Himalayan salt has gotten a lot of attention lately. Heck, it’s pink salt, why would we not love it? 

 

There have been tons of claims by health gurus and tons of denial from the scientific community. 

 

So what’s the truth behind the magical legend of Himalayan salt? Is it really a cure-all, or is it just a passing trend?

 

It’s a little bit of both. Let’s dive into the research.

Myths Surrounding Himalayan Salt Products

Himalayan salt is said to offer our bodies all sorts of amazing benefits. While some may be true some are only half true and some are outright false. 

 

Myth: Himalayan salt lamps produce negative ions. 

While this may be true to an extent, heat is required to put off enough negative ions to make any effects for your environment — 2600 degrees Fahrenheit to be exact. 

 

That little lightbulb inside of your lamp isn’t going to produce this effect. 

 

Truth: Himalayan salt lamps may be able to slightly purify your air. 

Water is attracted to salt which is why your lamp might “sweat”. Particles in the air then get trapped in the water which can make your air cleaner. 

 

I wouldn’t recommend trading a normal air purifier for a Himalayan salt lamp — unless you’re going to put several large ones throughout each room in your house. 

 

Myth: Himalayan salt lamps cure all mood issues.

This, unfortunately, hasn’t been proven completely true either. Some studies report good benefits while others say that there was no true effect. 

 

Truth: It has been proven though, that using the lamps can help with seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 

Using them at certain times of the day affected participants differently. Some people responded better to using the lamps at nighttime while others did better with using them in the morning. 

 

The glow of the lamps can either trigger the brain to think that it is the soft glow of the morning or that of a candle/campfire at nighttime which is why it’s believed to affect people differently. Regardless of how it affects you, it’s actually working with your circadian rhythms to get your body back on its normal track of wake/sleep. 

Hot Stone Massages

Hot stone massages are nothing new. They’ve been done for thousands of years. 

 

Hot stone massages are typically done with basalt stones. Basalt stones are created from volcanic activity. They have large amounts of iron which is why they hold heat so well. 

 

Some people have to err on the side of caution and cannot receive hot stone massages. If you:

• Are pregnant
• Suffer from any heart condition
• Have any skin conditions (burns, herpes, shingles, acne, eczema, etc.)
• Are taking medications that require you to be careful with heat
• If you have diabetes with neuropathy you must get clearance from your doctor before receiving a massage with hot stones

 

Hot stone massages are used to:

• Increase blood flow
• Promote relaxation
• Enhance sleep quality
• Pain reduction
• Release muscle tension

 

All of these benefits sound incredible, right? Now imagine it getting even better!

 

Introducing…

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Benefits of Himalayan Salt Stone Massages

Himalayan salt stones include ALL the same benefits of a normal massage. In addition to those, there are tons of other benefits you reap by going salty instead of basalt-y. 

 

Himalayan salt stones contain more than 80 naturally-occurring elements and minerals. These minerals will help to nourish your skin leaving it looking and feeling healthier than when you first came in. 

 

They’re also just slightly rougher than the smooth basalt stones normally used. While this sounds more painful than relaxing, it has a very minimal difference in roughness. The rougher exterior of the Himalayan salt stones gives your skin a gentle exfoliation. 

 

Salt helps to balance your skin’s pH levels because it is alkalized. 

 

Another great quality about these stones is that they don’t require water to heat them. So the Himalayan salt stones are very environmentally friendly!

 

The soft glow and the pinkish-orange hue gives a very relaxing light to the room. This can help promote relaxation and reduce anxiety and depression. 

Summary Wrap Up of Himalayan Salt Stone Massage Benefits

You’ll get all the same benefits of a normal massage and then some. So, if you’re looking to:

• Increase relaxation
• Help reduce anxiety and depression
• Gently exfoliate and nourish the skin
• Promote blood flow
• Reduce pain and tension in muscles

 

Then schedule a Himalayan Salt Stone Massage today! 
Email hoffmancrystal2012@gmail.com to inquire about appointments.