It all starts about 250 million years ago in northern Pakistan. Buried for millennia, Himalayan salt oxidized when it met the iron present beneath the earth, making it blush pink. Extremely rich in minerals, magnesium, iodine and other nutrients, it contributes to cell regeneration.
Far more than a kitchen staple, Himalayan salt is a treasure trove of benefits.
Rich in iron, it promotes blood regeneration and improves circulation. It also lowers blood pressure.
It contributes to healthy lungs and improves respiratory function.
It restores the blood’s pH (the acid-base balance).
It is recognized as a powerful detoxifier, dissolving toxins and harmful substances in the body.
It is effective on acid reflux issues and stimulates and regulates digestion.
It reduces the signs of aging.
It prevents muscle cramps.
It promotes better hydration.
Rich in calcium, it strengthens bones.
Himalayan salt is so versatile and can be used in many ways. Let’s explore the different techniques in which we can enjoy its benefits!
Did you know Himalayan salt contains much less sodium per dose than ordinary table salt? It’s because it is less refined, and the grains are larger! Furthermore, it also contains a myriad of minerals that table salt does not.
Himalayan salt contains more than 80 micronutrients and is very rich in iron, calcium, and potassium. It is also easily absorbed by the body due to its colloidal cell structure.
Swap your table salt for Himalayan salt today! In addition to being good for you, it will look lovely on your table.
Have you ever heard of halotherapy? One of our newest saunas—Halo—invites you to try this alternative treatment. Halotherapy involves breathing air filled with small salt particles to improve your breathing. Built with pink salt blocks, this sauna is gentle and gives you a new way to explore the benefits of Himalayan salt.
With more than 80 minerals to nourish the skin, Himalayan salt is the preferred option for a body detox. Absorbing the nutrients in Himalayan salt boosts circulation and soothes sore muscles.
A Himalayan salt bath facilitates healing and is an incredibly therapeutic experience for mind, body and soul.
Did you know Thermea Spa Village offers a Himalayan Salt Stone body care treatment? The three-step treatment combines salt stone rubbing, exfoliation and a rich wrap of moisturization.
A perfect addition to any boho room in need of a pink hue, Himalayan salt lamps help to purify the air in a room.
The salt crystals combined with the light source produce negative ions that neutralize the positive ions in the air carried by mildew, allergens, and bacteria. The positive ions are produced by some electronic equipment, which can lead to insomnia and heighten stress. As such, salt lamps can have a positive effect on meditation, encouraging relaxation and reducing stress.
Last year, Aufgusshow introduced a new kind of spectacle to the Spa Village. The sauna became a stage, and Show Aufguss brought storytelling, music, and choreography into the heart of the ritual. This year, something new arrives.
Competitors can showcase their craft in three categories: Show Aufguss solo, Show Aufguss duo, and Modern Classic Aufguss. Some will tell bold, theatrical stories. Others will focus on technique, rhythm, and connection. All share the same goal: to earn their place on the international stage.
Almost a year later, the Ritual Artisan from Nordik Spa Village Chelsea is returning to the stage—once again at Thermea Spa Village Whitby—for Aufgusshow 2026, ready to tell a new story in the sauna and invite guests a little closer to themselves.
