The grand opening weekend of Himalayan Salt and Wellness Cave, located at 1494 North Charlotte Street, in Pottstown, takes place August 12 through 14, with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. on August 13. The event includes basket raffles and special offers for attendees.

The Himalayan Salt and Wellness Cave provides relaxation sessions for individuals and families, as well as reiki, yoga and reflexology, in custom-built rooms lined with Himalayan salt imported from a mountain range in Northern Punjab. In salt therapy, also known as halotherapy, microscopic salt particles are inhaled, and the healthy negative ions are absorbed by the skin. The process soothes the body and mind, and has been shown to relieve respiratory and circulatory issues, skin conditions, asthma, allergies and sinus issues, among other ailments.

The celebration includes several special savings offers for clients, including a free salt session with a yoga, reflexology or reiki session booked; buy one salt session, get one ½ off; and 10 percent off all packages. Walk-ins are welcome but are served on a first-come, first-served basis, as priority is given to clients that call ahead and schedule appointments.

Founder and owner Anita Heft explains, “Last fall, I went to visit a salt cave in another part of the state, and I was inspired by how relaxing and healing the experience was. I said, ‘I’m going to open one of these!’” Heft’s background as a certified and licensed reflexologist and reiki master, combined with her education in business management, has helped bring the facility to life for the benefit of the communities in northwest Montgomery County.

For more information, call 610-310-3884 or visit HimalayanSaltNWellness.com. August 2016