Original Himalayan Crystal Salt is hand-mined, using stone grinders, by workers being paid a living wage and in safe working conditions at one of three mines in the foothills of the Himalayan mountains. It is the only Himalayan salt mine that does not use industrial mining or explosives. Original Himalayan Crystal Salt: Had the highest number of trace minerals of any salt with 84 minerals. With perfect structure and particle size for absorption. Hydrates cells and supports smooth, soft healthy skin. Perfect for Moon Phase bathing New Moon cleansing baths and Full Moon absorption baths. Relax, rejuvenate, ease tension and sore muscles by taking a relaxing bath with Himalayan bath salts. Has no anti-caking agents, bleach, chemical residues, petrochemicals, microplastics, radioactivity, unlike table or sea salt from our current polluted oceans and rivers. Has two studies on its health benefits including one study published in the book, Water and Salt the Essence of Life, by Dr. Barbara. Handel and Peter Ferreira demonstrated how it can have a positive impact on a myriad of bodily functions. Original Himalayan Crystal Salt Bath comes packaged in a 100% linen bag to absorb any moisture. These can then be added to a bath.