Paraffin therapy for the skin of the hands is a cosmetic procedure recognized as one of the most popular services in the range of SPA salons. In terms of its demand, paraffin therapy can only compete with complex facial skin care procedures. This demand is primarily due to the fact that hands can be a kind of indicator of a lady’s age, her social status and status in society.
The essence of the procedure
- In the process of applying a layer of paraffin to the skin of your hands, its temperature rises by about 1-1.5 degrees.
- The skin-tight paraffin film helps to increase the distance between cells, which leads to a softening of the uppermost dense layer.
- In this softened state, the skin’s ability to absorb the applied nutritional mixtures increases.
- The pores on the skin open, causing profuse sweating, and toxins come out along with sweat.
- Paraffin serves as an insulator for the treated surface of the skin of the hands, which leads to the fact that the moisture resulting from sweating cannot evaporate into the environment and is absorbed into the skin, increasing the water balance of its cellular composition.
- Cooling of cosmetic paraffin occurs within 15-20 minutes.
- Cosmetic wax is removed from the surface along with exfoliated dead cells.
Many salon clients combine this hand skin care procedure with a non-trimmed manicure, which saves time.
Having familiarized yourself with the process itself, you can easily conclude that moisturizing or hydration is the main effect of the paraffin hand wrap procedure.
Arabia
Hot and cold cream paraffin Aravia is a real favorite of the Russian market. Aravia cream-paraffin became one of the first among the products for cold procedures, significantly saving time for salon specialists and when caring at home. The difference from others is precisely that the product was immediately presented in the format of a line of products for all stages of the SPA procedure - cleansing, scrubbing, nutrition, moisturizing. Manufacturer – Russia.
For hot and cold procedures, you can choose the following options:
- Natural, with jojoba oil (no dyes, intensely moisturizes);
- Creamy chocolate (cocoa butter tones and activates metabolic processes);
- Tropical cocktail (intensively moisturizes and nourishes);
- Flower nectar (shea butter restores skin damage, smoothes wrinkles);
- French lavender (soothes, relieves swelling, moisturizes and nourishes);
- Tea tree (heals cracks, nourishes, tones).
The solid product in briquettes is packaged in 500 g in plastic packages costing from 350 rubles. To fill the bath you will need 4-5 bags.
Cream paraffin comes in 300 ml jars with a wide screw-on lid. Cost – from 450 rubles.
pros:
- Large economical packaging;
- High quality professional cosmetic series;
- The ability to immediately select a product line from this manufacturer;
Minuses:
- Relatively high cost;
- Individual intolerance to additive components in the composition.
Basic properties and characteristics of paraffin
- Low temperature at which the melting process occurs. You should not experiment with regular candle wax for this procedure, since the temperature at which it becomes liquid is several times higher than that of cosmetic wax. Such experiments may result in burns. The melting point of the cosmetic product is only 50-55 degrees, and the maximum heating value is 65 degrees, but such hot paraffin should be applied to the skin of the hands only on top of two layers of warm paraffin.
- Increased heat capacity parameters. Cosmetic paraffin releases heat slowly. During the procedure, a thick layer of wax and wrapping with a warm cloth is enough to maintain the temperature of the cosmetic product for about half an hour. This time is enough for the skin to hydrate at deep levels. During this procedure, the temperature of the skin increases by no more than 2 degrees, and the intensity of blood circulation and metabolic processes increases by 15-20%.
- Compound. Cosmetic wax goes through several purification processes before it goes on the counter, and therefore is recognized as safe for humans. And to make paraffin therapy even more effective, the following additives can be added to the bath with a cosmetic product: Aromatic oils in order to combine the procedure of paraffin therapy and aromatherapy.
- Seaweed that deeply saturates the skin with moisture.
- Valuable nourishing oils that will nourish the skin and restore the fatty mantle.
- Vitamin complex for rejuvenation and tone of the skin.
- Extract of various plants to solve some hand skin problems (peppermint, aloe, vanilla, calendula, etc.).
Depilflax
Cosmetic paraffin Depilflax for hot application. The brand specializes in waxes for hair removal and paraffins for hot processing. Solid paraffin is packaged in briquettes of 500 g in plastic packaging. Country of origin: Spain.
You can choose from the following additive options:
- Orange + peach (intensive hydration, recommended for dry, flaky skin);
- Shea white (recommended for very sensitive skin, anti-aging);
- Menthol + monoi tahiti (relieves heaviness, increases tone, protects against dehydration);
- Rose (deep nutrition and hydration, recommended for inter-season chapping);
- Cocoa (tons, intensely nourishes and moisturizes, acts as an antioxidant, relieves inflammation).
pros:
- Natural additives included;
- Wide selection of fragrances and different options for the effects of the cosmetic formula;
- Convenient packaging of 500g.
Minuses:
- Individual intolerance to additives is possible.
What does paraffin therapy do for hands?
Paraffin therapy is not only a cosmetic procedure, but also part of a skin treatment program. Various paraffin baths are useful for people with high levels of salt deposits or people suffering from orthopedic diseases. Blood flow and improved circulation during this procedure contribute to the restoration of muscle tissue, the motor function of joints and the speedy healing of cuts and wounds.
Dona Jerdona
Solid paraffin Dona Jerdona for hot procedures. The composition contains coconut oil for additional intensive nutrition and moisturizing of the skin. Packaged in plastic containers of 400 g, costing from 350 rubles. Manufacturer – Dona Jerdona, Russia.
Types of additives:
- Shea butter (nutrition and hydration, softening calluses and roughness, healing cracks);
- Tea tree with coconut oil (light antiseptic, nourishes, promotes cell regeneration);
- Peach with coconut oil (activates metabolic processes, intensively nourishes);
- Strawberries with coconut oil (toning, moisturizing, removing puffiness);
- Aloe + shea and coconut butter (moisturizing, toning and regeneration);
- Bio-paraffin white (purified, hypoallergenic, contains vitamins A, E and shea butter for intensive nutrition and skin restoration).
pros:
- Contains vitamins A and E, oils and extracts;
- Convenient packaging of 400 g;
- Wide selection of additives for different purposes of SPA procedures.
Minuses:
- Individual intolerance to the components of the composition is possible;
- Individual contraindications for hot paraffin therapy.
results
Happy clients see the effect of the procedure as soon as the paraffin is removed. One of the brightest advantages of paraffin therapy is that you don’t have to wait for the result, it is instantaneous and lasts for several days.
After completing this procedure, clients receive:
- Deep hydration of the skin.
- Removing the peeling process.
- Eliminates the feeling of roughness.
- Beautiful and healthy color.
- Increased elasticity.
- Raising tone.
- Healing of cracks.
- Reduction or complete removal of pain in the joints of the hand and fingers.
Start Epil
Start Epil paraffin cream for cold application. The brand's product lines include only products for cold paraffin therapy. The cosmetic composition is packaged in 150 ml jars costing from 300 rubles. Manufacturer – Start Epil, Russia.
The following options for compositions with added oils and extracts are offered:
- Fruit sherbet (orange extract, mango and shea butter for intense nutrition and hydration);
- Vanilla mousse (vanilla extract and shea butter for intensive cell restoration);
- Chocolate cream (vanilla extract, cocoa butter and shea butter to improve tone and nutrition);
- Strawberry smoothie (strawberry extract and shea butter to moisturize, nourish and renew skin cells).
pros:
- Wide selection of flavors and additives for individual purposes;
- Small containers for ease of use at home or with a small flow of clients;
- Pleasant aroma;
- Economical.
Minuses:
- Individual intolerance to additive components is possible.
Types of paraffin therapy and methods of applying cosmetics
For paraffin hand wraps, two types of paraffin are used:
- Hot.
- Cold.
For those people who, for some reason, are contraindicated in thermal procedures, and therefore the effects of hot paraffin, cold wax is perfect.
Such contraindications are absolutely not a reason to refuse paraffin therapy. In almost any beauty salon, such clients will be offered a procedure in which hot paraffin will be replaced with cold one. Cold cosmetic wax does not need to be heated; it melts at room temperature and has a liquid consistency. When performing this procedure, there is absolutely no risk of thermal exposure, but all the benefits from such a procedure will remain.
A cosmetic procedure using cold paraffin is recommended for pregnant women.
In addition to the types of paraffin used during a cosmetic procedure, the methods of its application may also differ:
- Full immersion. To implement this method, you need a specialized electric bath that heats the cosmetic substance to the required melting temperature and maintains its liquid state. It is in the container of this electrical device that the client immerses his hands, usually several times, increasing the number of layers of wax;
- Application with a brush. With this method, the cosmetic product is applied to the skin of the hands using a brush, with which the wax is distributed in an even layer over the entire surface;
- Combined application method . This procedure is suitable for clients whose skin tolerates heat well. When performing paraffin therapy using this method, about 3 layers of wax, heated to a temperature of 55 degrees, are applied to the client’s hands by immersion, and then wax is layered, heated to 65 degrees. The effect of such a wax coating will be many times higher due to the stronger temperature effect.
ItalWax White Line
ItalWax hard paraffin for hot procedures. The brand specializes in hair removal products and offers paraffin for hot application in 500 g briquettes costing from 350 rubles. Manufacturer – White Line, Italy.
Types of additives to choose from:
- Rose (softens, whitens, actively nourishes);
- White orchid (moisturizes, relieves puffiness, accelerates metabolic processes);
- Strawberry (rejuvenates, nourishes, tones);
- Peach (vitamins A and E, vegetable oils for dry and rough skin);
- Olive (tons, nourishes and intensely moisturizes);
- Natural (smoothes, softens, intensively moisturizes and nourishes).
pros:
- Large selection of additives and flavors in the brand’s line;
- Excellent quality for an affordable price;
- Convenient packaging of 500 g for a large flow of customers;
- Vitamins A and E included.
Minuses:
- Individual intolerance to additive components is possible;
- General and individual contraindications for hot paraffin therapy.
Contraindications
- The presence of defects on the skin such as scratches, rashes, ulcers, purulent wounds or abrasions.
- Vascular hypertension, which is accompanied by exacerbations.
- Allergy to cosmetics.
- Infectious diseases.
- Decompensated type diabetes.
- Excessive hair growth.
- Phlebeurysm.
- Hypertension.
- Heart ailments.
If there is even just one contraindication, you should consult with a therapist about whether the procedure using hot wax is dangerous.
Description of the salon procedure
The paraffin therapy procedure has the following step-by-step execution, each stage of which is important and necessary:
- The first step is to disinfect your hands.
- Next, a nourishing cream with a moisturizing effect is applied to the hands. Also, instead of a cream, a specialized emulsion with a nourishing effect can be used.
- After these steps, the client’s hands are lowered into a bath of heated paraffin. The hands are immersed for a few seconds, after which they are stretched out for a few seconds and again lowered into the bath. It is very important that a layer of sufficient thickness remains on the surface of the hands.
- Next, the bath is set aside and specialized plastic mittens or ordinary plastic pockets are put on the handles.
- Mittens made of terry cloth are put on top of the gloves.
- Keep your hands in such a warm bathhouse for about 20 minutes.
- After the expiration date, mittens, gloves and wax residues are removed and the skin is simply wiped dry.
As soon as the hands are freed from paraffin, it is not recommended to leave the salon; you should spend at least half an hour in the room. Significant temperature changes have a negative effect on the skin, removing the effect of therapy.
It is not recommended to perform a wax wrap immediately after a trimmed manicure, since in such a situation it will be accompanied by unpleasant sensations.
Paraffin therapy for hands at home
This type of therapy is not so complex that it cannot be done right at home on your own. To do this you need to purchase:
- Purified cosmetic paraffin, at least 2 kilograms.
- A bowl in which it will melt.
- Plastic bags.
- Thick hand cream with moisturizing effect.
- Scrub.
- Terry towels (one for each handle).
You must proceed as follows:
- Paraffin must be melted in a water bath. The main thing is that splashes of water do not get into the container with wax; The wax should be heated only once, because after re-melting it completely loses its cosmetic and beneficial properties.
- While the paraffin is melting, it is necessary to prepare the skin of the hands for the procedure: The hands should be treated with a scrub to remove dead cells;
- Next, moisturizer is applied;
In order to achieve the maximum effect from this procedure at home, you should add auxiliary products to the paraffin, such as vitamin “E” or aloe vera juice.
RuNail
RuNail paraffin for a hot procedure. The brand's assortment includes only kindling products, packaged in 450 g briquettes. Cost - from 250 rubles. Manufacturer – RuNail, Russia. You can choose scents:
- Ripe peach (soothes, promotes cell regeneration, provides optimal hydration for a long period);
- Luxurious rose (activates metabolic processes, nourishes, restores hydrolipid balance);
- Juicy orange (has an antioxidant effect, intensely moisturizes);
- Fragrant lemon (stimulates collagen synthesis processes, cleanses, whitens, gets rid of age spots);
- Tea tree (refreshes, has a slight antiseptic effect, ideal for spa pedicure);
- Jasmine flower (recommended for very dry skin of hands and feet, contains vegetable oils and vitamin E);
- Provençal lavender (contains floral oils and vitamin E, soothes and relieves inflammation, gives the skin a light lavender aroma).
pros:
- Wide selection of additives;
- Contains vitamin E and vegetable oils;
- Convenient packaging of 500 g for salon and spa formats.
Minuses:
- Individual intolerance to additive components;
- Contraindications for hot procedure.
Frequency and number of sessions
There are simply no strict recommendations on how often such a cosmetic procedure can be carried out, and with what frequency. You can go to the salon for paraffin therapy or do it at home as soon as you want. To achieve the desired effect, salon experts recommend a course of 10 sessions every other day.
After one procedure, the effect lasts 3-4 weeks, and no special hand care is required during this period.
During winter at temperatures below zero, the procedure should be repeated at least once a week to ensure that the skin on your hands remains soft and smooth.
Approximate prices
The price range of paraffin therapy can vary from 450 to 1500 rubles:
- 450 rub. – the usual and common price for most salons;
- 1 – 1.3 thousand rubles. – the cost of this procedure in elite salons;
- 1.5 thousand rubles. – this price can be found quite rarely among top-class craftsmen.
The price of paraffin therapy depends on many factors:
- Salon status;
- Cosmetics class;
- Availability of additional types in the procedure (scrubbing, massage, etc.).
To ensure that the final amount does not come as a surprise, you should clarify its completeness and nuances before the procedure.
