body wrap

noun

: a body treatment involving the application of usually oils or gels followed by a wrapping of the body with a sheet

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The spa program ranges from aromatherapy treatments to comprehensive wellness experiences, including an indulgent chocolate body wrap and the signature psammotherapy quartz sand therapy, inspired by ancient healing traditions. Taryn White, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026 The program weaves together cryo and thermal therapy, outdoor yoga on the rocks, a Utah salt and clay body wrap and sound bowl therapy. Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026 The Afri-Cure starts with a body wrap made from lemongrass, jumbie and tamarind leaves, as well as a gently exfoliating papaya mask applied to the face, and then a full-body exfoliation using turmeric, honey and local sea salt. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026 Because mountain towns tend to be at higher elevations than skiers and snowboarders are accustomed to in their daily lives, which increases the risk of dehydration (and injury, by extension), many programs incorporate hydration therapy, ranging from nourishing body wraps to IV treatments. AFAR Media, 16 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for body wrap

Word History

First Known Use

1974, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of body wrap was in 1974

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“Body wrap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/body%20wrap. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

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