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Himalayan salt lamps are a mysterious yet distinctive piece of home décor. Made from mineral-rich pink salt harvested from the Khewra Salt Mine in Pakistan, Himalayan salt lamps are believed to produce negative ions—oxygen atoms with negatively charged electrons. Some find the potential health benefits (i.e., improved mood, sleep, and air quality) intriguing, while others are attracted by this type of lamp’s soft, welcoming, and rosy glow. Read on for our roundup of favorites among the best Himalayan salt lamps currently available.
From Mineralamp, this option proves you don’t need to spend a lot of money to be able to enjoy the soft, soothing glow of a Himalayan salt lamp. Because each lamp is hand-carved, you can be sure your lamp is unique. Included with the lamp is a standard 15-watt bulb, and the design features a dimmer switch that allows you to adjust the mood of your space at will.
d’aplomb puts a modern twist on the traditional Himalayan salt lamp. Crafted with a wood base, built-in dimmer, and clean lines, this 11.5-pound salt lamp makes for a subtle yet powerful addition to an at-home office, dorm room, or yoga studio. This lamp comes with two 15-watt bulbs and a UL-Listed electrical set, making it a great choice for living areas.
For ever-changing color options, check out this option from HOMY. It comes with a 3-watt multicolor bulb that gently cycles through soothing shades of orange, blue, red, purple, green, and pink. Although the HOMY salt lamp isn’t bright enough to light an entire room, it provides a soft glow and can serve as a night light or an accent light in a dimly lit room. It’s also small enough to fit in a purse or tote bag, so you can take it to work or the library.
