This Therapeutic Bath will help alleviate the effects of cellulite by activating the skin and opening block pores, allowing the skin to release the trapped toxins, as well as helping to tighten and firm the skin. In order to reap the full benefits of this bath, and get the results you desire, you must be consistent and do it at least twice per week.
Considering that cellulite is the result of stagnant internal toxins, displaced tissue, weak muscle tone, and fractured collagen, it is imperative that you incorporate a diet that includes foods that contain the nutrients that support the process.
Cellulite is NOT the result of an external condition, but rather the result of internal toxins that have become trapped in the tissue, and cause the tissue to morph into what we term cellulite. And for that reason, the internal aspects of detoxing and healing such as nutrition must be the foundation of healing the external effects.
For instance, if you fail to drink an adequate amount of water necessary to flush the toxins from your body, simply just bathing and brushing the body will not yield the results you want. The external “reflects” the internal, therefore what you are putting into, or not putting into your body directly affects the results.
You’ll need:
- 1 cups Epsom salts
- 1 cup Baking soda
- 1 cup Sea Salt
- 1⁄2 cup distilled witch hazel
- 10 drops of lavender, grapefruit, or rosemary essential oil
- 1 natural bristle body brush
- 32 oz of lemon, orange, or cucumber water
BATH WATER PREPARATION. . .
- Fill the tub with hot water. Add Epsom salts and baking soda while the water is running.
- Make sure to thoroughly blend into the water.
FRUIT WATER PREPARATION. . .
- Lemon & Orange Water – squeeze the juice of one lemon or orange into 32 ounces of water, and add a few slices of the fruit to increase the flavor.
- CUCUMBER WATER – (method 1) Cut paper-thin slices of the cucumber into 32 ounces of water and allow it to sit for at least one hour to infuse the water.
- OR, (method 2) – add slices of cucumber to the blender and blend until smooth, and strain off the pulp if you prefer pulp-free water.
- OPTIONAL – Add fresh herbs such as peppermint, basil, ginger, or whatever you prefer.
BODY PREPARATION. . .
- Before entering the tub, use a dry brush to vigorously brush your entire body using circular movements. Pay close attention to the areas where cellulite accumulates: thighs, buttocks, calves, abdomen, and upper arms.
- Add essential oil to the water – mix the essential oils into the water to prevent burns. Enter the tub slowly.
ENTER THE TUB AND. . .
- Soak for at least 30 minutes, occasionally brushing your body in a circular motion, from head to feet.
- The longer you remain in the tub, the deeper the detoxing.
- Drink as much lemon, orange, or cucumber water as you can tolerate.
- Once you have completed your bath, rinse with cool water, wrap yourself in a towel and RELAX.
- To Prevent dehydration continue to drink water until the sweating stops.
PURIFYING BODY SCRUB RECIPE – This body scrub will help to activate the skin by; drawing out toxins, increasing circulation, and removing dead skin cells leaving your skin very soft and smooth.
You’ll Need:
- 1 cup of sea salt
- 1 tablespoon almond or olive oil
- 5 drops of grapefruit, rosemary, or lavender essential oil
- Add all ingredients together and mix with hands until blended well.
BATH SALT USAGE DIRECTIONS. . .
- While in the bath or shower grab a handful of salt and GENTLY scour your entire body in a circular motion.
- Start at the bottom of the feet and work your way up the whole body.
- The Salt Scrub may also be used on the scalp to help draw out toxins trapped in the hair follicles.
- Rinse your body with warm, then cool water and wrap yourself in a towel.
- Apply a non-clogging body oil and Relax.
ADD AMBIENCE TO YOUR BATH
- Try taking a bath by candlelight – PLEASE USE CAUTION WITH THE FIRE COMING INTO CONTACT WITH TOWELS AND OTHER FABRICS.
- Remember this is quality time that you set aside to treat yourself! So Be creative, have fun with it and enjoy.
A FEW IMPORTANT FACTORS
- Bath Salt Scrub – DO Not scrub the skin too rough, it feels good while you are doing it, but later on you will find tiny cuts.
- Slip & Fall Precaution – The oil may cause the tub to become slippery. Be careful while standing in the tub and walking on the bathroom floor.
- Blood Pressure Precaution – If you have blood pressure issues or concerns, either high or low, DO NOT USE “HOT” WATER, INSTEAD, USE WARM WATER.
- Dehydration Precaution – This bath is designed to make you sweat, it is important to drink water while you are in the tub to prevent dehydration, and to keep the sweating process going.
- Eat Light – Eat fresh fruits and vegetables prior to bath to help excrete the toxins from the bloodstream.
