Many supporters of Himalayan salt lamps claim the negative ions released and can boost blood flow, cleanse and deodorize air, reduce allergy symptoms, ease coughing, increase energy levels, neutralize electromagnetic radiation, calm our fears or anxiety, improve mood, reduce static electricity, increase levels of serotonin in the brain to improve sleep, and are an environmentally-friendly light source. These negative ions are also said to be able to neutralize electromagnetic radiation from household electronics and prevent the build-up of static electricity.
You may be wondering how salt lamps work. Salt is hydrophilic, so the lamps attract water molecules from the air; this means the lamps trap dirt, pollen, and smoke particles which are carried in water vapor. Once these airborne contaminants have been locked in the salt, clean water is re-released and thus it has a purifying effect on the air. Scientists know that salt does absorb water from the air but that it quickly reaches an equilibrium state (it doesn’t take more than it needs because it is saturated). This is the same for silica packets. Both can be revitalized by drying, which a burning and warming lamp does. So there is merit to this claim. It is the heat from the bulb that stimulates the production of negative ions. Therefore, the longer your Himalayan Salt Lamps are on, the warmer they will get and the more they will purify the air in your environment.
How to care for your Salt Lamp
Caring for your genuine Himalayan salt lamp is a breeze. All you have to do is periodically wipe them with a very slightly damp towel or sponge to remove any dust. Then you can then dry your Himalayan salt lamp with a clean dry towel, or simply allow them to dry naturally from the heat produced from the bulb or tealight.
In Ruth Theresa’s home and office she leaves her Himalayan salt lamps on all the time, although she recommends you use yours at your discretion.
