The Advantages of Paraffin Treatments

Paraffin wax, commonly used for beauty treatments, cooking and therapy, has been used by humans for centuries. From the Roman Empire, to World War I to modern day, the wax is defined by its color, lack of taste and ability to conduct heat. Beautycosmeticguide.com states the wax is a "chemical preservative and solid form of paraffin," and is "tasteless, has a melting point below normal temperature, and is one of the best electrical insulators." The wax is applied by dipping a body part in the melted wax, according to Therabathpro.com. The wax will then harden as it cools. In history, states Medicalsuppliesequipmentcompany.com, paraffin wax was used in France to increase healing, and for "orthopedic disorders in military hospitals" in World War I England.

Disease and Injury Treatment

• Paraffin wax is commonly used to heal diseases and injuries of the skin, joints, tendons and muscles. Diseases such as Bursitis, Eczema, Psoriasis, Fibrositis and Fibromyalgia are treated with paraffin wax, states Medicalsuppliesequipmentcompany.com. The wax also aids in the treatment of sports injuries and injuries related to strained muscles and stiff joints in heat and exercise therapy. During treatment, the wax lubricates the joint and removes excess fluid in tissue surrounding the affected area. This reduces pain and stiffness, the website states. According to Therabathpro.com, the wax also soothes as the heat seeps into the body part in pain.

Skin Advantages

• Paraffin wax is often used in beauty treatments such as manicures, pedicures and facials. Skin becomes soft, pores open and skin color improves, according Beautycosmeticguide.com. The wax, depending on the treatment, is applied to the face, hands and feet, and keeps moisture from escaping lower layers of the skin, states Medicalsuppliesequipmentcompany.com, "resulting in rejuvenated and nourished skin."

Circulatory Advantages

• Paraffin wax has also proved itself beneficial to the circulatory system. Body parts covered in the wax will have an increase in blood flow to that area, improving circulation. According to Medicalsuppliesequipmentcompany.com, the molecular weight of the wax is why circulation is benefited from paraffin treatments.

Other Advantages

• Beyond skin and medical advantages of paraffin treatments, the mind is also soothed. Healing troubling aches and pains helps calm patients, according to Medicalsuppliesequipmentcompany.com. As a part of beauty treatments, the benefits of the wax add to the pampered and calm feelings clients often feel after treatment. Other advantages of paraffin treatments are that it is a drug-free treatment, and it is easily accessible to the public, according to Therabathpro.com.