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About All-Natural Body Detox Wraps

Here's a gentle way to release toxins from your body by drawing them through the skin. With all-natural body detox wraps, you'll use mineral-rich clay, usually bentonite or sea clay, which is then held in place against your skin with fabric or plastic wraps. Seaweed and algae also can be used. It takes about an hour, and you can do a full wrap or work on specific areas.

  1. Benefits

    • Toxins are more easily removed through the skin than through fasting or other types of cleanses. The body detox wrap rapidly draws toxins directly out. In addition, the wraps can have slimming effects, reduce cellulite and stretch marks, and tighten skin. They also relieve joint and muscle pain and inflammation.

    The Process

    • Drink a glass or two of water both before and after the process, as this will help flush out toxins. Take a comfortably warm shower to open your pores before applying the clay. For the basic body wrap, boil water and then add the clay ingredients (and sea salt as well if you prefer). Stir until the ingredients are mixed well and form a paste. Apply this clay paste to your entire body and cover yourself with the wrapping material you choose, such as a clean sheet. Then lie in a warm bath for a minimum of 45 minutes and up to 1 hour. See the Resources section for a link to some recipes for body detox wraps.

    Additions

    • You can add other ingredients to the most basic wrap, such as herbs or essential oils, for an aromatic experience that you may find more relaxing and enjoyable. Choose from your favorite scents such as sandalwood, lavender, chamomile, bergamot, vanilla or others. Certain herbs have healthy effects, and you can choose those that address any issues you want to improve. Alfalfa leaf, for instance, is used to help with arthritis, diabetes and digestive problems. Rose hips are a good source of vitamin C, an immune-system booster and antioxidant. A multitude of other herbs are available.

    Side Effects

    • Because some people have side effects due to the rapid detoxification, you may want to do a partial wrap first to see how you feel afterward. In addition, detoxification continues for several days afterward as additional toxins emerge. Side effects may include fatigue, headaches, bad breath, body odor or an acne breakout.

    Where to Buy

    • You can buy ingredients for all-natural body detox wraps at online retailers and health food stores. If you prefer not to make your own, kits are available as well (see Resources below). Many salons and spas also perform these treatments.

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