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Himalayan Pink Salt Lamps (HPS) Lamps are an environmental friendly and health beneficial item that is one of the smartest purchases people make.  HPS functions as an air purifier by turning positive ions to negative ions.  All matters are made up of molecules which are made up of atoms.  Atoms compose of three types of particles: protons (positive charge), neutrons (negative charge), and electrons (no charge).  Electrons flies off occasionally, when that happens it leaves behind a positively charged ion. Some lose electrons earlier than others.  And they want to fill the void that is left off by another.  


As mentioned earlier, the Himalayan Pink Salt Lamp utilizes a light bulb or candle in the salt to produce heat, and it absorbs moisture and any attached airborne particulate then evaporating pure water pack out into the surrounding environment.  The same water than evaporates back into the air and trapped particles of dust, pollen, cigarette smoke, and other contaminants from the air. Salt Lamp has an incredible power to remove dust, pollen, cigarette smoke, and other contaminants from the air.  This is done by the process of hygroscopy responsible for one of the most common problems inherent to genuine Himalayan Pink Salt Lamps - sweating.    
(Which means they attract water molecules from their surrounding environment, then those molecules are absorbed, along with any foreign particles they may be carrying, into the salt crystals)

By token of this process, it helps to reduce allergies and asthma symptoms through the removal of microscopic particles of dust, pet dander, mold, mildew and the like from the surrounding air.  Therefore, placing a lamp or two in the rooms where you spend the most of your time can seriously cut back allergy symptoms; even asthmatic sufferers should notice a big difference after a week or two.  (There are HSP inhalers for asthmatics.) 

The heat of the lamp begins its hygroscopic cycling of airborne particles, at the same time it changes the charge of the molecules which are released.  Most homes are filled with positively ions which aren’t specifically beneficial for a person’s health.  And positive ions are created by a number things, primarily electronics.  

When taking in lots of positive ions in the air it causes the cilia that lines the trachea, to become sluggish.  The more sluggish the cilia becomes the less effective it becomes of keeping out contaminants from our lungs.  The heat from the lamp releases the cleansed water vapor and negative ions back into the air.  This means that it helps your body filter air more efficiently so foreign particles you do happen to breathe won’t make it into your lungs. Negative ions energizes our body as they counteract the positive ions filled in the air.  Activities that gives helps us re-energize our bodies from positive ions include: showering first thing in the morning, driving through the country side with the windows down, or spending time at the beach or camping in the mountains. 

We work in an age of technology, where we are surrounded by and carry electronic devices with us all the time.  Electronic devices emit electromagnetic (EM) radiation.  The long term effects of EM exposure can be serious: including rising stress level, chronic fatigue, and decrease body’s immune response. EM flows from television, computer, cell phone, tablet, appliances, stereo, etc.).  They emit negative ions into the air, and the HPS lamp will hen neutralize the EM.

The over filled positive ions in the air also reduces the blood and oxygen supply to the brain that leads to irregular sleep patters.  With HPS lamp, it is a natural negative ion generators, which will help reverse this problem.  If darkness is what’s needed to sleep, then keeping it on all day and turning it off at night will still enable you to weep the benefits from the lamp. 

Himalayan Pink Salt (HPS) lamp is a natural enhancer to your mood and to help you relax and unwind at the end of the day. The benefits of the lamp results from the negative ions that it generates.  Negative ions are also good for reducing the static  electricity in the air.  These negative ions impacts your body by improving blood concentration, blood and oxygen supply to the brain and other organs, as well we providing a boost of serotonin — the neurotransmitter that makes us feel happy! 

Lastly, the soft natural glow of light is close enough to warm glow of sunshine that can even be used to relieve the symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (when the days get shorter - fighting back the lethargy by surrounding yourself with a few HPS lamp would be helpful).  They are also environmentally friendly. 

Now, there is a strategy to choosing a Himalayan Pink Salt lamp that will bring these benefits - the HPS lamp size will determine the coverage of the room.  Rule of thumb is 1 pound of the lamp will cover an area of 4’ x 4’.  This means small lamps ranging 5~8 pounds are good for average bedroom, while larger lamps of 11~15 pounds are better for spaces like the living room or den.  For those who reside in humid climate areas should be aware that HPS lamps tend to weep when the salt becomes too cool.  A protection of the surface is necessary underneath and to be sure to follow the instructions and care.  Generally, avoid getting wet.

Personally, I love the soft aura of the lamp.  It’s nice pinkish tone gives the room a nice feel.  

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Lavender oil is commonly known for relaxation.  Traditionally it is known to have a variety of therapeutic and curative properties, ranging from relaxation to treating parasitic infections, burns, insect bites, and spasm.  The benefits of this oil from this purple flowering plant is quite immense.  For many centuries, the uses for this oil includes cleansing, perfume for mummification process for Egyptians, purifying for baths, and healing properties.  In present day, lavender oil has become a popular ingredient for skin and body products.  Even used for insomnia, depression, relieve headaches, nausea and more. 


While lavender oil is natural and organic made from plants, please do take precaution for those allergic to flowers or pollen.  There are people who may get an allergic reaction from skin application, and it will usually appear in a form of a rash.  I recommend people try a skin test before using the oil on the skin or mixing it with any other carrier oils (almond, olive, coconut, etc.). 

Now, here are the benefits of applying lavender oil to your skin and hair: 
(1) Immdediate Calming Effect 
Rub it on your palms and inhale it drawing the scent through your nose and up into amygdala gland (emotional warehouse) to calm your mind. Studies have shown that the scent of lavender oil produces an increase alpha waves in the brain for relaxation.  Therefore involving inhalation of the essential oil that has shown it can reduce both stress and anxiety. 
Additionally, rub a couple of drops onto your writs temples or feet to calm your body.  This oil is also great for baths. 

(2) Skin Detox
Pollutions in our environment continues to increase on a daily basis.  Toxins in our environments cause skin to show signs of aging and can cause immediate effects of inflammation and rough appearance.   Lavender oil consists of potent antioxidants to help prevent and counteract the negative effects of pollutants exposure.  Therefore, it can assist to fight these common culprits. 
One thing that is great to do is to draw a bath and put some lavender oil and epsom salt into the water.  This recipe of bath will help draw out toxins while lowering stress-related hormones to balance pH level and soothing your skin. 

Recipe:
Hand full of epsom salt 
12 drops of lavender oil 

Instructions: 
Put under running water as you fill the warm bath.  Soak for 20 minutes ideally once each week. 

(3) Treat Acne 
Many feel that oil is too much to put on the skin, as they feel that it’s heavy or that it would clog the pores.  However, lavender oil, like some other plant oils, won’t clog the pores but instead it has natural antibacterial, antiseptic, also helps to keep hormones balanced.  These properties offers an ideal solution for the skin.  Other products sold at stores may contain chemicals that is harsh to the skin, or prescription drugs can lead to other irritations.  

(4) Relieve Pain 
Another benefactor of this oil is when we get sore muscles, this is great to relieve sore muscles.  Lavender oil contains analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.  It can also assist with relief of joint pain, back aches, and rheumatism.  One study showed that it can reduce a person’t back pain by as much as 39%. 
Simply massage the oil into the affected area.  If you have sensitive skin then add some coconut oil and then rub it in. 

(5) Heal a Burn or a Cut 
Lavender oil hold antimicrobial properties that helps prevent infections and combat bacterial and fungal disorders.  Should one suffer a cut, burn, scrape or other skin wounds, lavender oil would be a solution to put on the wound.  
It is also helpful to combine lavender oil with other oils like tea tree, cinnamon or clove oil.  Discoveries of a 1:1 ratio was the most effective in battling two common causes of bacterial and fungal infections, Staph aureus and Candida albicans; both lead to skin fungus and respiratory pneumonia.  

(6) Improve Blood Circulation 
Blood circulation is essential for our overall health.  Improving blood circulation will benefit the heart, muscles, organs, arteries, and improving oxygen0rich blood to all extremities.   
Apply two drops of lavender oil on the following areas of your body: feet, wrists, temples and wherever else you’d like.  Then proceed to lie down with your legs elevated on a chair or against the wall. This will help circulation and also will relax you.

(7) Alleviating respiratory Disorder Symptoms
Lavender oil has the stimulating properties to loosen up phlegm and relieve congestion associated with those conditions.  Thereby applying oil to your chest, neck or back, will assist in relieving symptoms of respiratory problems, including sinus congestion, bronchitis, a cold, the flu, cough asthma, and allergies.  Breathing in the vapor of the oil also provides antibacterial qualities, that will help battle a respiratory infection which will assist a speedy recovery. 

(8) Repel Insects
Although the scent of lavender is generally enjoyed by many, but the essential oil has been found to offend many types of insects including moths, mosquitoes, and midges.  Thereby making lavender oil a fantastic bug repellent. 
Rub some on you when you go outdoors and it can help you prevent getting bit.  Or if you are bitten as a result of not having put it on, the use of the oil can reduce irritation, pain and swelling.  A result of the anti-inflammatory properties. 

(9) Healthy scalp - relieve dry, itchy scalp and dandruff
Our scalp, the skin for our head (under the hair) is an essential part and often neglected due to the hair.  Climate and products causes our scalp to have dry, itchy and dandruff producing conditions.  
Lavender oil contains strong antiseptic and antimicrobial actions that makes it a excellent for controlling the problem. 

Recipe: 
15 drops of lavender essential oil 
2 tablesppokes of almond/ olive oil 

Instructions: 
Heat in microwave for about 10 seconds 
Massage your scalp with mixture 
Put on a shower cap for an hour  
Shower and wash as normal 

(10)  Treat Hair Loss 
Lavender oil is also proven it’s quite effective for treating hair loss in circumstances from sufferers of alopecia (an autoimmune disease where the body rejects its own hair follicles). Study showed a 40% of patients saw an increase in hair growth when they rub lavender oil into their scalp.





Sources:
https://www.naturallivingideas.com/lavender-oil-for-skin-hair/ 
https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2013/681304/ 
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15130569 
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4880962/