Have a Great Evening! – Jana
OMGosh! I had no idea about any of this! I’ve seen these salt lamps, and think they are beautiful, but DID NOT know about the healing effects & calming! How cool is this!!! Thank you!!!
Thanks for the info. I didn’t know they did more than just help with allergies. I really want to try one.
I have lamps in most room and we love them! Less headaches in this household and they look pretty1
Thanks for sharing. I would love to get a couple of these for our house.
I have one and I love it. We don’t get sick like we use too and they are beautiful also
I have always wanted one s o I ordered one from Walmart yesterday and I am going to put it in the house we are moving into.
I’ve always thought these were beautiful but didn’t realize they had great benefits also.
I have Asthma and it acts up the worst at night. I would love two Himalayan Salt Lamps in my bedroom. One on each night stand would be wonderful.
Interesting, I have wondered about these. I always thought they were pretty, but now know they are good for you too.
I’ve often wondered about these lamps. Aren’t we endangering the Himalayan environment by mining for chunks of their salt though?
I would get a lamp like this for my room.
I use mine in the bedroom. I like the soft light.
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I have been hearing more and more about these lamps lately. I have been thinking of getting one for my son. He has allergies and anything natural that will help is alright by ne.
I’ve not read about these yet but have seen several companies selling them. Good info and now I can compare features. I live in smoggy LA and could use the air filtering.
I just bought 4 of the candle holder of these, I have only had them for a day, lit a tea light in them, its may sound
weird but I have been in a more positive and active way all day lol 🙂 love it
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I looove mine!! I don’t know if it has given me any health benefits but the glow is so comforting!!
This is what I asked for this year! They’re so nice 🙂
This is totally going on my christmas list, as I am an advocate of using the salt on my food as well! THanks!
Beautiful AND beneficial? That is going on my wish list for sure!
I have been wanting to try one of these lamps. Now I think I really need to put it on my Christmas List!
A coworker of mine was mentioning how she wanted one of these lamps. I thought it was for aesthetics only. I had no idea there were benefits to them too. Now I want one! Great article. 🙂
Interesting, I never new any of this. Thanks for sharing on Idea Box!
I love salt lamps… Mine used to actually “sweat” because it worked so hard!
Pink salt lamps, sea salt and himalayan salts are today’s great products for everyone. Concerning to me, i am a permanent patient of sinus even after operation it didn’t cure. Than i brought a salt lamp for my room and now i am very relaxed when i am in my house at least. This product is best for allergic patients. Must try.
Thanks for the tips! Thanks for partying with us at Idea Box! See ya back next week!
I have never heard of a Salt Lamp. I live near the beach and I do love the feeling of being in the salt air. I’d love to feel that at home too!
I have had a salt rock lamp for about 6 months now and I love it. I keep it in the bedroom, and I’ve notice I have less headaches. When I forget to turn it on at night I usually wake up feeling kind of icky and usually have a slight headache all day.
I need one of these. There’s a place in Bad Durkeim, Germany, where they have a big building with salts. You stroll through it. I never did it but I learned about it on a “field trip.” Thanks for explaining how the salts work. Now I need to go back to Germany — or just get a lamp! Thank you for sharing this at the Inspire Me Mondays Link-Up. I know so many will benefit from the info!
I was at a spa where they had a wall of salt and we had chairs to relax in and inhale the good ions.
I’ve looked at these for years, and always forget just how great they really are. Will have to add it to my list of things to buy. Thanks for sharing.
your welcome Ricki
I have always wanted to buy a salt lamp. I guess I will get my own now 🙂 Thank you for sharing
These have so many good benefits to using them. I had no idea. Makes me want to run out and get one right now.
hahaha… well here in Alaska I have to run online and order from Amazon Sandra Watts 🙂
I am going to have to check these out. This just amazes me. Thank you for sharing