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The second-largest mine in the world, the Khewra mine is located in the salt marshes that begin at the foot of the Himalayan mountains in Northeast Pakistan.

Strong ancient salt blocks extracted from inside to make the Himalayan salt lamps are highly valued for their natural beauty and medicinal benefits. With an incandescent lamp on the side when illuminated it spreads warm and soft light creating a magical aura of calm. The specific reddish-brown shade is due to the presence  of 84 different trace minerals.

Hygroscopic by nature these unique and artistic pieces of decorative material have been popular  among health professionals for years. But nowadays these beautiful lamps have become fashion and luxuries items.

These Himalayan salt lamps also known as Pink Himalayan salt lamps are not only used for decoration but are also believed to be natural cleaners and also provide certain health benefits.

Now the question arises apart from the aesthetic beauty do Himalayan pink salt lamps work ?? If so then how?

Let’s find out both the pros and cons of the Himalayan salt lamps.

Demand for Himalayan salt lamps has risen sharply due to their healing and decorative properties.

1. It cleans the air

Being hygroscopic in nature the Himalayan salt lamps are thought to be air purifiers. This means that these salt lamps often attract and trap water vapors in the air.The theory is that any airborne pollutant such as dust, pollen, and smoke present in the water molecule will be trapped on the surface of the salt lamp.

2. It acts as an energy booster

The Himalayan pink salt lamps are a good source of negative ions also called good ions as they improve mood, arouse the senses to improve appetite, and eliminate allergies, stress, and depression. Negative ions increase blood flow to the brain leading to increased mental alertness and energy and reduced drowsiness. This in turn promotes general well-being.Positive ions of our body drain the energy of the body whereas the ions emitted by the salt lamps help in the rejuvenation of the body.

3. Reduce symptoms of allergies and asthma

Concomitant sneezing and drowsiness are some of the most common symptoms of allergic reactions that are mainly caused by inhalation of pollutants born as dust, pollen, and more. Himalayan pink salt lamps can remove potential pathogens thus reducing symptoms of allergies and asthma.

4. Treating depression

Himalayan salt lamps are a natural tool that reduces tension and stress that creates soft and natural emotions by producing negative ions that have a positive effect on mental health and thus play an important role in stress management.

There are good as well as bad aspects associated with everything that exists right ?? So having been said so much about the benefits of Himalayan salt lamps let’s just discuss few other aspects which are not harmful though but should be kept in mind when purchasing any such lamp.

1. Himalayan salt lamps tend to break easily

The Himalayan salt lamps are extremely fragile and easily broken. If the salt used in the lamp is white then it can easily break. Himalayan white salt lamps are expensive and not readily available. If it is available at low prices it is possible that the lamps are fake.

2. Salt lamps are heavy

Preferring quality over cost genuine salt lamps are heavy and very expensive. If found lightweight there is a possibility of them being fake.

3. Himalayan salt lamps may leak water

Being hygroscopic in nature The Himalayan salt lamps have the ability to absorb water. If they are placed in a moist environment due to the presence of negative ions absorbing water which makes them look like leaking water to avoid any suffering, this should be kept in a dry place.

CONCLUSION

So we can conclude that apart from just adding beauty to our living spaces Himalayan salt lamps also has an healthy impact on our mind and body. Himalayan pink salt is popular in Varity of forms , beside being edible it is also used as a cooking slabs ,candle holders ,essential oil diffusers  ,hand and foot detoxifier ,and also in  spa treatments .

If used correctly we can avail many beneficial affects from this blessing of nature.