How to Use a Himalayan Salt to Upgrade Your Self-Care
Whether it’s carving out the time to do an at-home mani-pedi or just pouring a glass of wine after dinner, we all have the unique self-care routines that get us through the ups and downs of life. The next time you indulge in self-care, switch it up and try flipping on a Himalayan salt lamp to enhance your weekly face-mask and chill night.
If you really want to up your relaxation game, nothing says luxury like Himalayan pink salt. This is because authentic Himalayan pink salt only comes from one place in the whole world: the Khewra mine located in the Salt Range of the Himalayan mountains.
Safe underneath the Himalayan mountains, pink Himalayan salt has enjoyed thousands of years free from human interference and pollution. The serene sleeping salt beds not only yield quality naturally preserved pink Himalayan salt, but are also a great source of inspiration when creating your own serene retreat.
Whether you’re taking your self-care to the next level, creating the perfect setting to pamper a loved one, Himalayan salt is a beneficial and beautiful natural element to include.
In this step-by-step guide, we’ll show you how to add elements like a Himalayan salt lamp, to upgrade your self-care routine and also how to tell an authentic one from a phony.
Create Ambience with a Himalayan Salt Lamp
A Himalayan salt lamp is the perfect element to create a serene, tranquil space to feel at ease and be able to relax. The warm orange glow of a Himalayan salt lamp is soothing and helps relax the body and quiet the mind.
While a synthetic crystal lamp may also be pretty to look at, indulging in an authentic Himalayan salt lamp is a more natural way to prepare yourself to let go of the tension of the day. Using a Himalayan salt lamp for your self-care day boosts the positive energy by spiritually purifying the space to create a sense of harmony and balance.
Compliment Your Himalayan Salt Lamp with Essential Oils
Diffusing essential oils is the perfect complement to a Himalayan salt lamp. Enhance the soothing glow of your salt lamp by diffusing this special “Bliss Out” recipe in your essential oil diffuser:
-
2 drops of tangerine oil to promote a joyful spirit
-
2 drops of lavender oil to soothe and calm the mind
-
2 drops of bergamot oil to create a mood for letting go of tension
Purify the Body: Next-Level Shower Game
Once you’ve created a soothing peaceful ambiance with your Himalayan salt lamp and essential oils, it’s time to upgrade your shower routine by adding some luxury natural bath & body products to your bathing ritual.
When treating yourself to a luxury shower argan oil (aka “Liquid Gold”) is the only way to go for hair care. After washing your hair, apply an argan oil hair mask for 3-5 minutes to deep condition.
Meanwhile, use a natural Himalayan salt scrub to exfoliate your skin and leave it feeling smooth and soft. The large coarse texture of Himalayan salt crystals is excellent for gently buffing away impurities. Unlike the plastic microbeads in other exfoliators, which are terrible for the environment, a natural Himalayan salt scrub is safe for the environment.
After showering, finish with natural oil (like coconut oil, which is amazing for skin) for all-over moisturizing. Stepping into the warm inviting glow of your Himalayan salt lamp and the uplifting essential oil aromas feel extra special when you’re freshly cleansed and feeling silky smooth.
Beauty Bliss Himalayan Salt Lamp Meditation
Set up a comfortable chair and foot bath facing your Himalayan salt lamp. If you normally just use a plastic tub when soaking your feet, that’s okay, but if you want to step it up a notch, try using a home foot spa and mineral salt foot soak. Once you have your foot bath set up, apply a lush deep cleansing mud mask for your face, then sink your feet into the whirling bubbly goodness of your foot spa.
While you let the face mask and foot soak do their magic, gently focus your gaze on the beautiful natural form of your Himalayan salt lamp and practice deep breathing to elicit the relaxation response in your body. Breath in through your nose, letting your chest and lower abdomen expand fully as you fill your lungs, then breathe out slowly through your mouth.
Sit comfortably, keep your gaze gently focused on your Himalayan salt lamp, and continue controlled deep breathing. Appreciate the natural form of the pink rock salt. Let your mind drink in the soothing warm glow as you continue breathing. Imagine your Himalayan salt lamp releasing negative ions and a wave of positive uplifting energy enveloping you to purify your spirit.
Continue to meditate on the peaceful positivity you’ve created for 15-20 minutes, then dry your feet and rinse your face. Your ultimate DIY home spa day is complete but your Himalayan salt lamp can be used anytime you need a soothing calm atmosphere.
Himalayan Salt Lamp Benefits
Himalayan salt lamps are good for the environment: Real Himalayan salt lamps are made from blocks of Himalayan pink salt carved from the Khewra mine. Which means 90% of an authentic Himalayan salt lamp is completely rock salt so there’s less plastic going into landfills than an ordinary lamp.
Serene and tranquil ambiance: The lovely pink color of real Himalayan salt lamps gives off a warm soothing glow that helps relax the body and quiet the mind. The soft pink color and beautiful natural form also make a great point of focus for meditation.
Himalayan salt lamps boost positive energy: The release of negative ions adds a spiritually purifying element to space, bringing a sense of harmony and balance. Positive uplifting energy allows you to enjoy peaceful relaxation.
Feng shui fire and earth element: To create a harmonious feng shui room all 5 natural elements (wood, water, fire, earth, metal) must be present. An authentic Himalayan salt lamp represents both fire and earth elements.
The warm orange glow represents fire and symbolizes activity, enthusiasm, and energy. The natural salt rock of a real Himalayan salt lamp represents earth and symbolizes stability, patience, and honesty.
How to Spot an Authentic Himalayan Salt Lamp vs. a FAKE
-
It is too durable: A real Himalayan salt lamp is made of pure natural pink Himalayan salt rock which is naturally somewhat fragile. Fake Himalayan salt lamps use man-made materials that resist all damage.
-
The seller has a strict no-return policy: As mentioned above, an authentic Himalayan salt lamp is inherently fragile. Someone selling real Himalayan salt lamps is prepared to offer refunds for damaged goods.
-
Doesn’t list the origin: authentic Himalayan pink salt comes from only one place in the whole world: the Khewra Salt Mine. If the salt block of your Himalayan salt lamp comes from the Khewra Salt Mine in Jhelum District, Punjab, Pakistan, you know it’s authentic. If your Himalayan salt lamp has no origin listed, it’s a fake
-
The light is too bright: Himalayan salt lamps are simply blocks of the pink salt lit from within. The natural pink salt crystals diffuse light, so even if the bulb within is pretty bright, a real Himalayan salt lamp shouldn’t be bright enough to light up an entire room. If yours does, it’s probably a fake Himalayan salt lamp.
-
It isn’t affected by moisture: Salt naturally absorbs water. An authentic Himalayan salt lamp will “sweat” when exposed to moisture. If your Himalayan salt lamp is placed near a source of humidity such as a shower or humidifier and doesn’t sweat, then it’s most likely a fake.
-
You found a “discounted” white Himalayan salt lamp: True white Himalayan salt is extremely rare compared to pink Himalayan salt. If you found a cheap white Himalayan salt lamp, it’s most likely a knockoff.
*Disclaimer
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information on this site is meant for educational and informational purposes only, it is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please confirm any information obtained from or through this website with other sources, and review all information regarding any medical condition or treatment with your physician. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment because of something you have read on this website.