The Benefits & Uses of Pink Himalayan Salt

Mined from the Salt Range mountains of Pakistan, Pink Himalayan Salt has made its way into many homes across the globe, and for a good reason! It is naturally mined and contains no additives that are commonly found in regular table salt. It boasts the same common minerals as regular table salt; however, it also includes a reported 84 different essential and trace minerals like calcium, magnesium, potassium, copper, and iron. Because Pink Himalayan Salt is jam-packed with minerals, it also touts enhanced health benefits making it a well-loved necessity in any home! Let’s look at our favorite ways to use our Pink Himalayan Salt (plus it’s available in coarse and fine grain).

Cooking

Plant Therapy is proud to offer high-quality, food-grade Pink Himalayan salt packed with healthy minerals, making it perfect for the kitchen. You can use it to season meats, vegetables, and everything in between. If you’ve got a hankering to get creative in the kitchen, try creating your own seasoning salt by mixing our Pink Himalayan Salt with some of your other favorite spices. For an every day, full-bodied season salt, mix a cup of our Fine Grain Pink Himalayan Salt with  1 tablespoon smoked peppercorn, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon cumin, ½ tsp onion powder, and a little crushed red pepper. Trust us. It’s delicious! Keep in mind that while our Pink Himalayan Salt is a delicious alternative to regular table salt, it does not contain any iodine, which is a necessary nutrient. 

Body Care

Pink Himalayan Salt makes the perfect DIY ingredient for many body care products! If you’re one of those lucky adults who gets to enjoy a hot bath, enhance the experience with our Elemi Rejuvenating Bath Salts. To help exfoliate the skin both in the tub and on the go, try making your own luxurious salt scrub with our favorite Sun Sand Sea Body Scrub. While we’re on the topic of Sun, Sand, and Sea we can’t forget our fabulous DIY Texturizing Salt Hair Spray! This texturizing spray is just what you need to complete that beachy signature look we have all learned to love!  For those who would rather buy a premade salt scrub than DIY, Plant Therapy is also proud to offer an assortment of salt scrubs. Choose from our Unscented Salt Scrub, Sweet Orange & Neroli, or Grapefruit & Lemon. 

Respiratory

During times of high seasonal pollen or illness, our lungs don’t operate as well as they could. Often during these troubling times, our lungs can feel congested and our breathing more labored. To help support the respiratory system and combat these dreadful issues, try giving our Himalayan Salt Inhaler a try! This inhaler allows you to benefit from all-natural salt air therapy, or halotherapy, at home. Discovered 200 years ago, halotherapy may help to ease breathing and support respiratory health.

Diffusion

Pink Himalayan Salt goes even further when you use it as a passive and personal diffuser! Its natural pink hue makes it an easy, beautiful alternative to active diffusion. All you have to do is find your favorite decorative bowl, pour a small amount of our Pink Himalayan Salt, and add a few drops of your favorite essential oils or essential oil blend. Or, if you prefer a more personal inhalation experience, try making your own eco-friendly smelling salts!

Breathe Easy Smelling Salts DIY

What you’ll need:

• Small, portable glass container with lid
• 1 Tbsp Coarse Grain Pink Himalayan Salt
• 3 drops Ho Wood
• 2 drops Eucalyptus Globulus
• 1 drop Tea Tree

What you’ll do:

Pour your Pink Himalayan Salt into your container and add in your essential oils. Close the container and give it a little shake. Remove cap and inhale. 

Now that you know what our favorite ways to use Pink Himalayan Salt, what are your favorite ways to use it? Let us know in the comments below!