Hot paraffin warms, softens and moisturizes the skin. There is a removal of keratinized cells, the pores expand, and the skin "breathes". Thanks to paraffin therapy, toxins are removed from the skin, the moisture contained in the skin is retained, and the water balance is restored. Applications of paraffin help to get rid of scars and traces of acne, effectively moisturize dry skin and tone the fading. Paraffinotherapy for the face gives an excellent result in the fight against swelling, greasy stoppers and fine wrinkles.
Face.
So, if you at home decided to experience all the advantages of paraffin as a face mask, you will need paraffin, a brush, a soft terry towel and a plastic film with slits for the eyes and nose.
To prepare paraffin for the application, it should be heated in a water bath up to 52-54 C. When the mass becomes liquid and viscous - paraffin is ready. Apply on the skin it must be hot. One of the features of paraffin is low thermal conductivity. Thanks to her, the application of paraffin for a long time remains warm, and the risk of a burn is almost absent.
Preheated paraffin should be applied with a brush on the face evenly. After a short period of time, apply a few more layers. Then you should cover your face with a film with slits, lie on your back and cover your face with a towel. Be ready for an easy compressive effect - the paraffin on cooling will decrease in volume and slightly tighten the skin. After 30 minutes, the application can be carefully removed. You will notice the results of the procedure right after it ends - the skin will be soft, smooth and fresh. At the end of the procedure, apply a nourishing or moisturizing cream to the face.
You can slightly adjust the procedure of application, adding a layer of dry gauze wipes to the first layer of paraffin. The remaining 5-6 layers should be applied with a brush to the gauze. Mask, as in the first case, it is necessary to keep on the face for 30 minutes, then gently remove from the bottom up. After the procedure, there is no need to wash with water, but applying the cream will be very useful. Open pores will quickly absorb the cream, and its effect on the skin will be particularly effective.
After the procedure, a special self-massage of the face will also be useful.
Hands.
Paraffinotherapy is effective not only for the face, but also for the hands. This procedure is included in the number of services of many manicure salons, and women who tested it, can confirm that it is very pleasant. Paraffin therapy for hands gives excellent results at any time of the year, but in winter the effect will be particularly noticeable. During the cold season, the skin of the hands becomes coarse, flaky and weather-beaten. Regular procedures of paraffin therapy will help to cope with all these troubles.
Fortunately, to conduct paraffin therapy for the skin of hands, it is not necessary to contact professional masters, the session can be arranged at home. To do this, pre-melt the paraffin wax. Wash your hands and apply a moisturizer or lotion to their skin. Then put one relaxed hand into the paraffin mass to the wrist. Hold the hand still, then remove it for a few seconds from the paraffin tank and re-immerse. After 3-5 such dives, paraffin will cover the hand with a thick layer, after which it is necessary to cover the hand with polyethylene and put on a warm mahr glove. Repeat all these steps for the second hand. Hold hands at rest for 20 minutes, then remove the mittens, remove the film and paraffin. Apply a moisturizer to the skin. To achieve the maximum effect of the procedure, it is recommended to do a massage of the hands.
Similarly, paraffin therapy for feet can be performed.
Cosmetic paraffin of fine quality is produced by many domestic and western companies. It can be purchased at pharmacies. In addition to the paraffin itself, Western manufacturers offer all sorts of convenient accessories for paraffin therapy - containers for heating up raw materials, gloves, socks, etc. They can also be found in pharmacies or ordered online.