Salt therapy—also known as halotherapy—involves inhaling microscopic salt particles in a controlled environment, often a salt room or salt chamber. The type of salt used is important, because it determines both the safety and effectiveness of the treatment.
The Preferred Salt: Pure, Pharmaceutical-Grade Sodium Chloride
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Dry salt therapy (inhaled through a halogenerator) almost always uses pharmaceutical-grade sodium chloride (NaCl).
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This salt is 99.9% pure, with no added minerals, trace elements, or contaminants.
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Its purity ensures that the particles are safe to inhale and provide the intended antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and mucolytic (mucus-loosening) benefits.
Himalayan or Dead Sea Salt in Salt Rooms
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In decorative salt walls or salt lamps, you may see Himalayan pink salt or Dead Sea salt. These are visually beautiful and create a calming environment.
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However, these types of salt are not typically used in the halogenerator (the device that crushes and disperses dry salt particles for inhalation), because they may contain minerals or moisture that make them unsuitable for inhalation.
Why Purity Matters
When inhaled, salt particles interact directly with the respiratory system. Impurities or added minerals could irritate the lungs or reduce effectiveness. That’s why reputable salt therapy providers rely on pharmaceutical-grade Salt therapy near me for the therapeutic aspect of treatment.
Final Thoughts
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Therapeutic use: Pharmaceutical-grade sodium chloride (pure white salt)
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Atmosphere & aesthetics: Himalayan or Dead Sea salt blocks/walls
At Simply Oxygen UK, we focus on providing the safest, most effective environment for halotherapy by using the right type of salt where it matters most.
