Clay body wraps can provide temporary slimming and loss of inches. Wrapping the entire body warms the skin, allowing blood to rush to the skin's surface while improving circulation and flushing out impurities. Clay can also absorb fluids and temporarily compact pockets of fat under the skin. Ingredients found in clay body wraps, such as olive oil, can provide moisture for the skin according to Skin Care Resource Center. The wraps can also be made at home with a few simple ingredients.
Green Clay Body Wrap
Step 1
Boil two cups of water in a large saucepan.
Step 2
Add ¼ cup of sea salt, and wait a few minutes for the salt to dissolve.
Step 3
Add one cup of green clay, which can be found at health or beauty supply stores, and two tablespoons of olive oil. Stir the mixture thoroughly with a wooden spoon.
Step 4
Add more water if necessary. The consistency should be wet and pasty.
Clay Powder Body Wrap
Step 1
Add two ginger roots, 15 strawberries, and four tablespoons of cosmetic grade clay, which can be found at beauty supply stores, into a blender.
Step 2
Blend the mixture on high speed for one minute.
Step 3
Add more clay if necessary. The consistency should be wet, thick and pasty.
Tips and Warnings
- Take a warm bath or shower before applying the wrap to open your pores. Apply the body wrap with a paintbrush and leave it on for 20 minutes. Try applying the body wrap and then lying in the bathtub to minimize the mess. You can also spread two or three towels on the ground and lie on those.
Things You'll Need
- Saucepan
- 2 cups water
- ¼ cup sea salt
- 1 cup green clay
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Wooden spoon
- Blender
- 2 ginger roots
- 15 strawberries
- 4 tablespoons cosmetic grade clay powder
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