Clay-baked sea salt is a premium salt produced using an ancient Korean method in which natural sea salt is sealed inside handmade clay jars and fired at extremely high temperatures — in the case of OmMa Salt™, at 790°C for 12 full hours.

This is not a marketing technique. It is a centuries-old purification tradition that transforms ordinary sea salt into something significantly different at a molecular level.

What happens during the clay-baking process?

During the firing process, several important things occur:

• Impurities are burned away — heavy metals, potential microplastics, and contaminants are reduced through intense heat
• Minerals from the clay walls are infused into the salt, increasing the mineral complexity
• The salt becomes naturally alkalizing — OmMa Salt™ reaches a pH of 9.2 after baking
• The crystalline structure of the salt changes, making it easier for the body to absorb

Why does this matter for your health?

Most commercial table salt is heavily processed: stripped of minerals, bleached, and loaded with anti-caking chemicals like sodium ferrocyanide. Even many "natural" sea salts are processed at scale using plastic or metal equipment, and sold with minimal mineral content.

Clay-baked salt like OmMa Salt™ preserves — and enhances — the full spectrum of trace minerals your body needs. With 125 trace minerals and a naturally alkaline pH, it supports

OmMa Salt™ is baked in handmade clay jars inside clay caves at 790°C for 12 hours — one of the most intensive purification processes of any salt in the world.

Both Korean sea salt and Himalayan pink salt are considered premium alternatives to table salt — but they are very different products with different origins, mineral profiles, and processing methods.

Origin & Source

Himalayan pink salt is a mined rock salt, extracted from ancient salt deposits in the Khewra Salt Mine in Pakistan. It was formed hundreds of millions of years ago and has never touched the ocean. Its pink color comes from iron oxide (rust).

Korean sea salt — specifically OmMa Salt™ — is a living sea salt, harvested from the active tidal flats of Jeungdo Island in South Korea, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Ramsar Wetland. It is a current, living product of the sea.

Mineral Content

• OmMa Salt™ (Korean clay-baked sea salt):t: Contains 125+ trace minerals. Being a sea salt, it mirrors the mineral composition of healthy ocean water — which closely resembles human blood plasma.
• Himalayan pink salt: typically contains 84 known trace minerals. The iron oxide gives it color but limited nutritional benefit.

Processing

• OmMa Salt™ is hand-raked on ceramic floors (never plastic), solar-evaporated using traditional Korean methods, then clay-baked at 790°C for 12 hours for purity and mineral enhancement.
• Himalayan pink salt is typically mined, minimally processed, and sold as-is or ground.

Alkalinity

Himalayan pink salt is pH-neutral to mildly acidic. OmMa Salt™, after the clay-baking process, reaches a natural pH of 9.2 — making it one of the few naturally alkalizing salts available.

Himalayan salt is ancient, mined, and static. OmMa Salt™ is living, ocean-derived, hand-processed, and mineral-enhanced through clay-baking. For those seeking maximum mineral diversity and bioavailability, Korean clay-baked sea salt is in a category of its own.

"UNESCO salt" refers to sea salt that is cultivated within land officially designated by UNESCO — the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization — as a protected ecological area.

OmMa Salt™ is sourced exclusively from a family owned small salt farm in Jeungdo Island (증도) in South Korea, which sits within:

• A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — a region of exceptional biodiversity and ecological integrity
• A Ramsar Wetland — internationally recognized as a protected wetland of global importance

Why does the land designation matter for salt quality?

Salt is a direct reflection of the water and environment it comes from. In a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the surrounding ecosystems are strictly protected from industrial development, chemical agriculture, and pollution. This means:

• The seawater feeding the salt flats is cleaner and more mineral-rich than average coastlines
• The ecological diversity supports a more complex mineral profile in the salt
• No synthetic chemicals, fertilizers, or industrial pollutants are permitted in the reserve area

The numbers behind Jeungdo Island

Jeungdo Island's salt farm spans over 4.6 million square meters of protected coastline. It is Korea's largest salt farm, yet only 0.1% of the world's finest natural sea salt is produced here — making it extraordinarily rare by global standards.

Traditional solar evaporation on ceramic floors

On Jeungdo Island, salt is harvested using centuries-old techniques: pure seawater is channeled into shallow basins and evaporated by sun and wind. OmMa Salt™ is hand-raked on ceramic tile floors — not plastic, which is the industrial standard. This eliminates microplastic contamination at the harvest stage itself.

When you choose OmMa Salt™, you are choosing salt cultivated in one of the most ecologically pristine protected coastlines in the world — a place where quality is enforced by nature, tradition, and international law.

"I believe you deserve to know exactly where your salt comes from. Just like me, you read labels and want to trust what you put in your body." – Jummee Park, co-founder

OmMa Salt™ is sourced and handcrafted from Jeungdo (증도) Island in South Korea's pristine ecological region, this farm sits within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Ramsar Wetland. It's Korea's largest salt farm, spanning over 4.6 million square meters of protected coastline.

Here, only 0.1% of the world's finest natural sea salt is produced using traditional solar evaporation methods in this untouched ecological haven.

While regular table salt loses most of its nutrients during processing, we do something completely different. We bake our sea salt in handmade clay jars inside clay caves for 12 hours. This unique process creates something really special—pure, clean, mineral-rich salt that's naturally alkalizing.

The result? A healthier, more flavorful salt that actually supports your body beyond just seasoning your food.

You'll taste the difference immediately.

The reality is our oceans aren't as clean as they used to be. But sea salt is still a living, mineral-rich salt with way more nutrition than mined salt usually offers.

The purification process of OmMa Salt™ starts by sealing it in premium clay jar then baking it in clay caves. This baking method does something beautiful—the clay further infuses even more beneficial minerals while preserving all the salt's natural properties. It enhances both the mineral content and flavor, creating that unique taste you can't get anywhere else.

It's honestly a little bit of magic that transforms already good sea salt into something truly exceptional. That's what makes SheSalt™ so special.

Quality matters: OmMa Salt™ provides clean, mineral-rich salt that delivers electrolytes essential for our body's functions

.• Cellular Hydration - Helps water actually get into your cells instead of just passing through

• Energy Production - Supports mitochondrial function and ATP energy creation

• Nervous System Support - Enables proper nerve signal transmission and brain function

• Muscle Function - Prevents cramping and supports proper muscle contraction/relaxation

• Blood Pressure Regulation - Helps maintain healthy blood pressure when balanced properly

• Digestive Health - Supports stomach acid production and nutrient absorption

• Adrenal Support - Reduces stress on adrenal glands and helps manage cortisol levels

• Sleep Quality - Promotes deeper, more restorative sleep through proper mineral balance

• Skin & Hair Health - Maintains moisture balance and supports collagen production

• Hormone Balance - Supports thyroid function and overall endocrine system health

The general guideline for sodium intake suggests around 2,300 mg per day for most adults. However, everyone’s needs are unique. Consult with your health care provider to find the right amount for you based on your medical conditions and lifestyle.

Yes, if you consumed too much processed sodium aka table salt:

Long term effects: kidney disease, heart disease, stomach cancer, stroke, hypertension, elevated blood pressure, bone thinning

Short term effects: bloating and swelling, increase urination, headaches, digestive issues, fatigue, weakness, excessive thirst

Absolutely! Breaking a fast with a pinch of OmMa Salt™ with water can be a delightful way to replenish electrolytes and support hydration. Just start with a little, and listen to your body as you transition back to eating.

Sea salt and water have been revered for their healing properties throughout history, dating back to ancient civilizations. The use of salt can be traced back to around 6000 BC when it was harvested from evaporated sea water and used not only for flavor but also for preservation and medicinal purposes.

Ancient Egyptians utilized sea salt in their embalming processes and recognized its ability to cleanse and purify. Similarly, the Greeks and Romans valued salt for its health benefits, incorporating it into their diets and medicinal practices. Hippocrates, often referred to as the "Father of Medicine," advocated for the use of seawater as a remedy for various ailments, recognizing its healing properties.

Water, on the other hand, has been a cornerstone of health practices across cultures. The ancient Greeks established the first known spas, where people would bathe in mineral-rich waters for relaxation and healing. In Ayurveda, the traditional Indian system of medicine, water is considered essential for balancing the body’s energies.

Together, sea salt and water create a simple yet powerful remedy that promotes hydration, detoxification, and overall wellness. This age-old combination continues to be celebrated in modern wellness practices, reflecting its enduring significance in human health.