Himalayan Salt Lamps Himalayan salt lamps are made with Himalayan pink salt which is mined from the Himalayan foothills in the Punjab region of Pakistan. The salt which is mined in large slabs is carved into lamps and fitted with a light source. There are several health benefits to using a Himalayan salt lamp, which is the combined effect of the salt’s properties and the heat of the light source. Some of the benefits include improving the body’s respiratory function, reducing asthma attacks, reducing the stress levels and improving the overall mood. Himalayan pink salt used in the making of the lamps is the purest form of salt on the planet, untouched by chemical toxins and pollutants. Our Animal Shape Salt Lamp creates beautiful effect, and it is also best, when turned on it cleans the air and balances the relationship of negative and positive ions in the surrounding environment. Using a salt lamp by your bedside at night is said to improve the quality of sleep. It is also believed that placing a salt lamp in a baby’s room is beneficial and soothing for the infant. Salt lamps cleanse the air of harmful positive ions, and create a soft, gentle night light for the bedroom. The lists of health benefits of having salt lamps are endless. The salt can be taken internally but having a lamp in your living areas can help asthma, dust allergies, skin conditions, depression, insomnia, hay fever, boosts serotonin levels, and creates an overwhelming feeling of peace, calmness and tranquility.