Paraffin: A treatment for rejuvenating hand and foot

The feet and hands are usually the hardest hit areas of the body, but a good wax treatment can restore their fresh look. After a paraffin treatment the skin feels very soft and hydrated. Once you try it you'll find out immediately.

This treatment is simple and helps moisturize the skin at deep levels. It increases blood flow and the layer of paraffin, gives the hand and feet moisture, as it prevents the moisture from evaporating and returns the moisture to the deep layers of the skin, helping to rejuvenate.

Paraffin is available in craft stores or beauty supply stores. In the salons and spas, they have a special unit that handles melted paraffin and kept at the ideal temperature. However, one can also make use of paraffin at home even without these salon devices, just put the paraffin in double boiler to melt. Once the wax is melted, the temperature must be warm but tolerable to the touch.

How is the treatment done?

• The first step is always good hygiene. Cleanse the area free of sweat, creams, deodorants, etc.

• Then apply a moisturizer, relaxing massage until total absorption.

• Spread your fingers to cover the entire surface to be treated, paraffin dip and withdraw until it begins to solidify. Repeat the procedure from 3 to 5 times until a sufficient layer to retain the temperature.

• Cover with a plastic bag and then a washcloth or towel bootie for warmth.

• One must allow the paraffin to cool down. Ensure that the place of treatment is not moved during therapy because the wax would break.

• After 10 to 15 minutes, remove the wrappings off the paraffin.

This treatment is ideal for dry and cold climates. It says it also helps people with arthritis.