Body Treatments: Detox Wraps and Paraffin Hand Spa

Body wraps using seaweed or Vaseline are popular tools for localized firming and weight loss. Explore the benefits of paraffin hand spas and learn how ionic-detox foot baths and warm water soaks can improve circulation and eliminate toxins.

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What Are the Benefits of a Paraffin Hand Spa?

Petroleum-based paraffin wax is used in salons and spas to soften and soothe skin, most often on the hands and feet, and sometimes on arms and legs. Your hands are submerged in the warm liquid wax of a paraffin hand spa, and the wax then hardens slightly on your skin and is removed after a few minutes.

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Paraffin Wax Treatment for Feet

A paraffin wax "dip" or "bath" is a soothing treatment in which the feet are submerged in a warm mixture of paraffin, a petroleum-based wax, and mineral oil. This warming treatment soothes aching joints and improves circulation, and the combination of oil and wax softens rough skin.

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