How to Do an Anti-Cellulite Detoxifying Coffee Body Wrap
Coffee body wraps are useful for increasing blood circulation due to the caffeine content and can contribute to the reduction of cellulite. In addition, they increase body tone and firmness due to the action of the caffeine contained within the coffee grounds. Coffee body wraps can be performed at home using over-the-counter products. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Buff puff or washcloth
- Plastic cling wrap
- Coffee maker
- 35 oz. coffee grounds
- 1 tsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. nutmeg
- 1 tsp. eucalyptus oil
- 1 tsp. seaweed oil
- 1 tsp. rose
- 3 tsp. sea salts
- Large bowl
Instructions
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Depending on body size, you may need 34 to 120 oz. of coffee to do a complete body wrap. You might also just want to wrap specific problem areas. Combine all ingredients listed. Brew coffee and empty it into a large bowl to cool. The grounds should be warm, but not hot. It may take several brewing cycles to make enough coffee for full body coverage.
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Take a hot shower to open pores on the body and make them receptive to the wrap solution. Exfoliate the areas you intend to wrap with a buffer or washcloth. Pay special attention to problem areas.
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Mix coffee grounds, olive oil, eucalyptus oil, seaweed oil and sea salts in a large bowl. The mixture should form the consistency of a paste. Warm in the microwave if necessary when mixture has become too cool.
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Lay beach towels down in the area where you will apply the mixture. Apply the coffee mixture to the body or problem areas by rubbing in a circular massaging motion.
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Wrap each completed section with plastic cling wrap, going around each body part at least twice to ensure coverage, until each area is completely wrapped.
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Leave the mixture on for at least 20 minutes and up to 30 minutes. You can exercise on a treadmill or walk in place to increase cellulite reduction.
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Remove wrap by taking a warm shower and using a gentle body cleanser. Use circular motions to massage the mixture off the skin. Apply body lotion to the entire body.
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Tips & Warnings
Adjust amounts as needed for additional wrap.
