Seaweed Wraps
Seaweed wraps are purely organic body treatments that help to detoxify the body through the sweating process to eliminate impurities from the body. These restorative wraps are great for dry, cracked skin, they help reduce the appearance of cellulite, tone and firm the skin, aid aching bones, arthritis, joint pain, water retention, sagging skin, stretch marks, and stress relief. It cleanses both inside and out.
Seaweed wraps contain sea weed, sea salt, amino acids, anti oxidants, and vitamins such as iodine, and protein. Also known as Algotherapy, the therapeutic use of sea weed is an excellent way to feel new and improved. Ingredients are selected for their individual properties and are mixed together synergistically to create a formula that can be absorbed by the skin to help with a specific problem. Once the formula is applied to the specific area or all over the body it is then wrapped with a style bandages (or wrapping cloths) which help hold the formula on the skin and keep the body warm, and then covered with warm blankets and towels, and left to sweat out the toxins. While most spas offer a seaweed wrap that covers the entire body, it is possible to receive a treatment that targets specific areas such as the arms or legs. Seaweed treatments will improve the firmness in your skin as well as help you with other problems.
There are over 3,000 different types of seaweed. Most wraps use seaweed algae from the Brittany Coast of France. Something about the way it grows in that area of the world. A lot of spas will order the seaweed from France to use in their centers for their own famous seaweed wraps.
Just to name a few, and their beneficial properties:
- Spirulina: Single cell alga rich in protein and antioxidants.
- Laminaria: Green alga, rich in iodine and stimulates the oxygen content in the cells.
- White Alga: Rich in calcium and magnesium. Acts as an anti-inflammatory and helps to relieve water retention, and stimulate circulation.
Most seaweed wraps take place at the spa, however there are natural recipes that help you in creating the same wrap at home. The cost of a seaweed wrap usually costs about $100. You can purchase seaweed paste for an average of $20-$30, or make your own by finding a good recipe online. Whether you venture to the spa for your first seaweed wrap or choose to enjoy it in your own home, the results will leave you amazed.
TIP: Seaweed wraps should not be used as a substitute for the care and medications of your professional health care team but can be an alternative to discuss with your doctor about trying a few times. Always consult with your doctor prior to doing any type of body wrap since you are exposed to a great deal of heat. Some people with certain medical conditions are not advised to use body wraps.
