Paraffin wax is a colorless, soft wax that can provide therapeutic heat therapy for the hands and feet. It also has softening and moisturizing effects on the skin. Paraffin wax is often used to help soften the skin of the hands, cuticles, and feet because its colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It is a natural emollient, helping make skin supple and soft. When applied to the skin, it adds moisture and continues to boost the moisture levels of the skin after the treatment is complete. Paraffin wax can help alleviate dry skin and can help to hydrate and soothe for baby-soft skin. It can also promote blood circulation, remove ageing corneous cell, improve rough skin, relieve fatigue, and provide heat therapy.
If you are interested in using paraffin wax for hand treatments, you can purchase a portable paraffin wax bath to use for at-home treatments. To do an at-home treatment, you’ll need the following supplies: four pounds of food-grade paraffin wax, double boiler, measuring cup, mineral oil, greased plastic container, thermometer, olive oil, sealable plastic bag, towel or oven mitt, timer, tissue, and moisturizer. Alternatively, you can purchase a paraffin wax machine that comes with paraffin wax and hand liners.
Positive aspects of using paraffin wax for hand treatments include its ability to soften and moisturize the skin, promote blood circulation, and provide heat therapy. Negative aspects include safety risks involved with using it, such as burns and skin irritation.
Ingredients or materials used in paraffin wax include hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum. Some paraffin wax products also contain additional ingredients such as chamomile, sweet almond oil, coconut oil, and vitamins A and E.
