However, the weight that is dropped is not permanently shed. It is essentially water weight that is sweat out of the body. Once the body regulates its water balance after the treatment, the weight will return. This will typically take about one week. If you undergo this type of treatment, beware that dehydration is a possible side effect. There are some spas that still offer a weight loss body wrap treatment. While this type of body wrap may not be ideal for permanent weight loss, it can help you fit into that dress that is just a little bit tight. This might come in handy if you are going to attend a special event and do not have the time to drop the weight for good. To avoid the possibly harmful effect of dehydration, keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fresh, pure water.
If quick weight loss is not your goal but you are looking for an endlessly relaxing session, an herbal body wrap for the purpose of detoxification may be a better treatment for you. This type of wrap involves the use of mud, clay, seaweed or algae. These substances will assist the body in releasing toxins through metabolic stimulation. Often, a treatment will follow the wrap that moisturizes and hydrates the skin using shea butter.
The treatment begins when you lie down over the materials that you will be wrapped in during the session (mylar, plastic, towels or sheets). Before you are spread with the seaweed or mud, you will be dry brushed or treated with a salt scrub which will exfoliate your skin. Sometimes, the treatment will be performed by a massage therapist. When this is the case, the masseuse will often incorporate massage techniques into the session. Wraps performed by estheticians will not involve any massage.
When booking your session be certain you know who is treating you and what the session will involve so that you ensure you will be scheduling the type of treatment you desire. There are spas that will offer signature services which may incorporate a dry brushing or body scrub, followed by a body wrap with massage. Often, the room that the treatment will take place is equipped with a Vichy shower, wet table or shower. This makes rinsing after the treatment easy.
When the wrap is applied to your body, you will be covered in order to stay warm. The wrap treatment itself will typically last about 20 minutes with the total treatment time being anywhere from 30-60 minutes. The remainder of the time will be utilized to apply and remove the wrap and materials as well as incorporate any other treatments that are going to be performed.
If the therapist is not a masseuse, s/he may leave the room during the 20-minute wrap period. If s/he is a masseuse, they may offer a stress-reducing scalp massage. Once the treatment is finished, the wrap will be removed and you will rinse the mud or seaweed off your skin. At this point, the shea butter moisturizer will be applied. You will feel relaxed and rejuvenated!
It is important to note that the herbal body wrap treatment is confining. If you are uncomfortable in close quarters or being wrapped tightly, this may not be the treatment for you. If you are aware of these constrictions and wish to give this treatment a try, you will have a wonderfully relaxing experience!
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