Paraffin Wax Treatment

Paraffin Wax Treatment

Doctors who wanted to alleviate their patients’ arthritis pain first used paraffin wax in the 1950s. Three decades later, during the 1980s, it became widely used as beauty treatment. You’ll find paraffin wax treatment on the list of services at nail salons and spas, although this hydrating wax has benefits that go beyond skin-deep.

What Is Paraffin Wax Treatment?

Paraffin wax treatment Is a kind of spa treatment that Is most often applied to the hands and feet as a pall of manicures and pedicures. Paraffin wax (or simply ‘paraffin), which is the essential substance used for treatment, is unlike spa wax used for hair removal. It is a softer wax mostly white, odorless and tasteless, with a typical melting point between about 47 °C and 64 *C which is lower than normal temperature.

How does paraffin wax treatment benefit you?

When it melts and gets warmer, the paraffin wax will help moisturize dry and chapped skin making it soft and smooth. It is also helpful for people with arthritic problems, relieving joint pain and muscular aches. Calming scented oils such as lavender rose, orange etc. are often added to the wax for the aroma-therapeutic effect. At the same time, the heat from the paraffin opens pores and increases circulation in the skin. This is why paraffin is so beneficial to skin, leaving skin softened and more radiant. See more information on paraffin treatment hygiene.

• to soothe chronic arthritis joint pain
• to relax stiff muscles
• in therapeutic massage for clients and for practioners’ self-care
• prior to therapeutic exercise
• during physical and occupational therapy
• to increase range of motion
• to relieve dryness from repeated hand-washing
• for tired, overworked hands
• for very dry skin
• for salon manicures and pedicures
• for paraffin facials
• in spas
• to warm cold hands, especially in winter
• and more!

What will the treatment look like?

Spa specialists or beauticians will melt blocks of paraffin wax in a double boiler while preparing your hands and/or feet by washing and drying. They will test if the wax has the right temperature for you. When ready, the specialists will have your hands or feet gently and slowly dipped into the warm melted plow wax—from your fingers to your wrists, from your toes to your ankles, and hold for just an instant. They allow the wax to set and form a thin layer, then dip repeatedly until you have several layers built up. After that, the coated part will be wrapped with a plastic liner, covered with terrycloth mitts, booties or blanket and left to ‘soak’ in the layer of wax for at least 20 minutes. Now you can take your time, relax yourself with a nice mom some good music or a peaceful nap, be welting for the hardening wax to peel off and find your skin left hydrated, smooth and soft.
You can do paraffin wax treatment by yourself at home with a home wax kit available in beauty supply shops. But please note that the double boiler Is necessary for safety purposes; while those with dermatitis, burns, skin rashes, open wounds and any such skin condition should avoid wax treatment. However, for a better experience of being pampered, you can also have the treatment at a spa or salon.

Do it yourself Paraffin Wax Treatment !!

Things You’ll Need:
1.Soap
2.Towel
3. 4 pounds of paraffin
4. Double boiler
5. Essential oil (optional)
6. 1 cup of mineral oil
7. Plastic container large enough for hands
8. Olive oil
9. 2 plastic baggies
10. Thick towel or warming mitt
11. Tissue
12. Moisturizer

When paraffin wax melts, its soft consistency allows it to, in effect, fit your hand like a glove as you dip into it. And because paraffin can hang onto a lot of heat, it can then transfer this heat onto your hand and into aching joints and muscles, which results in increased blood flow. This effective heat transfer process is why paraffin wax treatments are considered helpful in reducing the pain and stiffness from osteoarthritis, injuries and inflammation. When you have a paraffin wax hand treatment, whether it’s to soften your skin or to treat aching and stiff joints, enveloping your hand in a plastic bag and a towel help retain the heat longer.

Step 1

Wash your hands well with soap. Rinse and dry them completely with a lint-free towel

Step 2

Place 4 pounds of food-grade paraffin into the top of a double boiler. Fill the bottom of a double boiler ¾ full with water. If you want the added benefit of aromatherapy, add 12 to 15 drops of essential oil to wax. Place the boiler on the stove over low to medium heat.

Step 3

Add in one cup of mineral oil to the top of the boiler.

Step 4

Remove the boiler from the stove when the wax is completely melted. Pour the wax into the greased plastic container.

Step 5

Massage a few drops of olive oil into your hand, making sure to get it between your fingers.

Step 6

Test the temperature of the wax when a thin skin has formed on the top. Use a thermometer to check the temperature. When it reads 125 degrees Fahrenheit, proceed to the next step.

Step 7

Dip your hand into the paraffin wax, being careful to lower your hand as far as needed to cover your entire hand.

Step 8

Lift your hand out of the wax after a few seconds, when a layer has formed. When the shine has faded, which means the wax is dry, dip your hand in again. Continue dipping your hand into the wax, accumulating several layers (five to seven).

Step 9

Remove your hand from the wax when you’ve built up several layers, and insert it into large plastic baggies.

Step 10

Cover your hand in a thick towel or insert it into an insulated mitt and wait 10 to 15 minutes, then remove your hand from the mitt or towel.

Step 11

Remove the plastic bag, and then remove the wax from your hand with a soft tissue. Then, Rub moisturizer into your hand.

Step 12

Treat your other hand, if desired. Transfer wax back to the double boiler to warm up, and repeat steps.

Warning

Paraffin Wax Treatment are not recommended for those who suffer from varicose veins or who have hypertension or diabetes.