Mixing salt and vinegar in a glass and leaving it in a room is a popular folk practice, often believed to:
- Absorb negative energy (in spiritual or cultural traditions)
- Neutralize odors or freshen the air
- Serve as a DIY air purifier or energy “cleanser”
🧪 What Happens Scientifically?
When you mix salt and vinegar:
- No dangerous chemical reaction occurs.
- The vinegar (acetic acid) gives off a strong, sour smell.
- Salt may help absorb moisture or odors, especially in humid areas.
However, it won’t literally “pull toxins out of the air” or remove bacteria like a purifier would.
🧹 Why People Use It Spiritually or Symbolically
In many traditions (Feng Shui, folk remedies, energy healing), it’s believed that:
- Vinegar breaks up stagnant or “negative” energy.
- Salt absorbs negativity and purifies spaces.
People often use this method to:
- Cleanse a room after an argument or illness
- Refresh a space’s energy
- As a “test” — if the salt crusts or changes appearance, some believe it indicates negative energy has been absorbed
🧪 How to Try It Safely
You’ll need:
- 1 clear glass (not metal)
- 1 tablespoon sea salt or table salt
- ½ cup white vinegar
- Optional: ½ cup water
Instructions:
- Add the salt and vinegar to the glass.
- Place it in the corner of a room where you want to “cleanse” or refresh.
- Leave it undisturbed for 24–72 hours.
- Discard and clean the glass after — don’t reuse it for food.
⚠️ Notes:
- Keep out of reach of pets and children.
- This isn’t a substitute for cleaning, medical remedies, or air filtration.
- Think of it more as a symbolic ritual or natural deodorizer, not a scientific detox method.