What Are the Benefits of Clay Body Wraps?

Clay body wraps are used to tone and tighten the skin.

Clay body wraps are touted as aids for weight loss and for refining the skin. As the body's largest organ, the skin is believed to have the ability to absorb the healing benefits of clay through its pores.

Types

The clays most often used in body and facial wrapping are bentonite, French green, red, sea and Dead Sea clay.

Bentonite Clay

Bentonite clay is used for its drawing quality, pulling toxins out of the skin via the pores. It is also used for facial and therapeutic body wrapping to remove toxins.

Sea and Dead Sea Clay

Sea and Dead Sea clay carry high potassium levels and are the choices most often used in body wrapping for weight loss.

Weight Loss

Some alternative healers say clay body wraps help with weight loss. However, according to "Body Wrap Weight Loss Fact or Fantasy" by Neva Howell, a body loses inches rather than weight, and even this result is only temporary.

Red Clay

Red clay is also a popular choice for a body wrap. It contains a high-mineral content that is beneficial to the skin while helping the body appear more taut and toned.

References

• The History of Body Wraps
• Wrap Yourself Slim
• Ask A Healer