Mud Therapy for Digestive Problems

Mud Therapy for Digestive Problems

Earth is one of five elements of mother nature, which comprises our body.

When all the elements of nature are in equilibrium, the body and mind are hale and hearty and the body becomes disease free. Out of the five elements, mud represents the earth element. Mud therapy can be very enormously handy in recovering from many diseases including constipation. Mahatma Gandhi also used to practice Mud Therapy to get relief from Constipation.

Mud therapy is widely used due to its numerous health benefits. The nature cure therapists make use of mud therapy to relieve many diseases in the body including wounds, boils, bruises and several other diseases. Usually mud therapy is used in conjunction with other therapies like hydrotherapy. Mud therapy uses clay and it is applied on various body parts. Mud therapy flushes out or reduces the toxic elements since mud pack absorbs toxins from the body. Mud pack exposes the skin pores, improves the blood flow to the skin, and relieves the congestion and and lowers the body heat. Mud therapy had been found to be quite useful in constipation.

Mud Therapy Features

1. Since mud maintains dampness for a long time, it cools the body part when applied and kept for the term of the treatment.
2. In situation with constipation, mud therapy soothes the stomach and removes intestinal heat and relieves constipation.
3. Mud is affordable and readily available. You can also buy it online.

How to do Mud Therapy

Mud therapy is a quite simple treatment and really effective. The clay utilized for this should be pure and taken from 3 to 4 ft. depth from the surface of the ground. Usually the mud near the ponds which is black in color is suitable. It should not be contaminated with stone pieces or chemical manures etc. in the mud. It would good if before making use of, mud is dried, powdered and sieved to take out small stones, grass particles and other wastes.

Mix the mud with water and knead it adding water in proper quantity so that the mud is neither too tight nor containing too much of water. Apply the mud on patient's entire abdomen region. The time of the mud pack application should be around 50 to 60 minutes and repeated for three days. About an hour later take bath with preferably cold water and if it is too cold you can use warm water. Drape a blanket after you take bath.

How it Works

Applying mud on the abdomen soaks the heat and activates the bowel. It is effective in decreasing intestinal heat and stimulates bowel movement hence helping in elimination of stool. When applied to abdomen it helps cure all forms of indigestion and other stomach problems.

Various other Benefits of Mud Therapy

1. Stomach pain, arthritis patients also benefits from mud therapy.
2. Application of the pack around the eyes is useful in cases of conjunctivitis, hemorrhages in the eyeball, itching, allergy, errors of refraction like short sight and long sight and particularly beneficial in glaucoma where it helps to reduce eyeball stress.
3. Mud pack put on head has been found to be helpful in congestive headache and provides quick relief from the head ache.
4. Many skin diseases are also cured and the skin gets a luster.

Benefits of Mud Baths

Why should you do a mud bath? (in no particular order, all reasons are great!)

1) Puts a little adventure in your life

2) Relieves muscle and joint aches and pains

The deep heat from the Mud & geothermal waters have incredible anti-inflammatory properties.

3) Relaxation like you have never felt

The warm, soft mixture of the mud  “feels awesome” and allows your body to let go.

4) Takes the stress off your body

You are completely suspended, no pressure on your body while floating in the Mud Bath.

5) Detoxifies your body.

The earth heals you in these treatments by drawing out the toxins and impurities from your body.

6) Softens Skin

The volcanic ash exfoliates your skin.

7) Improves Circulation

The heat from the geothermal water and the Jacuzzi jets invigorate your circulation.

8) Balances pH Levels

Complex minerals from Calistoga’s historic geothermal waters are infused into your body, helping to balance out your body’s natural pH

9) Silences the outside world

Baths at Roman Spa is one of two properties in Calistoga that offer private treatment rooms so you can create the perfect atmosphere for your body and mind.  A specialty at the Baths at Roman Spa!

10) All-in-One

Baths at Roman Spa offers a geothermal shower, mineral bath, all within the same room because once you are relaxed, you are not going to want to travel far.  Get the ultimate all-in-one experience and add a massage to your mud bath and then you can add an 11th benefit to the mud bath:

11)  Go deeper into your massage

The mud and mineral baths will prep your muscles to let go so your massage therapist can go deeper, releasing even more tensions and stresses, allowing you to leave the spa with a totally rejuvenated mind and body!

Types of Muds & their uses

Mud and Clay

Mud is an element of the earth that is said to possess therapeutic properties. It is made of a combination of soil, silt, clay and water. It is rich in vitamins, minerals and plant substance. Scholars believe that it was the Romans who discovered the therapy of Mud baths as early as 120 B.C. Today we know that Mud, helps to draw out excess heat and cool the body. Its property of water solubility allows the skin to absorb nourishing nutrients when applied. One of the additional benefits with Mud is that, due to its nature other ingredients can be added to the mixture to further boost treatment results. 

Clay like mud comes from the earth. However, due to its composition nature it has a tendency to soak up or dry, hence it is used in cosmetic products as a drying agent. It is a component found in many cosmetic products like foundation and powders. Clay has the ability to remove matter suspended in liquid, as its natural property is oil balancing. Thus, clay helps to assist the body in the systemic removal of many industrial chemicals that the body would otherwise have difficulty eliminating. 

Types of Mud Across the World 

Mud is used as a healing agent for cracks, bites, burns and other skin afflictions. Pure mud helps to de-toxify, remineralize and is anti-inflammatory. Every region on earth, according to its geographic and climatic conditions produces Mud that is unique in its mineral and biological content. Depending upon the region, where the Mud is obtained it may contain high concentrations of Iron, Manganese, Zinc Copper or Selenium. This can be used to treat various ailments, when used in a variety of combination.

• s   Dead Sea Mud 
• s   Moor Mud
• s   Volcanic Mud Bath - Calistoga (California) 
• s   Great Salt Lake Mud Body Wrap-
• s   Hungarian Wellness Mud-
• s   Clay Baths-
• s   Ischia Mud - Italy-
• s   Bad Wilsnack - Germany
• s   Ayurvedic Mud Bath - India
• s   Multani Mitti - India

About Dead Sea Mud

One of the world's best and most sought after mud comes from The Dead Sea. The Jordanian Dead Sea has black mud enriched with healing minerals such as magnesium, calcium, potassium bromide and organic remains of plants and animals. It contains 100% natural Dead Sea mineral clay, known for its therapeutic properties.

This brand of mud is used by clinics to revitalize the skin by removing dry cell tissue. This helps to increase the supply of oxygen to the skin tissues and removes toxins from the body. It penetrates deep into the pores and helps the skin absorb the 26 Minerals and trace elements. The rich in minerals black mud can be used as contouring body wrap over the entire body for thirty minutes. A thermal wrap sheet is used to wrap the mud over the body to prevent the mud from drying out. The body is covered from below the neck and the mud can be rinsed away with warm water after 30 minutes. This is followed by the application of herbal massage cream to relax the body and further rejuvenate it.


About Moor Mud

The rich black mud from the Moors of Austria is known for its healing properties. It is formed as a result of plant matter deposited thousands of years ago deep beneath the earth. It contains 100% Austrian Moor peat with water. The mud is odorless, containing just over 1000 plant extracts and trace elements. It is however not a clay based mud. In fact it contains only 3% clay. The rest of the ingredients for this natural healing magic are organic residue of herbs, flowers and grasses. It consists of 97% of decomposed botanicals, high amounts of humic and fulvic acids, bio-minerals, trace elements, vitamins, amino acids, plant hormones and fatty acids. It contains no aluminium oxide a metal that is considered harmful by many detox therapists. 

Moor mud has been used in the European spas since 1800's. For over 200 years, it has been referred to as having magical properties, which today can be explained through science. Its popularity has however not decreased and is still being used to:

• s   Cleanse the body of toxins
• s   Hydrate the skin
• s   Cure health problems like arthritis, chronic skin conditions and stomach ailments.
• s   Helps to ease joint problems, muscle tension and rheumatism. 
• s   It induces relaxation, as it helps to stimulate the body's natural production of cortisones.
• s   It helps to deliver nutrients and anti-inflammatory elements to the body, improve circulation, boost the immune system and rejuvenate the body tissues.
• s   It is very effective in clearing acne and calms inflammation in the skin.
• s   Due to its richness' in humic acid, which helps in the absorption of moisture and nutrients into skin tissue, it helps to fight ageing of the skin. 

This natural mud is applied and wrapped around the body for thirty minutes. Then it is rinsed thoroughly in warm water. An herbal relaxing oil is applied over the body after the bath. 

The moor mud is a fine paste that dissolves in water without clogging. Absence of clay makes it safe for septic systems. It does not clog the pipes and is suitable for normal bathtubs.

About Volcanic Mud Bath - Calistoga (California) 

Mud baths have been a tradition in Calistoga since the time of Maya camas Indians. Calistoga was formed after a series of volcanic eruptions 2-6 million years ago. It is blessed with geothermal waters rich in magnesium and calcium that burst gently upon the earth into steaming pools and rivers. Calistoga is found at the foot of Mt. St. Helena and at the top of the Napa Valley. The combination of mineral water from local springs and the volcanic ash from Mt. St. Helena make up the key components of the Calistoga Mud.

The combination of clay, peat and hot mineral waters in the mud bath relaxes muscles and joints, cleanses impurities and leaves the skin soft and renewed. The mud treatment detoxifies, soothes aching muscles, reduces stress and induces relaxation.

The treatment begins by slipping into a tub of fine clay based mud for 10-15 minutes. Mud treatments are considered wet treatments, which means they require a special wet room or shower treatment in the spa, to rinse away the mud after treatment. 

In the 1930's and 40's people suffering from arthritis came to Calistoga spas to take a mud bath every day to get healed. These days, people come to these spas to relieve stress and experience peace and relaxation. 

About Great Salt Lake Mud Body Wrap

The Great Salt Lake in Utah is an island sea that contains minerals and trace elements in abundance. It is 6-10 times more concentrated than regular seawater. On average approximately 500 inches of snow falls on the mountain ranges surrounding the Great Salt Lake every year. During summer the water of the melted snow wash over the mountains, drawing minerals and trace elements from the rich soil. Mountain Rivers and streams wash these elements away into the Great Salt Lake. Since the lake has no outlet all of these minerals remain in the lake. The salt content in the Utah's great salt lake makes it unique. 

Many clinics used this mud to treat people with psoriasis, eczema, body ache or other skin irritations. It helps to calm and soothe reactive skin. A Body Wrap is prepared. The body wrap is done to remove the old dead skin. The heat from the wrap helps to unclog the pores that increase the rate of respiration. Thereby it helps to increase the skin tone and texture. One of the beneficial effects of body wraps is its ability to bring positive influences to one's mind, body and spirit. 

About Hungarian Wellness Mud 

Hungarian Wellness Mud is a therapeutic mud used in medicinal spas in Hungary to treat ailments like chronic diseases of the joints and spine, sports related injuries, fibrositis syndrome, chronic joint inflammation and stress management. In the late 1800's, this fine mud was found in a natural spring in a place about 130 kilometers south east of Budapest. This mud was used to treat various aches and pains. Hungarian wellness mud has over 60% silicon dioxide, which helps to firm and strengthen body tissues. It also contains iron and sulphur known for stimulating blood circulation. When used as a body wrap, it promotes firmness and strength to body tissues and draws out toxins from the body. It is known for detoxification, cellulite, cell renewal and deep skin cleansing.

About Clay Baths

This is one of the most effective methods to eliminate toxic substances that have accumulated in the body. They cleanse the skin and stimulate the lymphatic system. The goal of a clay bath is to relax the conscious mind and release stress.

It is recommended to have clay baths without a combination of herbs. The best water to use with clay baths is natural, high quality spring water or if not possible, reverse osmosis water can be used. Adding natural sea salt to a clay bath is a good idea. Sea salt acts as a tonic and increases the ion exchange capability of clay in a clay bath. A healing clay bath should predominantly consist of green or grey sodium or calcium smectite. Natural raw clays are best, agricultural grade clays are next best and technical grade class are third. A warm or tepid clay bath lasts for 20-30 minutes. The bathtub should be filled with water at a temperature of 98-100 degrees Fahrenheit. The bath should be discontinued if the heart rate accelerates or if extreme fatigue occurs. Any systemic shock indicates that the bath should be discontinued.

Clay can ruin standard plumbing, so the water in the tub after a clay bath should be either pumped out or be left to dry outside. Once the water evaporates the clay can be disposed easily into the garbage. One can also install an inline-pressurized filter to remove clay from water. 

About Ischia Mud - Italy

Ischia is the eight largest Italian islands and the largest in the Bay of Naples. This volcanic island is known for its volcanic mud and thermal waters. Ischia mud originates from many volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. The mud contains sodium, chlorine, potassium, calcium and sulphur. It is hence suitable for therapeutic treatment like arthrosis, psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema, respiratory diseases and intestinal disorders. 


About Bad Wilsnack - Germany

Bad Wilsnack, pronounced as But Wilsnack, is a town in Germany. Since 1928, it is recognized as a spa town. The brownish black mud in Bad Wilsnack in Germany has been used to ease back pain and arthritis for more than a century. The mud bath in Bad Wilsnack has healing properties because of its high mineral content. People take mud baths in tubs with the mud heated up to 39 or 43 degrees Celsius. The heat creates an artificial fever, stirring up a person's enzymes and this makes the immune system function better. This mud therapy is recommended for people with joint problems, arthritis, skin diseases or menopausal problems.

About Ayurvedic Mud Bath - India

About Multani Mitti - India

It is known as Indian Fullers earth. It is highly absorbent and formed due to the decomposition of volcanic ash. It is good for drawing excess oils from the skin and stimulates circulation to the skin. This clay is used by many Indian women to wash their hair, as it makes it soft and shiny. 

Multani Mitti or Indian Fullers earth as its called in the west is popularly used to cool the skin. With India being a tropical country, this mud has been popularly used to take care of the skin during the prickly heat season of summer. It is applied as a paste on the skin's surface for 15- 20 mints and then washed off. This leaves the skin feeling smooth, soft, moist and rejuvenated. 

Multani Mitti is popularly mixed with other products such as oils and herbs to match the skin type of the patient. The positive result can be immediately felt and seen once washed off. It is however impeccable that the mud is left on for the right duration of time. If left for too long, it can in fact cause discomfort and dry the skin. Many spas, in India use this mud for beauty treatments. It is widely used as a core element in many herbal face packs.

About Mud Bath

Introduction of Mud Baths

Mud bath is a detox therapy, which has become extremely popular around the globe. Until rather recently, many European practitioners promoted mud baths as a treatment for arthritis. This back to the basics, relatively simplest of alternative therapies, tends to help relax muscles, soothe aches, improve blood circulation and smoothen the skin. With today's emerging trends mud baths are often recommended to help reduce stress and leave us feel rejuvenated at the end of the session.

Skin and Detoxification 

Conscious detoxing is a great way to achieve optimum health. The best ways to detox is through the skin. Detoxification is one of the most effective methods to eliminate toxic substances that build up throughout our system. The toxins present in the environment constantly attack the body. These toxins get accumulated in the body's fat layers. Accumulation of toxins in the body cause harm to the biological processes. Hence, it becomes essential to remove the toxins regularly from the body otherwise; a high toxin load may cause skin problem, frequent or recurring colds, chronic pains, low energy levels, allergies and other illness.

The skin is the largest breathing human organ. Keeping the skin healthy promotes general health and well being. Taking a hot bath or sauna promotes sweating that flushes the toxins away from the body. Mud baths draw out the toxins and impurities from the body, exfoliating and nourishing the skin.

13 Unique Health Benefits of Mud Therapy

1. Acne and Pimples - Soft mud like Multani mitti which is thoroughly cleansed, may be made into a paste and used for local application on the face to get rid of pimples and also imparting natural radiance to the face.

2. Digestive Aid - Mud pack applied onto the lower abdomen helps to improve the digestion. This practice proves to be effectual in decreasing intestinal heat and at the same time stimulates peristalsis movement of the intestines. In case of abdominal gas or stomach ache, mud packs are advised to be put on the abdomen for relief.

 

3. Constipation - Mud pack applied onto the abdomen works as a wonderful natural stimulant for constipated bowels.

 

4. Diarrhoea and Vomiting - In case of loose motions also, mud therapy comes handy. For this purpose, mud packs may be applied on the abdomen (and chest in case of vomiting).

 

5. Eye Maladies - Mud packs applied to the eyes relaxes the eye muscles and is believed to be beneficial for the eye vision enhancement. Also, the packs are recommended in case of eye maladies like stye and conjunctivitis. This owes to the natural property of mud to pull out the embedded toxins.

 

6. Skin Afflictions - Skin maladies like eczema may be relieved by local application of mud. This is mainly due to the natural tendency of mud to be anti – toxic and cooling. Naturopathy suggests mud-bathing i.e. bathing while scrubbing the skin along with mud instead of soap.

 

7. Headache - Mud therapy is also an asset for headache, especially associated with hot and humid external environment. The mud pack is advised to be applied to the forehead (or the complete head region if need be). This would help both in relieving the headache and the underlying cause of excessive heat.

 

8. Fever - Mud packs may be prepared and applied onto the abdomen as well as forehead to get considerable relief from fever.

9. Remedy for Skin - Mud therapy is wonderful natural assistance for the skin. This is because the application of mud onto the skin has soothing and calming effect on the skin and it also improves the blood circulation. 

10. For Skin Glow - This may be advised as beauty aid because mud imparts natural glow to the skin, improving and preventing skin maladies like acne, blemishes and skin allergies.

11. Healing Benefit - Mud also has an anti-inflammatory effect, so it is great for healing wounds and scars.

12. Anti-Aging - Mud also has an anti-aging effect. This may be acknowledged to the property of mud that aids in escalating the process of blood circulation as well its natural ability to regenerate the skin. It is believed that the mud exfoliates as well as tones up the skin tissues.

13. For Stress -  Another virtue that may be acknowledged is that as the mud therapy is soothing, relaxing and calming, it is highly beneficial to do away with both the physical as well as mental stress and strain. Naturopathic practitioners therefore many a times prescribe mud therapy in case of nervous disorders.

Uses of Mud in your daily life for good health

How to Use Mud

Mud, once purified, comes into diverse usage and applications like bathing with mud, sleeping or walking bare foot in mud, mud massage etc. Yet, most imperative usage of the mud therapy is the application of mud-packs.

 

Here are 5 ways how you can use mud:
 

• Mud Pack - The mud which is previously cleansed and soaked in water is first to be kept in a thin muslin cloth making it into a thin flat brick. This is then applied on the body parts as a mud pack. The duration of this technique of applying of the mud pack on the body is roughly 20 to 30 minutes. This may be applied at most of the body parts like the abdomen, forehead, eyes, back and spine region, feet and even the anal region.
• Mud Massage - This is the simple body massage with the aid of mud. This helps to remove and expel toxins from the body via the minute pores of the skin. Natural science beckons this procedure as a medium of natural detox.
• Mud Nap - This is good news for all those suffering from stress, anxiety, insomnia and related maladies. Sleeping in the mud also benefits significantly in case of nervine debility and mental instability.
• Mud Bath - Scrubbing the skin mildly with mud helps to overhaul skin tissues and improves on the working of body organs rendering good blood circular in the same.
• Mud Walk - This means walking barefoot in mud. This practice has since ages been accepted as it is believed to be wonderful for the optimum functioning of the kidneys. Not only this, it has other advantages like enhancing the gravitational influence within the body. Older generations have always believed that the mud walk is highly amicable for the eye vision. Only nowadays the predicament of worm infestations makes it un-doable to walk barefoot on the mud.

As much Naturopathy counsels Mud therapy, it also cautions about someprecautions with Mud therapy that need to be followed. 

Mud Therapy

Mud therapy benefits

Mud is an important element of nature. It contains important minerals which have positive effects on human health. Mud can absorb toxins from human body therefore is very useful in preventing many diseases. It is also known for its healing properties. It also helps in cooling and relaxing body as it can hold moisture for a long time.  

Benefits of Mud therapy are:

• It relaxes muscles and improves blood circulationIt maintains metabolism rendering positive impact on digestion
• It is useful in conditions of inflammation/ swelling and relieves pain
• It is a good hair conditioner and is good for skin
• It is useful in condition of stiff joints

Why use mud therapy?

Out of the five constituent elements of this universe mud (earth) has a pivotal role to play in our well being. The dark color of mud helps in absorbing different colors and conveying them to the the body, giving it therapeutic properties. Also, its shape and consistency may be modified with ease, just by changing the water content, which makes it easy to use. A mud pack is advantageous over a cold compress (cold water therapy) as it retains the coolness over a longer period of time. Therefore, it is recommended whenever a prolonged cold application is required. Lastly, it is easily available and a cost effective treatment option.

 

Types of Mud
Mud found in different parts of the world has different properties. Mud composition varies with the place of origin. Firstly, mineral constituents of mud varies with the kind of rocks found in the region and the process of soil formation. Secondly, mud property is influenced by kind of flora and fauna of the region. Therefore, it is essential to learn about properties of mud before utilizing it benefits. It is important to note that before using any type of mud it should be dried, powdered and sieved to remove any type of impurities such as stones, grass, etc.

Black mud: Dark cotton soil having some greasiness is suitable for mud therapy as it is rich in minerals and also retains water for long time. It should always be free from contamination and any kind of pollution.

Mud from Dead Sea: Cleopatra and Queen Sheeba used it for enhancing beauty, black mud of Dead sea has beautifying and therapeutic powers. It is contains more than 20 kinds of salts and minerals including Magnesium, Calcium, Potassium Bromide, Silicates, Natural Tar and organic elements. While these beneficial minerals are useful for  healing any kind of skin disorders, the presence of silicates make its masks very beneficial for softening and cleansing skin. The mud enhances blood circulation and leaves the skin with a glow. 

Moor Mud: It is mud produced over thousands of years from organic residue of flowers, grasses and herbs. This residue transformed over several years to fine paste which contains fulvic acids, vitamins, amino acids, plant hormones, humic acids  in a form which could be easily absorbed by human body. The mud has chelatic properties which enables its top layer to filter out impurities/pollutants and preserve purity of the mud. This mud has therapeutic properties and is useful in detoxification, healing, beautification, nourishing human body. The mud has anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects. It is also useful in conditions such as Arthritis and recovery from injury in sports. 

 
Mud therapy: How to use guide

Mud therapy could be used in two forms:

1. Mud Packs: This involves frequent application of packs of mud. It helps in improving skin complexion and acts on skin spots and patches to reduce them.
2.  Mud Baths: This involves application of special kind of mud rich in natural salts and mineral over the entire body ( except head). Mud baths are useful in many skin diseases such as Psoriasis, Urticaria, leucoderma. 

 Mudpack
Mud packs are typically used for local application. The construct and usage of a mudpack is similar for all applications on the thickness and the size varies as per the usage. To make a mud pack first soak mud in water for 30 minutes. Now take a thin wet muslin cloth and apply mud evenly on the muslin cloth to form a uniform thin layer of half to one inch in thickness. Fold all the sides to make it a compact pack. 

Mudpack for Eyes: Mud soaked in water is spread to make a half inch thick layer. The pack is typically 9 in X 6 in, enough to cover eyes completely. it is placed on the eyes for 20 to 30 minutes. An eye mud pack helps in relaxing the eyes; especially good for those who require to sit in front of a computer for long hours.

Therapeutically, it reduces irritation, itching or other allergic conditions such as conjunctivitis and hemorrhage of the eye ball. It also helps in correcting refractive errors like short/long sightedness. It is effective in Glaucoma, where it works to reduce the eye ball tension. 

Mudpack for Head: A head mud pack is normally a thick narrow band. It is applied over the fore head and helps to heal congestive headache relieves pain immediately.

Mudpack for Face: Fine mud is used for face and a smooth paste is first made using cold water. Apply this paste evenly on the face and leave if to dry for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes one must thoroughly wash the face with cold water. It helps in improving the complexion of the skin. In cases of acne it helps by absorbing excess oils and toxins from the skin. It also helps in reducing dark circles around the eyes.

Mudpack for Abdomen: The size of a mud pack for abdomen is generally 10 in X 6 in X 1 in for adults. The mud pack should be applied for 20-30 minutes. The body and the mud pack should be covered with blanket, if applied during the cold weather. An abdomen mud pack helps in all kinds of indigestion. It is very helpful in decreasing intestinal heat and stimulates peristalsis.

Mudbath: First the mud is prepared by soaking it in water. The mud is then applied to the full body either in sitting or lying down position. Mud is kept for 45 to 60 minutes and ideally be exposed to sun light, at least intermittently. Remember that the head should always be covered when exposing the body to sunlight. Afterwards, the person should be thoroughly washed with cold to luke warm water. Dry the person quickly and transfer to a warm bed. A mud bath helps in increasing the blood circulation and energizing the skin tissues. It thus helps in cleansing and improving the skin condition generally. Regular mud baths may be considered as natural beauty treatment procedure as it also helps in improving skin complexion and reducing spots and patches, possibly the result of some skin disorder like chickenpox or small pox. Mud baths are useful in many skin diseases such as Psoriasis, Urticaria, leucoderma, Leprosy and other skin allergic conditions. 

Despite therapeutic properties of mud which are very useful in maintaining good health and glowing skin, the over-use of mask applications may lead to excessive drying of the skin. Therefore it is essential to keep the pack moistened to avoid excessive dryness and stretching. Also, the mud must be carefully chosen for obtaining desired results, and its quality must be ensured to avoid any complications.