Paraffin therapy is one of those procedures that has long been used in cosmetology as an effective means to maintain the beauty and he alth of the skin. Such manipulations nourish, moisturize and smooth the skin, fill it with vitamins, heal microcracks, and eliminate peeling.
For a paraffin therapy session, 2 types of material are used: cold, which is often called paraffin cream, 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.
What is cold paraffin?
Cold and hot paraffin treatments are similar. 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, otherComponents. 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, but after application to warm skin, the product softens.
What should we expect from him?
In terms of the effectiveness of the effect on the skin, cold paraffin is almost as good as a 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 I expect from the cold paraffin treatment?
So, paraffin cream:
- Gives skin elasticity and firmness.
- Hydrates and softens. It is very important to use paraffin masks for dry, dehydrated skin, especially in winter.
- Smoothes fine lines.
- Prevents cracking.
- Eliminates brittle nails and strengthens the nail plate.
- Softens cuticles.
- Removes burrs.
- Helps fight calluses and rough skin.
- Relieves fatigue and joint pain.
- Heals small wounds and cracks.
- Protects hands from environmental hazards.
What else is cold paraffin so good for? Reviews indicate that after masks using this product, the skin of the hands and feet becomes unusuallysoft 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 is still soft and supple.
Benefits of cold paraffin
- Cream-paraffin can be used as a skin care product for hands and feet not only in salons, but also at home. As mentioned earlier, cold paraffin for the face cannot be used. Its hot analogue is intended for such purposes.
- It does not require the use of special equipment (baths for heating paraffin), which not only reduces the time of the procedure, but also saves money.
- Virtually no contraindications, while the use of hot paraffin is contraindicated in people with heart failure.
- 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 spent. In turn, salon procedures are more costly in terms of finances.
- Easy to use. Cold paraffin for feet and hands is completely ready for use, it does not need to be melted first, but forfor ease of distribution on the skin, use a brush, applying the product with light massaging movements.
Indications for paraffin therapy
Cream-paraffin is recommended for restoring dry, flaky and depleted hand skin. Its use allows you to make the skin supple and elastic.
Where else, besides hands, can you use cold paraffin? Reviews claim 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 nails.
The procedure of paraffin therapy has a relaxing effect, relieves general fatigue and irritation, therefore it can be recommended as an antidepressant.
Cold paraffin masks are suitable for those who, due to various dermatological diseases, are contraindicated in thermal effects on the skin.
Contraindications
This method of skin care for hands and feet still has some contraindications. These include individual intolerance to the components of the paraffin cream. Therefore, a small area of skin should be tested to ensure that it is not allergic to paraffin before using it.
Also, cold paraffin for feet and hands is not recommended for violation of integrityskin, the presence of neoplasms, as well as purulent inflammation of the skin.
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, use a toner to help cleanse, hydrate and tone your 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 do for this.
- Moisture. 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.
Use Tips
To get the most out of paraffin therapy, there are a few things to keep in mind.
- 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.
- Paint your nails afteruse of paraffin masks.
- By adding a couple of drops of essential oil to the paraffin cream, the paraffin therapy procedure will be supplemented with aromatherapy. But do not forget 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 a traditional manicure and pedicure. 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.
