Stages of cold paraffin therapy from Arabia. Step-by-step sequence of the hot procedure. What is cosmetic paraffin

Hand care is very important for a woman, as the skin on the hands is most often subject to negative influences. Paraffin therapy is a great way to keep the skin of the hands young and toned. It is up to you to decide which paraffin therapy will be the most useful for you.

Hot wax is not for everyone. It is undesirable to use it for any skin diseases, in the presence of neoplasms, and also if there are problems with the cardiovascular system.

Cold paraffin is not melted in a special bath. A special cream warms the hands with the help of body temperature and therefore does not have the above contraindications.

Cosmetics for cold paraffin therapy.
For maximum effect, use ARAVIA professional cosmetics.

In a special set for cold paraffin therapy, ARAVIA PROFESSIONAL paraffin cream is the key ingredient. It moisturizes and softens well, restores skin elasticity and firmness, and also has a pleasant smell. Cold paraffin therapy is hygienic, as paraffin cream is used only once.
By purchasing the Tenderness set, you save time looking for materials for a pleasant SPA procedure. The kit includes everything you need to achieve a good result.

The process of cold paraffin therapy.
SPA care for your hands can be done at home. This will require special tools or a kit that contains cold paraffin for hands. The procedure is quite simple.

cleansing

Before leaving, the handles must be washed, cleaned of previously applied products. Get a manicure. Apply a special scrub ARAVIA with massage movements on the skin of the hands. It is not necessary to wash off the scrub, when it dries on your hands, the scrubbing particles can be easily removed with a non-woven napkin.

Moisturizing

Many people skip this step and apply paraffin cream right away. However, for maximum effect, it is best to use ARAVIA cream or oil, because under a thick layer of paraffin, all active ingredients will penetrate the skin and give the maximum effect.

Cream Paraffin

With a spatula, evenly distribute the cream-paraffin over the hand. You can apply one layer, it will be enough. We put a cellophane glove on the paraffin hand. Leave for 15-20 minutes

The final stage

We take off the gloves, wipe our hands with a non-woven cloth, and rub the remaining paraffin into the skin with light circular movements.

Pleasant and convenient procedure.

The procedure of cold therapy is so simple that you can easily perform it at home, enjoying the chic effect. At the same time, you can safely do household chores without fear of harming the skin, because paraffin therapy creates a protective layer that protects the skin of the hands, while maintaining its softness and elasticity.

If the skin is dry, it is best to apply cold paraffin to the hands more often, for example, every 2 days. When the skin recovers, you can reduce to once a week.

Paraffin cream is not used for the face. This tool leaves an unnecessary oily sheen. That is why facial care is carried out only with the help of hot paraffin therapy, which can be read about in another section of our website.

Do not forget that paraffin therapy is a pleasant procedure, it can be done in a great company of your girlfriends. This is a great occasion to see each other and become closer to each other, thanks to the wonderful cosmetic procedures.

Cold Paraffin. Hand and foot care

A woman's hands, like her face, are often "traitors", as they betray her age with her head. And in order to prevent this from happening, we, women, are trying our best to keep our face and hands always “on top”.
Care is especially relevant in the winter season, when the skin of the hands becomes rough and dry from the wind and cold. Therefore, today I want to offer you a relatively new type of care called cold paraffin therapy.
Hot paraffin therapy has been known for a long time, even the rich ancient Roman patricians used paraffin wraps to warm up and relax the muscles. Already in those days, pundits drew attention to the unique property of paraffin to keep warm for quite a long time. And what is interesting - even heated paraffin (up to 75-80 degrees) does not cause any burns and discomfort, and it warms the skin under it by 2-3 degrees, while softening and opening the pores in its upper layer.

In Russia, hot paraffin has been used since 1929. Even then, doctors noticed that when using a paraffin thermal compress, the process of wound healing takes place much faster and more efficiently, and then they began to use such thermal compresses for muscle strain, the treatment of arthritis, dislocations, arthrosis, and during the rehabilitation of various injuries. Today, the miraculous properties of paraffin are successfully used not only in surgery, but also in dermatology and aesthetic cosmetology.

Cold paraffin therapy "works" where any hand creams are powerless. This procedure, in terms of its actions and magical results, is no worse than the procedures with hot paraffin, except that there is no thermal effect. And all paraffin creams are flavored (chocolate, lemon, tutti-frutti, magnolia) and thanks to these additives, you can additionally get a pleasant relaxation in addition to the procedure itself.

Among other things, cold paraffin cream benefits in application, so the benefits of cold paraffin therapy are as obvious as they are convenient and comfortable.

First, we save on a special bath (and it costs a lot!), In which you need to melt the paraffin. Second, you don't have to worry about the paraffin heating procedure, calculating the optimal temperature for the procedure. Thirdly, you don’t have to wait an hour and a half (that’s how long the paraffin melts) to start the procedure itself. Fourth, the cold paraffin procedure is hygienic, since cold paraffin cream is applied individually each time, and hot paraffin is used repeatedly. Fifth, there is no need to suffer, removing the resulting thick layer of paraffin after the end of the procedure.

The ability to practice these treatments at home in a relaxed environment is the sixth benefit of cold paraffin therapy.

And seventh, a very important advantage is that the procedure itself takes about half an hour, and the effect of it lasts up to 2 weeks.

Well, tell me, what kind of cream can do this?

Of course, the method of hot paraffin therapy improves "skin breathing", promotes skin regeneration, improves blood circulation, but this method has contraindications and there are quite a lot of them. These are diseases of the heart and blood vessels (including high blood pressure, atherosclerosis), and diabetes mellitus, and cirrhosis of the liver, and bronchial asthma and varicose veins, and ovarian cysts, and infectious diseases, and rosacea, and epilepsy, and increased hairiness, and the second half of pregnancy and lactation. Also, hot paraffin is not applied to damaged skin with open wounds, abrasions. Agree, quite a solid list of contraindications!

There is nothing like this in cold paraffin therapy, there is only one contraindication - individual intolerance to the ingredients that make up the cold paraffin cream. There is, perhaps, one more "BUT" - cold cream-paraffin is not used for facial care!

This procedure is the most demanded in cosmetology today, as the result and effect of “velvet hands and feet” exceeds the expectations of the most demanding fashionistas. The skin becomes elastic, soft and hydrated, skin trugor (tonus) increases, peeling and cracks disappear, the nail plate is strengthened due to the presence of wheat germ extract and more natural essential oils in cold paraffin. It is natural essential oils that protect nails and cuticles from dryness and brittleness. In addition, due to the denser structure of cold paraffin, the cosmetic effect on the skin lasts much longer in time and is more effective in terms of results.

Now let's move on to the express recovery procedure itself.

1. Remove all jewelry from the fingers and treat the skin with lotion.
2. We apply scrub peeling on the skin of the hands (legs) and with light massage movements remove dead particles, cleansing the skin for further nutrition and hydration.
3. Apply cold paraffin cream and distribute it over the skin with massage movements. You can also use a brush to apply the cream.
4. For a greater effect, we put on plastic gloves (bags) on our hands and feet, and on top of them we have thick terry mittens. If there are no specialized terry thermal mittens and thermal socks, then you can temporarily use cotton or warm gloves and socks.
5. After half an hour of forced idleness, we remove the “warm uniform” from ourselves and carefully remove the remnants of the cream with warm water or a paper towel. wash everything off with warm water. You can carefully wipe the residue with a paper towel. (doing nothing)
6. At the end of the procedure, for a stronger effect, apply a moisturizer to the hands (feet of the feet).
Doing this procedure regularly, you will improve blood microcirculation, slow down the aging process of cells, give the skin additional nutrition and hydration, and achieve the disappearance of edema and microcracks in the feet. Also, thanks to natural additives, your nails will get a lot of pleasure, strengthening their structure, forgetting about brittleness and delamination. Literally after the second application, increased dryness, sagging and peeling of the skin will disappear, you will forget about rough feet, corns and calluses.

This pleasant procedure soothes and relaxes so wonderfully that after applying paraffin cream, you can lie down for half an hour to rest. And if you are planning to carry out this procedure closer to sleep, then it is guaranteed that this event will “drag out” until the morning.

So, with the help of such unpretentious tricks, we will put our hands and feet in order, restoring their former tenderness and elasticity. And we are guaranteed to get a lot of fun.

Greetings to all who have looked at my review.

Today I want to tell you about the salon procedure of paraffin therapy, which you can easily carry out at home at minimal cost.

At first glance, it seems that this is a very complicated procedure that is difficult to handle on your own, but after trying 1 time, you will understand that doing this procedure is very real at home.

Now such a procedure as cold paraffin has become very popular. I will tell in the review about hot and cold paraffin therapy and tell you what the difference is and which procedure is better in my opinion.

Paraffin is inexpensive and can be purchased at any pharmacy. The average price of a package of cosmetic paraffin is about 100-150 rubles.

"Hot" paraffin therapy.

For this procedure, you will need the following:

A container for melting paraffin, preferably ceramic or glass;
Paraffin (sold in a pharmacy and costs about 100 rubles per package, which is enough for at least 2 procedures);
Warm mittens or terry towel;
Hand cream without water in the composition;
2 cellophane bags

To start the procedure, it is necessary to melt the paraffin in a "water bath". To do this, put a piece of paraffin in a glass container and put it on a saucepan with boiling water. Paraffin melts gradually, turning into a transparent liquid. Approximately this process takes about 15 minutes, depending on the company and the quality of the paraffin. I advise you to grate the paraffin or cut into small pieces. Well, I'm a lazy person melting a whole piece.

The correct paraffin temperature should be no more than 50°

After the paraffin has melted, I pour it into a plastic bowl into which it will be convenient to lower my hand and wait for the paraffin to cool down a bit so that its temperature is comfortable for the skin and does not burn it.

The most important rule is to avoid getting water into the paraffin during the melting process. The container in which you will melt the paraffin must be perfectly dry so as not to get burned during the procedure!

Since I unfortunately do not have a liquid thermometer, I check the temperature of the paraffin by dipping one finger into it. As soon as I feel that the temperature has dropped to a comfortable level for the skin, I lower my entire palm, and this should be done several times 3-4.

First, I lower it once, wait a little for the paraffin to set and repeat 2-3 more times.

Before the procedure, in order for the hands to become smoother and softer and receive additional nutrition, you need to “scrub” them, and then lubricate them with hand cream.

As a scrub, I use crushed classic oatmeal, to which I add a teaspoon of oil (olive, amaranth or walnut). After this natural scrub, the handles are smooth and soft.

In the first run, you need to “spread out” your fingers.

In the subsequent ones, we hold our fingers tightly closed with them and lower them into paraffin.

After you have done this 3-4 times, you need to wrap your hand in a plastic bag and put on warm mittens on top, or, in the absence of them, wrap your hands in a warm terry towel.

After, we do the same with the other hand. Of course, it would be ideal if someone can help you, but it’s quite possible to cope on your own.

We sit in mittens for 15-20 minutes. After we remove the mittens and the bag, the paraffin is removed in a layer.

Throw the used paraffin in the trash! Since paraffin draws out toxins and slags, it is not recommended to reuse it. This does not apply to the paraffin in which you dipped your pens, if it remains, then melt it next time by adding another piece of paraffin to it.

After 10 minutes, the paraffin will begin to cool down and tightly squeeze the skin, you may feel not very pleasant sensations, your hands will begin to throb, do not worry, this is normal, you should not be afraid of this.

After you remove the paraffin, it is better to wet your palms with a paper towel, as there will be drops of sweat on them. It is not recommended to wash your hands immediately after the procedure, so it is better to do this procedure at night before going to bed.

Immediately after the first paraffin treatment, the skin of the hands is significantly transformed, it becomes smooth and soft. Dryness and flaking of the skin disappears, irritated skin calms down. Such a procedure in the cold season is recommended to be carried out once a week or two.

Having tried once, I became just a fan of this procedure, especially in the cold season, when the skin of the hands is very flaky and weathered, paraffin therapy is just a salvation for me.

Paraffin therapy has contraindications for use which you should familiarize yourself with before the procedure:

"Cold paraffin therapy"

Recently, "cold paraffin therapy" is gaining more and more popularity. This procedure is simpler than hot paraffin therapy, eliminates the possibility of burns and takes less time. It is able to bring your pens in order much faster, since you do not need to “drown” the paraffin in a water bath, wait for it to cool down. It is enough just to apply "cold paraffin" in the form of a cream on the skin, put on a bag and wrap them warmer. After 20 minutes, your hands are smooth and tender.

To make a paraffin cream, you will need the following ingredients:

Vaseline oil (liquid paraffin) - 3 tbsp.

Paraffin - 2 tbsp.

Lanolin - 1 tbsp.

Cocoa butter - 1 tbsp.

Jojoba oil - 1 tbsp.

Beeswax - 1 tbsp

Vitamin E - 1 tsp

In a water bath, melt the paraffin and gradually introduce all the other ingredients.

We melt all the components in a "water bath"

After all the components are completely melted, and the mass turns into a transparent liquid, remove it from the heat and cool.

"Cold Paraffin"

Vitamin E is added last, when the paraffin has already been removed from the water bath. Pour into a container prepared in advance, convenient for later use. I melted immediately in a glass jar. After the mass begins to cool, it hardens.

"Cold Paraffin"

Consistency in "cold paraffin" it turns out like solid oils. Upon contact with the skin, the “cream” begins to melt, and it will not be difficult to apply it.

My "cold paraffin" has a bright rich smell of chocolate, since my cocoa butter is unrefined with a very pleasant chocolate aroma. If you have an unscented oil, you can add an essential oil of your choice.

For "cold paraffin therapy" you will need:

Cellophane bag - 2 pcs;
Warm mittens;
Cream paraffin itself;
Paper napkin.

Ingredients for "cold paraffin"

Before applying cold paraffin, I also advise you to exfoliate the skin, and then apply a nourishing hand cream.

After the done manipulations with a spatula, I take out a small amount of cream and evenly distribute the cream in a thick layer over the entire surface of the brush, including the interdigital zone. Hard paraffin in contact with warm skin begins to melt, and this will not be difficult to do. We dress the bags and wrap the handles on top for 15-20 minutes. After this time, remove the mittens. Part of the paraffin will remain on the bag. Remove the remaining paraffin from the hands with a soft paper towel. Everyone can now enjoy smooth and delicate hands.

The result is instant, and immediately after the procedure, you will notice it and be pleasantly surprised. . The skin of the hands becomes moisturized, smooth and velvety. The effect of the procedure remains for a long time. Eliminates flaking and dry skin. The cold paraffin treatment is just a lifesaver for my dry and flaky skin during the winter.

After the cold paraffin treatment

Pros:

moisturizes the skin of the hands and removes dryness and peeling on the skin;
is inexpensive;
you can do it yourself at home;
paraffin can be bought at any pharmacy;
the effect is visible immediately after the first procedure

Minuses :

cold paraffin is not as harmless to the skin as we would like;
sensations during hot paraffin therapy are not very pleasant;
you need to do the procedure very carefully so as not to get a skin burn

Conclusion:

When choosing between these two types of paraffin therapy, I still prefer “hot paraffin therapy”, and I use cold paraffin cream in emergency cases when there is not enough time for a long procedure.

Paraffin cream contains mineral oil, which is able to moisturize the skin only externally, removing signs of peeling, but at the same time retaining fluid in the body, and preventing the processes of removing toxins from the skin, and the skin remains dehydrated as a result. Therefore, I would not abuse this procedure.

He doesn't let her breathe. Yes, of course, in a hand cream this ingredient is not as harmful as, for example, in a night face cream, but using it constantly you can accelerate the aging process of the skin and get the opposite effect from its use. Hot paraffin has exactly the opposite effect on the skin - it improves blood circulation, rids it of toxins, removes excess fluid from the skin, moisturizing it and making it soft and velvety. And the effect of moistened handles lasts longer from "hot paraffin".

And in general, it seems to me that if you apply absolutely any hand cream, wrap your hands in a plastic bag and put on mittens, the effect will be the same as from "cold paraffin". Maybe I'm wrong of course.

You choose only what you like best.

Let your hands be beautiful, because

“Hands are the calling card of a girl!”

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What is paraffin therapy has been known for about a century. This is a simple procedure that is widely used today in medicine and cosmetology.

Due to the unique properties of the main substance - paraffin, therapy helps to fight some diseases, improves skin condition. Paraffin therapy is applied to all parts of the body: arms, legs, face.

Paraffin therapy - what is this procedure. Features of paraffin therapy

The basic principle of the beneficial effects of paraffin lies in the ability to actively retain heat. The key advantage of low thermal conductivity is that the base substance retains temperature for a long time and is able to slowly transfer heat even into the deeper layers of the skin.

Warming up of the skin is the result of the "greenhouse effect" when body wraps are done or paraffin therapy is performed for hands and feet. What it is, cosmetologists explain in detail: the lack of air exchange and the heat from the wax warms up the skin, stimulating sweating.

Moisture does not evaporate, but is absorbed into the skin, intensively moisturizing it. As a result, the skin becomes extremely elastic.

The second property of cosmetic wax is a compression effect on the upper layers of the skin. In the process of lowering the temperature, the volume of paraffin is reduced by about 12%, the crystallizing solution tightens the skin.

Paraffin therapy is one of the few procedures with minimal side effects and noticeable, lasting results.

Features of the procedure:

Ease of carrying out therapy, both at home and in the salon.
Suitable for skin treatment on any part of the body.
No discomfort or pain.
Multi-purpose application of one component: aesthetic cosmetology, treatment of skin or cold diseases.

There are many different wax procedures, but some of them are recommended by experts in the salon or at home, after detailed consultation with a professional beautician. Wrong methods are unlikely to lead to fatal consequences, but the goal of the course is to get a positive result, and not its absence.

Cold paraffin therapy for hands (what it is, you already know) is a more gentle way of this procedure.

Cold paraffin therapy: what are its advantages and disadvantages

This is a gentle paraffin therapy for hands. It is known that this is such an alternative remedy for those who are contraindicated in the traditional method.

Paraffin cream is used for both hands and feet, and the whole procedure takes half the time than “hot” paraffin therapy. Compositions for cold application are completely ready for use and do not require forced heating.

An important advantage of "cold" paraffin therapy is the minimum list of contraindications., where only an allergic reaction and individual intolerance to the components of the composition appear.

At the same time, the method is no less effective than the "hot" one, and has a similar result. In most cases, "cold" therapy is recommended for people with severe skin diseases.

Features of cold paraffin therapy are shown in the table.

Application area	Skin of hands and feet
Consistency	Creamy, thick
Preparation for the procedure	Not required
Necessary accessories	Thermal mittens/socks, plastic or plastic bags, medium-sized brush to distribute the composition on the skin
Operating principle	Paraffin blocks the access of air to the skin, as a result of which it warms up, and all metabolic processes are stimulated.
Application result	The skin becomes smooth, hydrated and cleansed. There is a powerful lymphatic drainage effect, fine wrinkles are smoothed out, swelling subsides
Contraindications	Individual intolerance to the components

The disadvantages of the procedure include its narrow scope of use. To apply masks on the face or to treat other areas of the skin, only the hot method of paraffin therapy should be used.

What is needed for paraffin therapy

To achieve the declared result when carrying out procedures at home, you should purchase a complete set of accessories. The general principle of carrying out medical and cosmetic measures is quite similar, therefore for paraffin therapy with a cold or hot method, the same devices are used.

Bath for paraffin therapy: how to choose, price

Choosing the right waxing bath is quite simple, but keep in mind that this is a long-term device. There are several types of this device, the entire range is divided into groups according to size, type of wax used and functionality.

The bath for paraffin therapy is chosen primarily based on its volume.

The volume of the bath is one of the key selection factors. defining its scope. For paraffin therapy only for hands, a small model of 2 kg is suitable, for treating the skin of the legs, a more capacious one is needed - from 3 to 4 kg.

Modifications for procedures such as facial therapy have a special shape and small volume. Universal models are distinguished by their large volume and the ability to heat up only one serving without filling the entire container, which is very convenient.

All versions of the devices are divided according to the type of wax used. There are models designed for one or more types of paraffin.

The heating rate affects the total time allotted to the procedure. The lower the value, the better. On average, wax heating takes from 40 minutes to 1 hour.

The heating rate is another important parameter when choosing a paraffin furnace.

Modern models can combine a variety of options: indication of the heating temperature, maintaining the temperature, heating stones (stone therapy) or aromatic oils.

When analyzing the presented assortment it is recommended to study in detail the functionality of each model. Often there are very interesting devices at attractive prices.

Is it possible to replace the bath with other containers? Yes, it is possible, but unlike an enameled cup, a specialized device is much more profitable and more convenient.

When melting paraffin in a water bath, it is difficult to determine the optimal heating time, the temperature of the product. If paraffin therapy is carried out in a complex way, there is a need to periodically heat up the hardening mixture.

To bring the quality of home procedures as close as possible to salon procedures, it is recommended to purchase a professional bath. This is the most functional and convenient device with a long service life.

The cost of bath heaters depends on the manufacturer and layout., for example, the popular French model Gezatone WW3900 costs 3400 rubles, and WD916 - 2500 rubles.

Mittens for paraffin therapy: how to choose, price

Mittens are necessary to enhance the effect of the sauna and therefore to achieve the best result. In practice, you can do without them, but the use of accessories greatly simplifies the procedure.

Special materials used for the manufacture of mittens have an important property - they retain the heat of the wax qualitatively, preventing intense cooling.

The most popular are woven mittens made from natural and artificial materials:

soft spunlace - compacted lint-free material, average price - 40 rubles;
woolen or half-woolen mittens, the average price is 300 rubles;
products made of dense velor, the average price is 590 rubles;
very dense terry material, the average price is 200 rubles.

Woven thermal mittens for hands perfectly retain heat and are suitable for home or salon use. Manufacturers set a service life for such accessories - about 30 procedures, but admirers of paraffin therapy write in reviews that during this time they do not lose their properties.

To carry out the procedure at a professional level, you can purchase electric mittens. Just like woven, they are easy to use, but more convenient and functional. As a rule, in electric models there is a two-stage adjustment of the heating intensity. The accessory works from the network.

The main decision to make is to decide between woven and electric types. According to user reviews and manufacturers' assurances, any model of mittens copes with its main task - to retain heat around the compress.

Other factors such as material quality, service life, colors are subjective. For some users, the low price of spunlace is a priority, for others, the use of natural wool.

The versatility of the accessory will allow you to use thermal mittens for other cosmetic procedures at home, so cosmetologists strongly recommend purchasing a suitable pair.

Paraffin for paraffin therapy: how to choose, price

For therapy, a special purified paraffin is used., it does not contain any harmful impurities or components. The compositions are divided into cosmetic and therapeutic, a separate group is paraffin cream for "cold" paraffin therapy.

Usually, cosmetic composition is supplemented with essential oils. In addition to the pleasant aroma, this procedure has an additional effect:

aloe vera, olive or peach kernel oil deeply moisturize the skin, and peach oil wax is suitable for sensitive skin prone to allergies;
lemon, tea tree oil and lavender help restore joints;
rose oil soothes and intensively nourishes even inflamed skin;
brown algae is added to medicinal wax.

The choice of paraffin is very rich and varied, among the existing essential fillers, everyone will choose the aroma to their liking.

Note! Not all formulations are suitable for repeated use. On the packaging, the manufacturer indicates whether the wax can be used several times.

The average cost of 1 briquette weighing 450 g is from 100 to 300 rubles, depending on the manufacturing company.

Paraffin therapy kit: how to choose the price

Sets for paraffin therapy - a ready-made kit for the procedure. Traditionally, the set includes:

bath-heater;
cosmetic / therapeutic paraffin;
cream or lotion for the skin, intended to handle the application before therapy;
socks and mittens.

In specialized stores of professional cosmetics, there are other sets where only paraffin and a bath are present in the kit. Such sets are convenient in that they can be supplemented at your discretion.

Also All sets are divided by area of application:

for hands;
for legs;
for face;
universal.

The determining factor here is the size and volume of the bath.

Gezatone WW3550 - 2,999 rubles. The set from the French manufacturer includes: a bath for hand or foot therapy; 2 packages of cosmetic wax with vitamin E, weighing 450 g; thermal set.

Gezatone WW3500 - 3299 rubles. The kit for paraffin therapy at home includes a bath for hands or feet, 900 g of cosmetic paraffin with vitamin E, plastic bags and thermal cream.

Paraffin therapy: how to do at home

The general rules for conducting paraffin therapy at home are the same, regardless of the area of skin treatment. Methodically following the recommendations of experienced professionals, you can very quickly achieve the stated result.

Also be aware of safety precautions, wax therapy does not imply certain difficulties, but hot wax can be somewhat dangerous.

Methods for applying the composition:

Layering or applications. Several layers of paraffin are applied with a brush, allowing each previous one to dry. When the wax layer reaches 5 mm, an oilcloth is applied to the skin and the selected area is wrapped.

Based on the layering method, there is another option in the treatment of hands and feet - after applying the wax, dip the limb in a paraffin bath.

Another type of layering method, most often used in facial skin therapy, is to apply a gauze mesh soaked in melted wax between wax layers.

Wax plates. For the manufacture of plates, special containers-cuvettes are used. The bottom of the cuvette is covered with a film and paraffin is poured.

Cooling slightly from above, the wax takes the form of a bottom - a rectangle, it is carefully removed, wrapped in cellophane and applied to the selected place. The top is covered with a warm cloth. This method is most often used for medicinal purposes.

Method dipping when the hand or foot is completely immersed in the molten composition. When one layer begins to harden, you need to lower the limb into the bath again.

The procedure is repeated until the wax layer reaches a thickness of about 5 mm.

Rules for conducting cosmetic and medical procedures with wax:

For one procedure, a wax briquette weighing 450-500 g is enough. Paraffin should be heated to a temperature of 50-60 degrees in a water bath or in a special warming bath.
The skin is pre-cleansed using peeling or scrub, treated with a nourishing or heat-resistant cream (lotions and serums are very well absorbed by heat).
Wax is applied to the selected area of the skin or a paraffin plate is applied.

A film should be applied on top and the place should be wrapped with a warm blanket or towel (in the case of hand and foot therapy, use special mittens or socks). It is permissible to apply a layer of paraffin on the arm or leg and lower it into the bath - this will ensure that the desired temperature is maintained.

The procedure time varies from 20 to 60 minutes.
At the end of the therapy, all wax residues are removed, and a nourishing or moisturizing cream is applied to the skin.
The frequency of paraffin therapy is from 2 times a week to 1 time in 2 weeks.

Paraffin therapy for hands

Very effective paraffin therapy for hands. It is believed that this is such a universal remedy for skin rejuvenation and restoration of water balance.

In fact, the procedure has a beneficial effect not only on the skin, but also on the joints of the hands, relaxes muscles and relieves tension.

For therapy, the dipping method is suitable. After cleansing the skin, you can apply a regular cream or serum with a certain property on your hands (moisturizing for dry skin, nourishing for fading skin).

The hand is periodically lowered into a bath with a molten composition, "building up" layers of paraffin. The optimal wax thickness for hand therapy is up to 0.5 cm.

When the whole hand is wrapped in paraffin, a plastic bag is put on it, and thermal mittens are put on top. Next, repeat the procedure with the second hand. Keep wax should be no more than 1 hour.

After the time has elapsed, the mittens are removed, the bags are disposed of, and the wax residues, depending on the type, are thrown away or collected for subsequent procedures. The frequency of the procedure is 1-2 times a month.

Paraffin therapy for feet

The treatment of the skin of the legs is similar to the procedure performed on the hands. The leg is periodically lowered into the bath for 15 seconds, then removed for 10 seconds so that the layer hardens a little. They dip the leg no more than 5-6 times, then wrap it in cellophane and put on thermal socks, wrap it with a towel.

The duration of the paraffin is 20 minutes, then it is removed and a nourishing cream is applied to the skin. The frequency of the procedure is 4 times a month.

Paraffin therapy for the face

Before applying the wax, remove makeup, thoroughly cleanse the skin using light peeling. Then it is recommended to apply serum or nourishing oil to the skin.

Paraffin is applied along the massage lines with a narrow brush, avoiding the area around the eyes. Between the layers of wax, a gauze mesh with slits for the eyes and nose or special fabric masks for paraffin therapy should be applied.

A film is applied over 3-4 layers of wax and the face is covered with a warm towel. After removing the paraffin, a skin care product is applied to the skin in accordance with the type of skin. The procedure time is 25-30 minutes, the frequency is 1 time in two weeks.

Paraffin treatment is often prescribed for babies with hip dysplasia

Paraffin therapy for children

Paraffin therapy for children is therapeutic in nature. As a rule, the doctor recommends a series of procedures if any diseases of the hands or feet are detected.

Experts often advise adding ozocerite - mountain wax to paraffin. There are no specific proportion standards, most often the compositions are mixed in a 1: 1 ratio.

With kidney or respiratory tract disease, the layering or application method is common. For the treatment of muscle diseases, a special method is used for children - “boots”, “mittens”.

Molten paraffin is poured onto oilcloth and allowed to harden a little, to a state of plasticity. Then the paraffin sheet is separated from the oilcloth, divided into parts of the desired size, and the limb is wrapped. On top of the arms or legs are wrapped in cellophane, and on top - with a warm blanket, scarf or towel.

The duration of the procedure should not exceed 20 minutes. The frequency depends on the course, as a rule, compresses are done daily for 5–20 days.

What result to expect after paraffin therapy

The result of paraffin therapy depends on the purpose of its application. During the treatment, thermal exposure effectively relaxes the muscles, facilitates the exacerbation of osteochondrosis, and contributes to the treatment of various inflammations.

After cosmetic procedures, the effect has a multidirectional effect:

The skin becomes hydrated, elastic and nourished with useful substances of paraffin or used creams.
Small wrinkles are smoothed out.
A beneficial effect on the skin helps to make cellulite less pronounced.
Paraffin rejuvenates and cleanses the skin, opens pores, removes toxins.
Under the influence of heat, the capillaries expand, blood circulation in the treated area improves.
The effect of the sauna helps to get rid of edema.
Muscles relax, tension is removed from the upper and lower extremities.

Wax wraps, paraffin therapy for hands - what it is known to many, but the effect can only be felt from one's own experience. The popularity of the procedure is due to low costs and the effectiveness of therapy after the first session.

Who should not do paraffin therapy: contraindications

Before deciding on the procedure, you should familiarize yourself with the contraindications for use in detail.

It is important to note that specialists in salons sometimes carry out the procedure in the presence of any contraindication, when this does not entail negative consequences. It is not recommended to neglect the safety rules on your own.

Paraffin therapy is prohibited when:

diseases of the cardiovascular system;
varicose veins;
the presence of cuts, burns, allergic rashes or skin hypersensitivity on the skin;
individual intolerance to individual components of the composition;
diabetes mellitus;
circulatory problems and hypertension.

Cardiovascular diseases, circulatory problems are contraindications to paraffin therapy

In addition to the main contraindications, there are less common or individual ones. Doctors advise to consult a specialist before starting a course of therapy at home.

Paraffin therapy in the salon: the price of the procedure

The cost of the procedure in the salon varies between 300–2000 rubles, the average price for wrapping one area (arms, legs, face) is 500 rubles.

In the beauty parlor, paraffin therapy takes less time, because there is no need to wait until the paraffin melts. A professional quickly applies the composition to the selected area, which is much easier than applying layers yourself. In good salons, high-quality materials are used, all safety measures are observed.

An important advantage of visiting the salon is an examination and consultation with a beautician. If an allergy is detected, the specialist will remove the composition in a timely manner and give useful recommendations.

A big plus of salon paraffin therapy is a preliminary consultation and examination by a specialist

Paraffin therapy for hands, feet and face is a very effective, popular and inexpensive procedure. It is noteworthy that such a simple method helps to quickly restore skin elasticity and health, promotes recovery from inflammatory processes and skin diseases.

Paraffin therapy for hands - what is it and how to carry out the procedure at home:

Cold paraffin therapy - how to do it right:

Paraffin therapy is one of those procedures that has long been used in cosmetology as an effective means to maintain the beauty and health of the skin. Such manipulations nourish, moisturize and smooth the skin, fill it with vitamins, heal microcracks, and eliminate peeling.

To conduct a paraffin therapy session, 2 types of material are used: cold, which is often called cream paraffin, and hot. Using the latter option, as a rule, involves visiting a beauty salon. Using cold paraffin is much easier and more convenient, so it is often used at home. We will talk about him today.

paraffin?

The procedures of cold and hot paraffin therapy are similar to each other. The only difference is that cold paraffin does not need to be heated. In fact, this is a cream, the basis of which is paraffin. In order to ensure the application of the product in a cold way, other components are included in its composition. As a rule, this includes: wax, lanolin, vitamin supplements, as well as biologically active substances. Often, manufacturers, to give the cream a pleasant smell and shade, add various essential oils, fragrances and dyes.

The consistency of cold paraffin is quite dense, however, after being applied to the warm skin of the hands, the product softens.

What should be expected from him?

According to the effectiveness of the effect on the skin, cold paraffin is practically not inferior to the hot analogue. Moreover, it is much easier and more convenient to use it. The only thing to consider is that cold paraffin for the face is not used. It is designed exclusively for hands and feet.

What effect can be expected from the procedure of cold paraffin therapy?

So, paraffin cream:

Gives skin elasticity and firmness.
Moisturizes and softens. It is very important to use paraffin masks for dry, dehydrated skin, especially in winter.
Smoothes fine wrinkles.
Prevents the formation of cracks.
Eliminates brittle nails and strengthens the nail plate.
Softens the cuticle.
Eliminates burrs.
Helps in the fight against calluses and roughening of the skin.
Relieves fatigue and joint pain.
Heals small wounds and cracks.
Protects hands from the harmful effects of the environment.

Why else is cold paraffin so good? Reviews indicate that after masks using this product, the skin of the hands and feet becomes unusually tender and velvety, without traces of fat. The effect of the procedure lasts for several days. And even after washing dishes, taking a bath and other influences, the skin remains soft and supple.

Benefits of cold paraffin

Paraffin cream can be used as a skin care product for hands and feet not only in salons, but also at home. As mentioned earlier, cold cannot be used. For such purposes, its hot analogue is intended.
It does not require the use of special equipment (baths for heating paraffin), which allows not only to reduce the time of the procedure, but also save money.
It has practically no contraindications, while the use of hot paraffin is contraindicated in people with heart failure.
It is a hygienic product. A hot analogue is usually used several times, until it runs out. Each time it is used, hands are completely immersed in a bath with heated paraffin or a brush is used, lowering it into the bath. Despite the fact that salons try to carefully monitor hygiene, cold cream paraffin in terms of cleanliness is ideal: it is applied with a spatula and used once.
It has a low cost, besides it is economically consumed. In turn, salon procedures are more costly in finance.
Comfortable in using. Cold paraffin for feet and hands is completely ready for use, it does not need to be melted first, and for ease of distribution over the skin, a brush is used, applying the product with light massaging movements.

Indications for paraffin therapy

Where else, besides hands, can cold paraffin be used? Reviews claim that it works well as an emollient for rough skin on elbows, knees and heels.

The unique properties of paraffin allow you to get rid of microcracks, improve blood circulation, relieve fatigue and swelling of the legs. In addition, this procedure is suitable for people suffering from varicose veins.

Thanks to natural ingredients, it is possible to strengthen the structure of the nails.

The paraffin therapy procedure has a relaxing effect, relieves general fatigue and irritation, therefore it can be recommended as an antidepressant.

Masks with cold paraffin are suitable for those who, due to various dermatological diseases, are contraindicated in thermal effects on the skin.

Contraindications

This method of caring for the skin of the hands and feet still has some contraindications. These include individual intolerance to the components of the paraffin cream. Therefore, before using it, it is necessary to test a small area of skin for the absence of an allergy to paraffin.

How to use

Paraffin therapy is carried out in several stages.

Skin cleansing. At the initial stage, you must thoroughly wash your hands with soap and dry them dry. Next, we use a tonic that will help cleanse, moisturize and tone the skin.
Peeling. For this purpose, scrub peeling is used, which helps to remove dead skin cells of the epidermis and better penetration of cosmetics. If necessary, we do a manicure and remove the cuticle. You can also apply a nourishing cream to the skin.
Applying paraffin. Using a spatula or brush, we cover the skin of the hands with paraffin, carefully distributing the product over the entire area. Then we put on polyethylene or special cosmetic gloves. We warm our hands using a terry towel or thermal mittens. The duration of the procedure is at least 15-20 minutes.
Removal of paraffin residues. A soft cloth will work for this.
Hydration. At the final stage, moisturize the skin with a moisturizing, protective cream. Thanks to this, the skin will become soft and velvety, its firmness and elasticity will increase.

To get the maximum effect from paraffin therapy, it is important to consider some points.

The procedure is recommended to be carried out at night, because this will allow the product to penetrate deeper into the skin and further enhance its effect.
Nails should be painted after using paraffin masks.
By adding a couple of drops of essential oil to the paraffin cream, the paraffin therapy procedure will be supplemented with aromatherapy. Just keep in mind that each oil has a different effect.
Cold paraffin masks are recommended to be done at least once a week. To maintain the effect between procedures, it is advisable to use moisturizing and nourishing creams.

Cold paraffin therapy is a great addition to traditional manicures and pedicures. To carry out the procedure, you do not need to have special skills and incur high costs, but your skin will definitely thank you for such care.