During a paraffin foot treatment, the feet are dipped into a container of warmed liquid paraffin wax. A paraffin wax treatment is a relaxing beauty treatment that may be especially soothing for those who stand on their feet a lot or those who have dry or cracked feet.
Uses
Often administered in a spa setting during a pedicure, you can also do paraffin wax foot treatments at home using special equipment. The heat from the wax works to stimulate circulation throughout the body and helps to soothe sore and tired muscles in the feet. Relaxing and rejuvenating, a paraffin wax foot treatment may be especially beneficial to those suffering from joint pain when given in conjunction with a paraffin hand treatment.
Benefits
A derivative of crude mineral oil, paraffin wax is colorless, odorless and nontoxic. Adding a few drops of essential oil to the wax, such as peppermint or eucalyptus, may add to the therapeutic quality of the paraffin foot treatment. The ingredients in the paraffin, in conjunction with its warm temperature, work together to help rough or calloused skin on the feet become soft and smooth again. For best results, you should have a weekly paraffin wax treatment.
What to Expect
After applying a sterilizing solution to the feet, they are dipped, one at a time, into the warm, melted wax. After the foot is removed and the wax hardens, it may be dipped into the warm wax again to create layers of warmth and moisture. Next, the feet are wrapped in plastic and inserted into an insulated boot to hold in the heat. After about 10 minutes, the boot, the plastic and the wax are removed painlessly and with ease.
Cost
The cost of getting a paraffin foot treatment in a spa varies by location and reputation of the business. In general, the cost of a paraffin foot treatment begins at around $20 when given alone. However, many spas offer this service as part of a standard pedicure package.
Precaution
When going to a spa or salon to receive a paraffin foot treatment, ask about its safety procedures and hygiene practices. After each client, unused paraffin wax should be discarded of and the container that is used to melt the wax should be properly sanitized. Paraffin wax that is used over and over for the hands or the feet is likely to become contaminated with bacteria and fungus.
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