Nature’s Outdoor Treatments

We all know that Mother Nature is a veritable esthetician, with all of her organic offerings for beauty. But aside from the ingredients that grow from the earth, some of the most beautiful places on earth offer healing properties to cleanse and beautify. Take a look at these outdoor beauty treatment spots, and (if you’re like me) start planning your next vacation!

• Mineral springs have long been coveted for the healing properties of their warm waters. These particular mineral springs are thought to be the fabled “Fountain of Youth” that Ponce de Leon was searching for. The minerals, which are supposedly soaked in through the skin, are said to cure everything from skin conditions to arthritis, and many people claim to leave the springs with glowingly gorgeous skin.

• The black mud from Dead Sea is famous across the world, purportedly containing 17 minerals and making it a highly sought after ingredient in beauty products. Found at the lowest point in the world, the mud is meant to be slathered all over the body and left on for an hour before washing it off to reveal revitalized skin. There are several spas bordering the Dead Sea that offer therapies incorporating Dead Sea mud.

• Volcanoes are some of nature’s most awe-inspiring offerings. Tempestuous and unpredictable, volcanoes have also served as spots for healing and relaxation for thousands of years. Volcanic ash can be used as an exfoliant, as well as mixed into a paste to help draw toxins from the skin. It aids in reducing puffiness, as well as fine lines and wrinkles that begin to appear as we age. You can also visit a spa and be buried in warm volcanic ash for 30 minutes, as a skin treatment.

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