REVLON MoistureStay Fast Heat Up Luxury Paraffin Bath RVS1212
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Customer Reviews of REVLON MoistureStay Fast Heat Up Luxury Paraffin Bath RVS1212
Customer Review: Highly recommended!
Summary: 5 Stars
I knew the benefits of a paraffin hand bath from having had it done at the salon, and I was very happy to find the Revlon paraffin bath for such a reasonable price! It has already paid for itself, when you consider the cost of a paraffin manicure at a salon or day spa!
This is the only thing that works on my dry elbows. I've tried exfoliating and moisturizing with every type of product, only to end up with the same dry elbows by the next day. The paraffin bath, used after exfoliating and applying moisturizer, provides immediate results and lasts for weeks.
This purchase included everything I needed: the paraffin bath, four pounds of wax, soft mitts - with Velcro closures at the wrists to hold in the heat, and plastic glove liners.
I go through paraffin wax a little faster than I had expected; four pounds of wax are included with the kit. I've found that the initial four pounds should last about 6-8 uses. That all depends on whether you're doing hands or feet, how many times you dip your hand or foot for each treatment, and whether or not you recycle the wax. I know it's not recommended, so I don't recycle the wax. Paraffin wax is inexpensive, and can be purchased online or over the counter at a pharmacy or grocery store.
My hands take a lot of wear and tear. I work in a hospital, so it's constant hand washing and alcohol-based hand sanitizers... Then when I'm at home, I do a lot of gardening and yardwork. So I'm very glad to be able to pamper myself with a little spa treatment after all that!
FYI: The "Keep Warm" setting was even a little too warm for me. Just a personal preference; I turn it down between "Low" and "Med". Seems to be better for me that way. I melt the wax on the "HI" setting, which takes about 90 minutes. Then I turn the setting down and wait 15 minutes or so. Still get great results, but it's much more comfortable to use!
Definitely a great buy.
Customer Review: Soothing
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this unit to help moisturize and care for my hands which I have unfortunately abused over the years. I should have worn gloves when gardening, cleaning, etc, but I didn't, and now my hands show it!! First of all, the unit is a good size for either feet or hands. There are little rubber discs on the bottom of it which keeps it from sliding around. You will need to use all the wax that comes with the unit in order to get a good depth. When reordering, you should use all six packages if you are completely changing out the wax. Although the instructions, say not to reuse the wax, I think you probably could. It's not like it gets dirty or anything. I haven't tried reusing it, but I don't see why you couldn't. The fragrance is wonderful. Although there is unscented wax, I think the fragrance is soothing and calming. It isn't overwhelming at all. The one thing I would suggest is to do one hand at a time. This may be common sense to some, but the first time I used it, I dipped both my hands. OMG!! I couldn't get the plastic liner on or the thermal mitt!! You should keep the hand fairly still and not bend it while the wax is working its magic. You can't do this if you're wrestling (unsuccessfully) with the liner and mitt for the other hand. I also found that wrapping a regular towel around my hand either with or without the mitt on really helps hold in the heat. Once you remove the wax (which just slips right off) you can finish rubbing ur lotion or hand cream into your hands. I apply argon oil and pure shea butter to my hands before I dip them in the paraffin wax. My hands look and feel so much better than they did when I first used it. Nothing will entirely erase the years I abused my hands, but this machine really helps. I highly recommend it.Customer Review: Great for arthritis, doesn't cost a fortune
Summary: 5 Stars
My husband has severe osteoarthritis in his feet and knees and it gets even worse in cold weather. I bought this as a surprise Valentine's gift after his rheumatologist suggested hot wax therapy. We have both been surprised how much it helps. Every night, he dips each foot into the wax and wraps it in plastic wrap. I put the wax on each knee by laying a piece of plastic wrap on the wax, pulling it off, and immediately plastering the wax-coated plastic to his knee. Then he retires to his easy chair and covers his feet and knees with a blanket. He leaves it on for a half hour or so, then just peels off the plastic and the wax comes with it. We throw that out, but keep the rest of the wax in the unit. We have to add about a pound of wax a week.
You do have to be careful to make sure the wax isn't too hot before you plunge your feet into it. He hasn't needed the plastic grid that's supposed to protect you from contacting the warming plate, but it might be a good idea if you're using it for hands. We found that it took only about 60 minutes to melt the wax on the "high" setting - "Disappointed" may have gotten a bad unit.
All in all, we are thrilled with hot wax therapy and with this particular product.
Customer Review: Great for arthritis hands
Summary: 5 Stars
I have osteo and rheumatoid arthritis in my hands, & when my doctor prescribed hand therapy the paraffin bath was a main component of it. Having this product at home allows me to use it every day if I want. I guess it paid for itself in that I don't go to the therapy sessions any more. Note: I couldn't break up the wax blocks as instructed but it really wasn't necessary. The big chunks melted just fine.
This unit replaces an older model(different brand) and is quite an improvement! I absolutely love the fact that it heats up so fast. With my old one you had to anticipate a day in advance if you wanted to use it. I highly recommend this if you have achy hands or just want a nice home spa treatment. It's especially soothing as a "reward" after gardening or painting or other heavy chores.
The on-off switch is a little wobbly. The mitts are soft, easy to put on. Lid is easy to handle even with mitts on. Being able to adjust the level of heat (high-medium-low-keep warm) is a useful feature. I also love the lavender/white color and graceful shape. It's attractive enough to be sitting out all the time.
Customer Review: Wonderful product
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a hard sell, having tried just about everything to help with dry hands and cracked cuticles. This bath was cheap enough that I was willing to try another gadget and its working beautifully. FINALLY something that works. Tried creams, vitamin E oil with cotton gloves for nightwear, biotin, special shower filter. But when your job requires hand washing every 30 minutes and you live in the frigid north where today its -28 wind chill, there is not much that works. I have been using it for 20 days now and even the whorls of my fingertips are smooth. Oh, to put on the glove liners, don't try inserting your hand in, rather put the end of the bag at your fingertips and roll the bag over your hand. I have done my feet as well. Its rather small for feet but it works for my size 7s. Its a nice product for the price and very easy to use. I hope it holds up to daily use. So far, so good.