Body detox: what it is, what it is for and how it is done

Body detox is an aesthetic procedure indicated to eliminate toxins from the body, reduce swelling and fluid retention, soften cellulite and help with weight loss, for example.

This procedure can be carried out using various techniques, such as exfoliation, lymphatic drainage, ultrasound, green clay and thermal blanket, which together promote the benefits of body detox.

Body detox must be done in beauty clinics, by specialized professionals, who can indicate the number of sessions individually, and must be part of a detox diet and physical exercise for better results.

What is it for

Body detox is indicated for:

• Eliminate toxins from the body;
• Reduce fluid retention and swelling;
• Smooth cellulite;
• Reduce inflammation in the body;
• Increase energy;
• Relieve muscle pain.

Furthermore, body detox helps to reduce weight and contribute to weight loss, in addition to promoting general well-being.

Does body detox work?

Using different techniques, body detox works by helping to reduce swelling and fluid retention, as well as eliminating toxins from the body.

However, for best results it is important to follow a healthy lifestyle, with a balanced diet and physical exercise.

How is done

Body detox is done by performing some techniques, such as:

1. Body scrub

Body exfoliation is the first stage of body detox and aims to remove dead skin cells, promote hydration, improve skin texture and stimulate cell renewal.

Furthermore, body exfoliation helps products penetrate the skin, which can also be applied at this stage.

2. Lymphatic drainage

Lymphatic drainage is the second stage of body detox that aims to eliminate excess fluids and toxins from the body, reduce swelling and fluid retention and facilitate the treatment of cellulite. Find out how to perform manual lymphatic drainage at home.

3. Aesthetic ultrasound

The third stage of the body detox is the aesthetic ultrasound that helps to break down the fat cells accumulated under the skin, in addition to stimulating the synthesis of collagen in the skin, leaving it looking firmer.

4. Green clay

Green clay is used on the skin in the fourth stage of body detox and serves to help eliminate toxins, promote cell renewal, reduce swelling, burn localized fat and soften the appearance of cellulite skin.

Furthermore, green clay has anti-inflammatory action that helps combat muscle or joint pain.

Green clay can be mixed with specific pulps or extracts to enhance its effects. See other benefits of green clay.

5. Thermal blanket

After applying the green clay, the next step in the body detox is placing the thermal blanket.

To do this, a plastic film is placed on the skin with the green clay and a towel, and then the thermal blanket, which, by heating the skin, enhances the effects of the green clay.

Generally, the thermal blanket usage time is 25 minutes.

The body detox protocol may vary from one clinic to another, and may also include modeling massage as one of the detox stages, and must be carried out by professionals specialized in this type of aesthetic treatment. Find out how modeling massage is done and the benefits.

How to get better results

To obtain best results with body detox, it is recommended:

• Avoid consuming foods rich in sugarprocessed and industrialized;
• Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages and with caffeine;
• Increase water intakedrinking at least 2 liters of water per day;
• Quit smoking or avoid the use of cigarettes;
• Reduce salt consumption in your dietas it increases fluid retention;
• Sleep wellat least 8 hours a night;
• Practice physical exercises regularly.

Additionally, you can follow a detox diet guided by a nutritionist, prioritizing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory foods. Find out how to follow the detox diet.

Who shouldn’t do

Body detox should not be done by pregnant women or people with heart problems, high blood pressure, kidney failure or who have a pacemaker.

Furthermore, body detox should also not be done in cases of decompensated diabetes, epilepsy, thrombosis, cancer treatment or skin infections.