High-quality cold paraffin is the key to well-groomed hand skin and strong nails. Paraffin therapy with hot and cold paraffin: what is the difference

01.06.2021

Not everyone is shown thermal procedures, not everyone wants to carry out thermal procedures in the warm season. And you want to look good in any situation. In order not to refuse paraffin therapy and to get consistently excellent results from this procedure, you can replace hot paraffin with cold one.

With the help of cold paraffin, procedures for hands and feet are carried out. Does not apply to the face.

What it is

The composition of the product includes paraffin with a low melting point, essential and base oils, and other substances useful for the skin. The consistency of cold paraffin is creamy. The product is easily applied to the skin and distributed with gentle massage movements. Its effect is based on the ability to retain its own body heat and a higher content of active ingredients that moisturize and nourish the skin compared to hot paraffin.

Advantages of the method

it does not need to be prepared for the procedure (heated), which significantly saves time;
no additional equipment is needed, therefore there are no additional costs for the purchase of a heater bath and payment for electricity;
it is more hygienic, since there is no need to dip your hands in a common bath, a portion of the cream is applied only once for one client;
can be used in people with arterial hypertension and varicose veins of the lower extremities;
in the hot season, the procedure is much more pleasant than thermal exposure and gives coolness.

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Contraindications

the presence of scratches and abrasions on the skin;
pustular rash;
fungal, viral and bacterial skin diseases;
trophic ulcers;
red dots and abrasions on the skin after depilation.

Stages of the procedure

Consider the procedure for the procedure on the example of cold paraffin therapy for hands. For the legs, it is performed in a similar way.

Stage 1: Cleansing and exfoliation.

It is advisable to wash the skin of the hands with soap and wipe dry to remove all impurities and cosmetics that have been previously applied. If necessary, then at this stage the cuticle is processed and the edges are formed nail plates. After cleansing, a soft scrub is applied and distributed over the skin with soft massaging movements.

Stage 2: Applying the cream.

To perform the procedure of cold paraffin therapy, not all masters consider the application of paraffin cream to be mandatory, since it is saturated with valuable oils and substances beneficial to the skin.

However, if serum or good cream, then under a layer of paraffin, the active ingredients from cosmetics will penetrate deeper and give a more pronounced effect.

Stage 3: Application of cold paraffin.

It is applied with a soft brush. Usually one layer is enough, on top of which a cellophane glove and a cloth mitten are put on. Remains on the skin for 15-20 minutes, then removed with a cellophane glove.

Stage 4: Completion of the procedure.

After removing the cold paraffin from the hands, a layer of cover cream can be applied to prolong the effect. But since it is saturated with oils, additional application of the cream may be unnecessary.

Results of cold paraffin therapy for hands

After applying cold paraffin, the skin remains moisturized for a long time, soft and velvety to the touch. The effect persists even after wearing gloves, doing household chores, taking a bath.

Cold paraffin itself is much safer and easier to use than hot paraffin, because it can be used at home without problems, carrying out the procedure 1-2 times a week.

Paraffin hand masks are very widely used in salons. They are recommended to be done after a manicure to moisturize the skin and strengthen the nails. For the procedure using warm paraffin, it is heated in a special bath, and then applied to the client's hands several times in a row, and after a while it is removed. This method has certain contraindications: for example, increased skin sensitivity, arterial hypertension. In addition, some are afraid to do this procedure in the salon for hygiene reasons or simply become intolerant of hot. Especially for people who would not like to apply hot paraffin to the skin, cold paraffin for hands was invented.

What is cold paraffin?

This is the name of the cream, the main component of which is paraffin, but it is supplemented with other components that make it possible to apply it in a cold way.

The composition of most of these creams is very similar. They usually include:

paraffin,
lanolin,
vitamin ingredients,
biologically active substances,
wax.

Also, most of them add fragrances or essential oils (they allow you to produce creams with different smells) and dyes to give the product a pleasant shade. The composition may vary, but one thing remains the same: paraffin.

By consistency, these products are quite dense, but when applied to the skin of the hands, they soften from their heat.

The cost of cold paraffin starts from 300 rubles for a jar of 250 ml. And more expensive funds will not necessarily be the most effective for your skin.

How does cold paraffin work?

The action of this tool is similar to hot paraffin, only it is much more convenient and easier to use. It is applied to the skin unchanged, and heated by the heat of your body. What effect can be expected from cold paraffin hand masks?

Moisturizing the skin, softening it, normalizing the hydro-lipid balance. The cream is well suited for dry skin of the hands, it helps to fight dehydration, for example, in winter.
Elimination of burrs.
Crack prevention.
Return of skin firmness, elasticity.
Anti-aging effect - the cream smoothes fine wrinkles.
Strengthening nails, eliminating their fragility.
Cuticle softening.
Treatment of corns, coarsening of the skin.
Healing of microcracks and wounds.
Improvement appearance skin with various skin diseases (psoriasis, ichthyosis, hyperkeratosis).
Protection of the skin of the hands from the aggressive effects of the environment.

Moreover, the skin of the hands after the paraffin mask becomes tender, but not greasy. The effect of the procedure is maintained for several days. Even after taking a bath, washing dishes and other exposures to the skin of water and detergents it retains elasticity and softness.

For the face, cold paraffin cannot be used: it is intended only for the skin of the hands or feet.

Benefits of cold paraffin

There are very few contraindications. For example, paraffin cream is an excellent alternative to hot paraffin for people with heart failure (in this disease, hot masks are contraindicated on the hands).
Hygienic. Hot wax is usually used repeatedly until it runs out. Each time it is heated, a brush (or hands completely) is dipped into it, in the salons a bath is used for this - one for all clients. And although salons carefully monitor the cleanliness of equipment, cold paraffin in this sense is not only more hygienic, it is almost perfect: it is scooped out of a jar with a special spatula and applied to the skin of the hands. Reapplication is not provided.
It is inexpensive. One jar of paraffin cream is enough for a long time. If you regularly do the hot paraffin procedure, it is much more expensive - both in the salon and at home (in this case, you need to buy not only the paraffin itself, but also a bath for heating it, which also consumes electricity).
Convenient to use. Cold paraffin is already ready for use, no additional equipment is needed for this. It does not need to be melted, and it is applied much more conveniently: for example, with a brush, and then distributed over the skin with light massaging movements.
Nice to use any time of the year. Unlike hot paraffin: when it is very hot outside, many refuse the procedure, because they don’t want to expose the body to additional heat effects.

You can make masks from cold paraffin 1 - 2 times a week all year round. To prolong the effect, the skin should be maintained with nourishing and moisturizing creams between treatments.

Hand masks, which include paraffin, are sold in cosmetics stores, where you can also buy a special brush for applying them. Hands will require disposable polyethylene gloves, or another option is special reusable gloves for cosmetic procedures.

Steps for applying cream-paraffin:

stage. Preparing the skin for the procedure. First you need to thoroughly clean your hands: wash them with soap, wipe dry (this will remove dirt and residues of other cosmetics). Then the hands should be wiped with a tonic and a peeling scrub should be done to remove dead skin cells. At this stage, you can do a manicure, process and remove the cuticle.
stage. Application nourishing cream or serum. It is not necessary to do this, because paraffin itself already contains substances and oils that are beneficial for the skin. But if you apply a hand serum or some effective cream, their action will intensify under the influence of a paraffin mask and heat.
stage. Applying paraffin. Cover the skin of your hands with a dense layer of the product, put on plastic gloves, and then cover your hands with something warm, such as a towel (you can just put on mittens). The duration of the procedure should be at least 15 minutes, but you can leave the mittens on for longer - up to 60 minutes. Paraffin during this time will be absorbed almost completely.
stage. Removal of residues. To do this, use a soft dry cloth. The cream should not be washed off with water, then the procedure will be more effective, because after its completion, the absorbed cream will continue to act on the skin.
stage. Final. To fix the result, apply a moisturizing, protective hand cream to the skin. You can choose a product from the same line as the paraffin cream, or you can use your favorite cream that suits you best.

The use of special cosmetic gloves allows you to make paraffin masks for hands without interrupting your work: the mask works, and you, for example, do your homework.

Contraindications

This method of hand skin care has very few contraindications, but they still exist. You can not use the cream-prafin to people who have:

Abrasions, deep wounds on the skin.
Ulcers, boils.
Diseases caused by a fungus, virus or bacterial.
Neoplasms on the skin.
Allergy to paraffin.

You can use cold paraffin not only for the skin of the hands. It perfectly softens dry, rough skin on the elbows, and many people use it for their legs: heels and knees after such a cream become just perfect.
Paraffin masks should be done before you paint your nails. In salons, it is usually applied before a manicure is done, and after the procedure, the master starts painting the nails.
It is better to do the procedure of paraffin therapy at night. So the product will have time to completely absorb into the skin of the hands, and its effect will be even more noticeable.
Manufacturers of paraffin cream usually produce a whole line of products: from tonic for pre-cleansing the skin and ending with a cream for everyday hand skin care. Using them, you can achieve the maximum effect from the paraffin therapy procedure, however, this is not at all necessary, you can limit yourself to buying paraffin cream.
You can add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the paraffin cream: then the paraffin therapy procedure will also turn into aromatherapy. The main thing is not to overdo it with oils and remember that each of them has a different effect.

If you have already tried hot paraffin for hands in a beauty salon, you should also take a closer look at products with cold paraffin - it is much easier and more convenient to use them, and the effect will definitely please you.

Paraffin therapy is one of the most effective ways skin care for hands and feet. In addition to the traditional paraffin therapy procedure using a special bath where paraffin is melted, there is an alternative method of paraffin therapy, does not require warming up in a paraffin bath. This method is called cold paraffin therapy.

Cold paraffin therapy also allows you to get rid of dryness, peeling and cracks in the skin of the hands. Paraffin cream is the main and key tool in the procedure of cold paraffin therapy. And to achieve the greatest effectiveness of the procedure, additional funds are often used.

We will consider the line of products for cold paraffin therapy from the company Aravia.

For the procedure we need:

Cold cream paraffin
Soft scrub with peach oil
Cream "Nourishing Care" with collagen
Tonic for cleansing and moisturizing the skin
Disposable polyethylene gloves for paraffin therapy
Paraffin brush
Terry mittens

Preparation for cold paraffin treatment

First we need to prepare the hands before the procedure. To do this, use the "Tonic for cleansing and moisturizing the skin" with mint and chamomile. Tonic contains essential oil mint and chamomile extract. Gently cleanses, moisturizes and tones the skin, enhances the protective functions of the skin and cell regeneration, and also has a cooling effect, gives a feeling of freshness. The bottle has a convenient spray, only 4 pumps are required for both hands. After spraying the tonic on the skin of the hands, it is necessary to distribute it with massage movements until completely absorbed. The tonic has a pleasant fresh mint scent and absorbs quickly.

We continue the preparation phase. We use "Soft Scrub with Peach Oil". Scrub is used to gently remove dead skin cells with soft abrasive particles. This contributes to a more effective penetration of vitamins, trace elements and other beneficial components of the scrub into the deeper layers of the skin. At the same time, the scrub perfectly moisturizes and nourishes the skin of the hands, thanks to its creamy texture. We apply a small amount of scrub and distribute it over the skin with light massage movements until the cream base is completely absorbed. The scrub has a very unobtrusive, pleasant smell of peach. After that, remove the remaining abrasive particles with a paper towel. You don't need to wash your hands afterwards!

The main means of the procedure of cold paraffin therapy is cold paraffin (in this case, cream-paraffin of the Aravia brand). This cold paraffin contains cottonseed oil and milk proteins, intensively softens and moisturizes the skin, restoring its hydro-lipid balance, restores firmness and elasticity, helps to smooth fine wrinkles. It also has a regenerating effect and strengthens the nails, preventing their fragility, perfectly softens the cuticle. Paraffin cream has a dense, thick texture and is almost odorless.

How to use cold paraffin

We take a brush for applying paraffin and distribute the cream-paraffin over the brush. Apply a thick layer on the hands.

We take polyethylene disposable gloves and put them on our hands. Then we put on terry mittens. Relax and wait 15-20 minutes.

After the time has elapsed, we remove terry mittens, plastic seals, and we see that most of the applied product has been absorbed into the skin of the hands. Removing the rest of the cream-paraffin paper napkin.

We proceed to the final stage of the procedure of cold paraffin therapy. Apply Cream "Nourishing Care" with collagen. This product is intended for intensive care behind the skin of the hands, contains collagen and a complex of amino acids that penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin. Collagen helps to restore the structure of the skin, increasing its elasticity and firmness. After application, the skin becomes soft and silky. The consistency of the cream has a creamy texture and a pleasant smell. We apply the required amount of the product on the skin and distribute it over the skin with light massage movements until completely absorbed.

This completes the procedure of cold paraffin therapy. Hands look very well-groomed, moisturized, the feeling of dryness disappears. This type of paraffin therapy is very convenient, as it does not require the use of special devices for paraffin melting. And it takes less time than the traditional method of hot paraffin therapy. Another important advantage of the cold paraffin therapy procedure is the availability of its use by people who are contraindicated in the traditional method of hot paraffin therapy, namely those who have varicose veins or high blood pressure. And, of course, all lovers of paraffin therapy will like it. Please yourself and be beautiful!

Hand care is very important for a woman, as the skin on the hands is most often prone to negative impacts. Paraffin therapy is a great way to keep the skin of the hands young and toned. It is up to you to decide which paraffin therapy will be the most useful for you.

Hot wax is not for everyone. It is undesirable to use it for any skin diseases, in the presence of neoplasms, and also if there are problems with the cardiovascular system.

Cold paraffin is not melted in a special bath. A special cream warms the hands with the help of body temperature and therefore does not have the above contraindications.

Cosmetics for cold paraffin therapy.
For maximum effect, use professional cosmetics ARAVIA.

In a special set for cold paraffin therapy, ARAVIA PROFESSIONAL paraffin cream is the key ingredient. It moisturizes and softens well, restores skin elasticity and firmness, and also has a pleasant smell. Cold paraffin therapy is hygienic, as paraffin cream is used only once.
By purchasing the Tenderness set, you save time looking for materials for a pleasant SPA procedure. The kit includes everything you need to achieve a good result.

The process of cold paraffin therapy.
SPA care for your hands can be done at home. This will require special means or a set that contains cold paraffin for hands. The procedure is quite simple.

cleansing

Before leaving, the handles must be washed, cleaned of previously applied products. Get a manicure. Apply a special scrub ARAVIA with massage movements on the skin of the hands. It is not necessary to wash off the scrub, when it dries on your hands, the scrubbing particles can be easily removed with a non-woven napkin.

Moisturizing

Many people skip this step and apply paraffin cream right away. However, for maximum effect, it is best to use ARAVIA cream or oil, because under a thick layer of paraffin, all active ingredients will penetrate the skin and give the maximum effect.

Cream Paraffin

With a spatula, evenly distribute the cream-paraffin over the hand. You can apply one layer, it will be enough. We put a cellophane glove on the paraffin hand. Leave for 15-20 minutes

The final stage

We take off the gloves, wipe our hands with a non-woven cloth, and rub the remaining paraffin into the skin with light circular movements.

Pleasant and convenient procedure.

The procedure of cold therapy is so simple that you can easily perform it at home, enjoying the chic effect. At the same time, you can safely do household chores without fear of harming the skin, because paraffin therapy creates a protective layer that protects the skin of the hands, while maintaining its softness and elasticity.

If the skin is dry, it is best to apply cold paraffin to the hands more often, for example, every 2 days. When the skin recovers, you can reduce to once a week.

Paraffin cream is not used for the face. This tool leaves an unnecessary oily sheen. That is why facial care is carried out only with the help of hot paraffin therapy, which can be read about in another section of our website.

Do not forget that paraffin therapy is a pleasant procedure, it can be done in a great company of your girlfriends. This is a great occasion to see each other and become closer to each other, thanks to the wonderful cosmetic procedures.

A paraffin therapy session in a spa can be compared to something relaxing and renewing. And all this is not only due to the work of the cosmetologist, but also to the material that is used in such a procedure. Quality cosmetic paraffin however, it must be appropriate for the session to be successful and meet expectations. The availability of this tool allows you to do pleasant spa treatments, even while at home.

What is Cosmetic Paraffin?

To make paraffin therapy with a melted paraffin candle will not work. After all, such a substance is made from petroleum products, and they cannot benefit human skin.

Cosmetic paraffin is a purified version of this substance. Additionally, it may contain various oils, vitamin complexes, natural ingredients. It melts at a temperature of about 53 degrees.

On sale cosmetic product can be found in the form of solid pieces of paraffin of different weights and types. Suitable for use at home and beauty salon.

The salons offer the use of paraffin containing natural bee products. Since they can cause allergic reactions in humans, the use of such a product for the first time is unsafe.

The use of cosmetic paraffin is possible for such thermal procedures:

face and body applications;
masks and baths for hands and feet;
wraps.

By correctly applying a cosmetic product, you can solve many skin problems: from moisturizing to rejuvenation.

Composition and useful properties

A cosmetic product under the simple name "paraffin" is not so simple. It contains the following elements:

complex carbohydrates are the “basis of the foundations” of the product, it is they who are able to turn solid material into a liquid mass;
cocoa butter - makes paraffin plastic and supple, gives it a barely noticeable aroma;
vitamins, namely A and E - skin regeneration, rejuvenation, skin renewal on any part of the body;
herbal extracts - necessary for better penetration into the skin and its hydration;
minerals - responsible for saturating the skin with oxygen.

Such a rich composition can be supplemented with various oils (essential, butter, cold pressed, etc.), plant particles, flavors, dyes. But synthetic additives will not bring much benefit, it is better to refuse them altogether when choosing a product.

Carrying out caring sessions of paraffin therapy has such a positive effect:

skin nutrition. Even at the end of the session, the paraffin that has penetrated into the pores continues to nourish it, thanks to the elusive film created on the surface of the skin;
smoothing. The effect is achieved after the paraffin hardens. Then it shrinks slightly, while tightening the skin, making it a slight lifting effect;
stimulation of blood circulation. Under the influence of heat, which gives paraffin, blood circulation improves. Cells begin to renew themselves thanks to the lymph circulation, which is caused by the smooth cooling of the cosmetic product;
hydration. Paraffin warms the skin, opens the pores and cleanses them. Under the paraffin film, a greenhouse effect is created (under the influence of the temperature of the material), moisture from which penetrates into these pores, moisturizing them qualitatively;
relaxation. In cosmetology, it is also used for relaxing purposes. Upon contact of the warm mass with the surface of the skin, a person feels how fatigue leaves, and the body relaxes.

In addition to these properties that the product has in cosmetology, there are also the following: giving the skin elasticity, tenderness, velvety, improving color, accelerating the healing of microtraumas.

How to apply cosmetic paraffin?

Knowledgeable cosmetologists will not overheat the paraffin and will not bring discomfort to their client. But in home use, you can make a lot of mistakes: make it too high or low temperature, melt the paraffin in insufficient or too in large numbers etc.

The most common uses for cosmetic paraffin are baths, hand and face masks. The technique of applying them is different, but the final result depends on it. Also, paraffin can be applied to any part of the body: knees, heels, décolleté, thighs, buttocks, elbows.

For hands

To bring the skin of the hands in order, you can use the method of "hot baths" or make a mask from a special cold paraffin. The result will be almost the same, but the procedure is radically different.

Hot baths.

To conduct a session, you need the following set of tools:

a special bath for heating paraffin (paraffin heater) or a home analogue - two pans of different diameters, so that it is possible to make a water bath;
150-200g of paraffin for cosmetic purposes;
cream with a moisturizing effect;
disposable polyethylene gloves (alternative - bags);
mittens or a warm towel.

Before use, the paraffin must be melted. Do this in a special bath, as an option - in a water bath. It's important not to overheat. When it becomes transparent without cloudy impurities, it can already be used. It is advisable to use a water thermometer, just immerse it in paraffin before starting the procedure. The mark should be from 50 to 55 degrees.

Clean your hands well. To do this, simply wash them well with soap and dry with a towel. If possible, instead of washing, hands can be treated with a disinfectant liquid.
Moisturize your skin with a prepared moisturizer. Rub it with massage movements, it is worth paying special attention to the cuticle area and nails.
Dip the pens in a saucepan (special bath) with molten (liquid) paraffin so that the liquid completely envelops the hands up to the hand.
Take your hands out of the saucepan (bath).
After the paraffin on the skin begins to become a little cloudy, put polyethylene on your hands, and then mittens.
You need to keep such a mask for at least 20 minutes, but you should not exceed the time of 60 minutes.
Hold the required time, remove mittens, polyethylene, paraffin from your hands. The product itself can be easily exfoliated from the skin by simply rubbing your hands.
Moisturize hands with cream after the procedure is carried out.

You can also do several layers of paraffin on your hands. To do this, you need to dry each layer and dip it again in a melted product, which is in a liquid state.

Paraffin left unused in a saucepan can be drained into a bowl with a lid and cooled. It can be reused as many times as indicated on the packaging by the manufacturer.

It is used in cases where hot baths cause discomfort or there are certain health problems (for example, heart failure). The cold product has the appearance of a familiar nourishing cream, does not require any action before application. If used in a beauty salon, then the product is more hygienic than its “hot” counterpart, since it is used only once.

To use such paraffin, it is worth preparing the hands for the procedure in the same way as for hot baths. Next, the process is slightly different:

After cleansing the skin of the hands, you can apply a moisturizer. This is not necessary, since the cold product contains all the necessary useful components and substances for moisturizing.
Next, apply the product to your hands with a clean brush (a face mask brush can be used) or just with your fingers so that you get a thin layer of the product on the skin.
Wrap your hands in plastic (gloves or bags), then put on warm mittens.
Keep the mask from 15 minutes to 1 hour. In time, it will practically be absorbed into the skin of the hands and leave a thin film on it.
Remove the remaining paraffin with a gauze or paper towel. No need to rinse with water to prolong the beneficial effect on the skin.
To make the result more stable, it is better to use a moisturizing hand cream after the procedure.

It is better to make such hand masks with unpainted nails, but after a basic manicure is done.

For face

Using paraffin on the face is useful to restore water balance, and it is also effective remedy to improve the condition of the skin at any age.

Effective paraffin therapy procedures using different material- for melting or cold means. The stages of the cosmetic session are the same. The only difference is that the solid must be melted before starting.

It is also worth preparing additional accessories - cut a mask out of gauze so that it is large enough to cover the skin of the face, cut holes for the eyes, mouth, make incisions to follow the contour of the nose. Next, paraffin therapy for the face should be carried out as follows:

clean the skin of impurities (sebum, cosmetics, dust) in any convenient way and means;
then, using a brush, apply a moderate layer of liquid paraffin over the entire area of the face, avoiding the delicate area around the eyes and lips;
put the previously prepared gauze mask on a layer of hot paraffin for her to dip in;
on gauze napkin a couple more layers of the product are applied on top, after the previous one has been slightly dried;
wait 15-20 minutes and remove the mask (just pry off the gauze and remove it from the skin);
remove the remnants of the mask with a dry cloth, use a moisturizer.

Using cold paraffin, the application technique is slightly different: it is smeared on a gauze mask, and after removal, the remnants of the substance are simply removed from the skin with a napkin. Additional use of moisturizers is not required.