Ancestral method brought up to date by France Guillain, the derivative bath is becoming a real trend. This method helps to restore some natural elimination functions of the body.
No, the derivative bath is not yet another method to guarantee your well-being. It is ancestral know-how that costs nothing or at a very affordable price. Indeed, no need to invest in expensive products or equipment to enjoy all of its amazing results. The derivative bath was first performed in the 19th century by Louis Kuhne, a German naturopath. The animals themselves practice it instinctively.
The navigator France Guillain popularized the derivative bath in the 1970s, bringing with it great promises for the body and health: fight against bad sleep, stress, live the menopause better, reshape your figure, calm certain ailments such as migraines, reduce dependencies, regain energy or improve your memory… Now, let’s see how to practice the derivative bath and all its benefits on a daily basis.
How to practice the derivative bath?
The principle consists in reproducing the conditions in which our ancestors lived in order to derive all the benefits. A lot of walking and no underwear allowed them to keep the crotch constantly cool, the folds in the groin benefited from the friction associated with walking. Our modern and sedentary habits have kept us away from the benefits provided by the cold and friction in the intimate area. Our diet, even if it is relatively balanced, also results in a greater storage of thick fats in specific places of the body.
The purpose of the derivative bath is to remedy this. How? ‘Or’ What ? By refreshing the crotch thanks to an ice pocket. By keeping the perineum cool, body temperature is regulated and many other benefits for the whole body are quickly felt. The purpose of the derivative bath is to recreate the vibrations produced by the fascias (the membranes that surround the muscles and the organs) and which participate in the drainage of toxins. This practice thus allows better circulation of blood in the body.
To practice the derivative bath, there are two methods. It’s up to you to choose according to the time and resources you want to devote to it.
Use a washcloth
With a washcloth previously immersed in cool water, just make gentle movements, from front to back, between the perineum and the inguinal folds. Be careful not to warm the washcloth by passing your hand inside before using it. The temperature should really stay low once the glove is on. The ideal is to perform the movements for 15 to 20 minutes while keeping the rest of the body warm in order to create a real temperature difference without feeling cold and shivering. This point is important for the correct functioning of the method. Completely free, it nevertheless requires taking time out of the day and having good organization in setting it up.
Use a gel pack
More modern and more practical, this method consists of placing a pocket of very cold gel in your panties, in the same way as a sanitary napkin. The bags can be stored in the freezer and are ideally changed every half hour. For more comfort, you can wrap the pockets in a small fine fabric and keep them for about 3 hours a day, while continuing to have a normal activity: working in front of your computer, tidying up or any other daily occupation. It is obviously more practical to indulge in this practice when you are at home, but after all, everyone has their own organization!
What are the benefits of derivative baths?
The fact of regulating the internal temperature and bringing it back to its natural level can have positive effects on health, in particular it allows a more systematic elimination of waste. Thus, the fats which circulate more quickly, are also eliminated more quickly! And the icing on the cake, it is the thick and harmful fats whose evacuation is naturally encouraged, while the fluid fats, they can continue to play their role of protection against external aggressions, help to keep energy and regulate hormones. The practice therefore has immediate consequences on the body: better digestion, better transit, more restful sleep, reduction of certain skin problems such as acne, better resistance to infections …
Be careful not to confuse the derivative bath with the sitz bath, which is a completely different method. To guarantee the effects of this practice on health, it is obviously necessary to implement a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet and regular physical activity. The derivative bath is only effective in the case of a global equilibrium. It is advisable to practice the derivative bath every day in case of pain, and 3 times a week to maintain good elimination of waste by the body.
The derivative bath is a natural way to improve our daily life without being very restrictive.
There are nevertheless certain contraindications to the practice of the derivative bath: it is not recommended to practice this method during the first trimester of pregnancy or during the period of the rules. People who have had recent surgery or who have a pacemaker are also among those to whom the practice is not recommended. If in doubt, even if Louis Kuhne’s advice is still valid, it is always best to seek the advice of your doctor before starting.
Where to buy a pocket for a derivative bath?
A great follower of the derivative bath for more than 25 years, France Guillain has highlighted the “homemade” method. She also quickly realized that it was quite restrictive and that it took a long time. Not to mention the impractical side of the position to be held or the gestures to be performed. She has therefore modernized the derivative bath by creating a product that is easy to use and allows to obtain the same positive effects on the body as with the traditional method (but also more artisanal).
Many brands have followed suit with ever more innovative and efficient products. You can easily find most of these products on the internet by typing the right keywords into your browser’s search bar. In the field, Yokool is one of the most popular brands among consumers, and offers a wide range of products. All pockets are fabric and do not stick when applied. It is nevertheless advisable to surround them once again with a paper towel or a piece of cloth such as a fine towel so as not to have the very cold effect directly on the skin. Not necessarily pleasant, especially in this part of the body!
Inside the pockets, a thick gel that keeps the cold to allow it to diffuse for several hours. Yokool innovates to offer products that stay cold longer and thus avoid having to change them too often. These new gel bags can also be used at night or during a long road trip. It is advisable to buy at least 2 pockets to be able to swap them and leave one in the freezer when the other is worn. These bags can be ordered online, by pack or individually, and it is possible to take advantage of free delivery under certain conditions, a good way to reduce the overall price of the practice of the derivative bath.
For someone who has never practiced the derivative bath technique and wants to experience its effect relatively quickly, the gel pack is the best way to start and familiarize yourself with the method. This technique can be perfectly integrated into a beauty and health routine, without strong constraints and for a reasonable price.
Many users thank France Guillain for bringing the technique to France and for providing her precious advice for several years. Many devotees even say that the derivative bath has changed their lives.
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