Time to relax- truly relax

For the past 700 plus days, we have all had to deal with the stress that came with the pandemic that is almost over. Getting a massage is great, but is that truly enough? Recently, America has been introduced to the Salt Cave experience. What is a salt cave experience you may ask? So did I. Today, I visited the Harmony Salt Cave in Buffalo Grove. Walking into the “spa” I could sense relaxation in the air. Owner Gary George greeted me and gave me the tour first. Since my wife was tied up today and since we were doing a feature story in Reklama ( the European weekly) I asked one of their ladies to be our “sampler” and do the experience.

Anna had never been in a salt cave before, but knew many people who did this back home. As it turns out, the salt mine experience is well documented in Europe and has just made its was to the United States. Anna chose the Salt Bed- this is where one lays on a heated salt bed where the crystals of salt and high-intensity LED lights provide warmth and comfort. Her session was 45 minutes and when she came out, she was in heaven. She felt relaxed and almost re-born.

This is just one of the many ways that Harmony Salt Cave can  offer you a stress free escape.

The cave session allows you to relax in a zero gravity chair, breathe in the salty air and enjoy the peaceful, relaxing environment. There are two different types of caves, one larger, the other more intimate. Due to Covid policies, they are not putting strangers together, but if you have a friend or family member, you can relax together, listen to the music and feel your stress leave your body. They also offer couples sessions and special lunch sessions.

You’ll sit back in a comfortable chair while placing your hands and feet on heated, 100 percent natural Himalayan salt blocks. Enjoy a soothing cup of tea and soft, calming music during your session. Our beautiful Hand and Foot Detox room provides a peaceful and tranquil environment.

Have circulation problems? Hands? Feet? try the Hand and Foot Detox chairs. Feel your stress melt away as the Himalayan salt blocks provide a variety of benefits:

• Removes toxins and helps with edema
• Decreases muscle inflammation
• Reduces stress
• Stimulates nerves in your hands and feet 
• Lessens arthritis symptoms 
• Improves blood circulation
• Reduces carpel tunnel discomfort
• Exfoliates dead skin and calluses

This treatment is perfect after a salt cave session since the cave is a cooler temperature. The Hand and Foot Detox will gently warm your extremities while enhancing the therapeutic benefits of salt halotherapy.

They also have an infrared Sauna: Just sit back and relax so you can enjoy the benefits of the salt and its wellness therapy.

The experiences offered here are designed to allow you to step in their spa located at 765 S. Buffalo Grove Road, take off your shoes ( putting on slippers or sox) and leave your stress at the door. Based on the people I saw who had experienced this, plus the look on Anna’s face as she came out to the lobby, the Himalayan Salt works! Everyone leaves the spa no longer stressed out- that is a warm feeling  and one that we all need at this time.

Several days have passed, and Anna advised me that her back pain is still gone and her attitude is great. It seems that the salt bed did the trick!

Harmony also offers massage therapy to complete its services of “self-care”. Yes you will experience relaxation and stress relief as you never thought you could, and also you will boost your immune system, improve your breathing, as well as skin conditions. To make an appointment call 224-676-1486 or visit www.harmonysaltcavespa.com. Harmony also features some unique Himalayan salt products including soothing soaps and body scrubs. Be healthy! Be stress free! Visit Harmony Salt Cave Spain Buffalo Grove.