My NEW Addition!!

Helllooo LOVES! Phew this weekend was BUSY!! Super fun, full of memories, but I am exhausted and I swear we really didn't do much but just enjoy the company of our friends. Can you say OLD?! ;)  Anywho, so last week I FINALLY went in and picked up a little something I have been eyeing now for WEEKS! I have no idea why I didn't buy it as soon as I saw it because I literally was head over heels in LOVE at first sight but I tend to do that with purchases. (um, think cart full in store, by the time I get to the register I have put back 90% of the stuff because, I didn't "need" it...It's a serious, REAL problem! LOL)

So here it is........My new Himalayan Salt Lamp!!!!!!!!!!!

Ok, yes, I get that some of you may be shaking your head thinking What The?!! Let's go back to how in LOVE I was with the Laundry Room remodel and that should give you a little insight into what excites me!!!! :)

So there are said to be ACTUAL benefits to these little beauties: (I have no scientific evidence that any of these are true I'm just giving you the low down on what they are "said" to do)

• Help with Respiratory Problems (including colds)
• Allergies
• Skin problems
• Mental & Stress Related Disorders
• Headaches & Migraines
• Blood System Disorders
• Improve the Quality of Air in their Immediate Environment
• Achieve a Feeling of Relaxation & Meditation (THIS IS MY REASON FOR WANTING ONE!)
• Improve Various Disorders and Maintain Good Health

So they say not to expect massive improvements if you tuck away a single lamp in the far corner of your house where no one ever goes. These lamps have a limited range. You will achieve the best results if you place them somewhere where you and your family spend a lot of time, or where there are a lot of electronic devices. 

It is suggested to have more than just one lamp. It's similar to plants - the more the better. Over time you should aim to have at least one in every room you frequently use, such as bedrooms and living rooms.

A good way to improve the quality of air in your house is by frequently airing it out, so the air can circulate. Of course, in the winter months or when there are high levels of air pollution, that isn't always possible to be leaving windows open, so that is when the salt lamps can be particularly useful and can help cleanse the air and remove the stubborn winter bugs. (Um, if that is true, my family NEEDS these...I swear sickness FINDS us, LOL!)

There are a lot of fake and cheaper versions on the market that don't use Himalayan salt. The real lamp is made from pure, food grade Himalayan salt. Substitutes from rock salt will not provide you with the same benefits.

So for me, I honestly got this because of the relaxation and mood benefit. I LOVE the ambiance it gives off and it's a beautiful addition to my office. I will keep you posted if I feel like it's helping with any of those other "said" benefits, but for now I'm going to sit back and enjoy the calming glow as I edit my photos and check in with my challengers!!! XO