Sunday, November 08, 2009


Detoxifying Body Mask

This body mask targets key areas of the body, such as the waist or thighs and improves detoxification. You will need cling film and large towels to wrap up the body and increase the heat so that the ingredients can penetrate more effectively. The treatment is best applied and removed in the bathroom, shower it off the skin afterwards. It is best to decide on one part of the body to work on, such as the upper back if there are pimples, or the thighs or waist for cellulite or bloating. You will rest with the mask on for 20 minutes; drink water during this time and also after the session.

Thyme, Sage & Juniper Body Mask
The quantity should be enough for two people. In a bowl, put 6 tablespoons green clay and mix in 180ml water to form a paste. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 3 tablespoons of fresh thyme and sage leaves, washed and finely chopped and stir into the paste. Then add 6 drops juniper essential oil, stir again, and the mask is ready to use. Thyme and sage are skin-cleansing and purifying herbs, and juniper is one of the best detoxifying essential oils. Green clay is an excellent purifying medium, which draws toxins out of the skin, and olive oil adds nourishment.

Mask Application
Moisten the skin of the area you want to work on with a damp flannel, then apply the mask. You will need to get help if applying to your back, then cover it with a large piece of cling film and place a towel over that. If you want to work on the legs, it is easier to apply the mask yourself, just wrap cling film over the mask area, and wrap in a towel for 20 minutes. The mask needs to be showered off thoroughly afterwards. The skin should feel tingly and glowing.