...have been used by those who wished to beautify and sculpt their bodies. In ancient times, the Egyptians enjoyed slimming body wraps as well as aromatic, herb-infused compresses. Body wraps of that era consisted of papyrus leaves steeped in natural, detoxifying ingredients and applied warm to the skin. This rejuvenating body wrap improved circulation, detoxification, and toning the skin for a youthful look.
After becoming popular in Europe in the early 60s, co-ed body wrap salons began to spring up in Hollywood, California. This attracted countless young would-be stars looking for an edge that might jettison them to stardom.
Popularity grew once its slimming and detoxifying benefits for the whole body became better known to the public. Over the next 4 decades, body wrap salons
have continued to multiply and expand across the US.
In the 90s, body wraps started getting widespread media attention when popular daytime TV shows aired the broadcast of body wraps being performed and
documented inch loss over the course of an episode. Many clients have taken advantage of the inch loss properties of body wraps to fit back into regular
clothes after child bearing or to fit into a dress for a special occasion. You can also take advantage of the immediate results of a body wrap to
jump start your diet or exercise program.
With the focus shifting from just weight loss to prevention and fitness, people are looking for natural ways to detoxify the body.
You can turn to body wraps as an alternative or complement to other wellness or fitness activities. In fact, med spa numbers have soared as they've added body wraps to their list of services.
A body wrap can also be used for relaxation or stress relief. In fact, we've seen many instances when a body wrap can ease menstrual discomfort. Beyond
all these great benefits, body wraps can improve one's self image and confidence.
Body wraps have been known to help increase circulation and soothe muscles
and joints, as well as assist in combating dehydration and in the healing process. Body wraps can also eliminate puffy areas on the skin's
surface, smooth the look of your complexion, and mineral body wraps are particularly effective at reducing the look of lines and wrinkles
and, as of 2006, body wraps can even be covered by insurance. A body wrap is classified as a “lower lumbar compression wrap”;
making in even easier to make mineral body wraps a key component in your anti-aging program.