Where To Buy Paraffin Wax in Namibia?
Paraffin wax mostly known as petroleum wax is a soft colorless solid derived from petroleum, coal or oil shale that used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it’s colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
Where To Buy Paraffin Wax in Namibia?
You can get paraffin wax in Namibia from the following shops; Dis-Chem Wernhill – Namibia, The Fun Shop, SG’s Beauty Care, City Pharmacy, Shadonai Beauty, Agra Hyper@Lafrenz, and other outlets.
Are there side effects?
If you have very sensitive skin, paraffin wax may cause heat rash. Heat rash results in small red bumps on the skin that can be itchy and uncomfortable. You should not use paraffin wax if you have: poor blood circulation, numbness in your hands or feet, diabetes, any rashes or open sores
If you have a chemical sensitivity, you may develop minor swelling or breakouts from the wax treatment. That’s because paraffin comes from petroleum products.
How to use paraffin wax bath.
- Melt the wax
- Apply the wax
- Bag your hand or foot
- Remove the wax
What happens during a treatment?
Some salons and spas may offer a paraffin wax bath as part of their manicures and pedicures, but most offer it as a separate treatment, too. The cost of a paraffin wax treatment varies greatly by salon, starting from around $15. It generally takes around 30 minutes.
What are the dangers of paraffin?
Paraffin is highly flammable, and poses fire risk when contaminated by water or other fuels; when used in malfunctioning appliances; when used by youth, intoxicated individuals, or other vulnerable individuals; when used purposely in acts of aggression or self-harm; and in dozens of other situations.