How to Make a Slimming Body Wrap

Whether it's because of trying to fit into a dress for that big night or trying to loose those stubborn inches, slimming body wraps are all the rage at spas. The results of these treatments depend on the ingredients, and the cost can make a dent in the average person's wallet. You can make these slimming spa wraps at home for a fraction of the cost.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 60 ml jojoba oil 5 drops lemon grass Essential oil 10 drops grapefruit essential oil 3 drops orange essential oil Bottle 1 cup green clay 1/4 cup sea salt 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 cups water Plastic wrap Plastic or glass container

Quick Oil Wrap

1. Mix the essential oils into the jojoba oil.

2. Cover your waist and stomach area with the oil, and wrap with the plastic wrap.

3. Leave the wrap on overnight. The plastic wrap will cause your skin to retain its body heat and sweat.

Clay Slimming Wrap

4. Stir the sea salt into the water until dissolved. Add the clay and olive oil. Mix together until a paste is formed.

5. Take a long, warm to hot shower. This will open your pores and help the wrap seep into your body.

6. Leave the shower running.

7. Apply the clay paste to the desired part of your body.

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   Wrap the area with plastic wrap using an upward direction, and let sit for 30 minutes.

9. Remove the plastic wrap, and take a lukewarm shower. This will close your pores. Continue to take lukewarm showers for the next 2 days to keep your pores closed.

10. Take a very warm to hot shower on the third day. This will open your pores and the toxins will be released.

Tips & Warnings

• Relax during the clay treatment by adding your favorite essential oil and listening to relaxing music, having a cup of tea, and/or reading a good book.
• Always do a small test spot to see if you have any sensitiveness to the ingredients. A good place to use is the inside of your arm. Many of the results may be temporary. Maximum results are seen when combined with diet and exercise.

[ashfeather]

on 6/11/2009 Where can you get the oils?