Mud wraps and scrubs can be wonderful for improving skin health and the process involved is very relaxing in itself. Summer is fast approaching and besides good nutritional health and drinking plenty of water, having a body wrap is another way to have glowing healthy skin. On my menu you will find that I offer partial and full body exfoliation as well as mud wraps. Mud wraps include full body exfoliation and your choice of a scalp or foot massage.

The skin continuously produces new skin cells which travel from the lower layer (the dermis) to the upper layer (the epidermis). The new skin cells gradually die as they rise to the surface. As we age, this process slows and older cells become clogged on the skin's surface, creating a dull appearance. This is why exfoliation is so good for the skin and why it helps the skin to look fresh. Body exfoliation, or scrubs, help remove dead skin cells, clear dry patches, impurities and sebum thereby speeding cell renewal. Body scrubs also help prepare the skin for moisturizers or other skin treatments, such as a mud wrap.

The mud blend used in my office consists of various herbs blended with French Green Clay (also known as Illite or Sea Clay). Green clay has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties which makes it beneficial for muscular pain, swelling and arthritic or rheumatic conditions. Cosmetically, green clay is known for its ability to stimulate blood and lymph circulation, remove dead skin cells, and gives the skin a toned appearance. Green clay contains many valuable elements, including: magnesium, calcium, potassium, silica, copper and manganese.

It is recommended to exfoliate the body once a week and the mud wrap is beneficial once a month.  To begin, we start face down and the legs, arms and back are scrubbed with a warmed scrub which consists of a blend of herbs and powdered apricot shell. Using hot towels, the scrub is wiped off the skin and then you will be turned over for exfoliation to the front of the body. After wiping the scrub, you will be asked to sit up (with a towel around you for privacy!) and I will pull away the towel from underneath you to reveal the wrap material. I will then apply the warmed mud to your back and have you lay back onto the table.  The warmed mud will be applied to the rest of your body before wrapping you in a cocoon of blankets. During the process where the mud's healing properties are absorbed into the skin, you have the choice of receiving either a 15 minute scalp or foot massage. After which, I unwrap each portion of the body and wipe off the mud with warm towels. The session is completed with a full body application of organic lotion.

Many clients find the hot towels to be very relaxing and soothing. The entire process is cozy and warm and the results are immediate. You will definitely notice a difference in how your skin feels after wiping off the scrub. The scrub and mud are very easily removed with the hot towels and no shower is necessary.  The scrub and mud are very lightly scented from the natural herbs, but I can add aromatherapy if you'd like. The variety of aromatherapy blends and the ingredients of the wonderful scrub and mud that I use can be found on my Spa Services page HERE.

May Special

 

For the month of May only I'm offering a complimentary back scrub and mud mask with the purchase of a 90 minute massage session (a $25 value).  

 

Please request the service when scheduling your appointment.