I look like a mummy, don’t I? Yes, it looks totally ridiculous but the results were phenomenal.

I was asked if I’d like to try an all natural, mineral enriched wrap at a place called Suddenly Slender. Why not? So off I went to Safety Harbor, a beautiful and serene city, to meet Bonnie DiMartino, the owner of Suddenly Ageless. An attractive, professional lady with flawless skin. You’ll never believe her age! The atmosphere is rustic with brick walls and very high, warehouse type, ceilings. You can see the ducts winding through the building. It has a New York City look.

Bonnie explains that The Body Wrap was researched and developed by Founder, Victoria Morton, over 30 years ago and is the best form of tightening and toning available. After a tour it’s time for my wrap. They use soft, porous bandages, that have been soaking in an exclusive solution of food-grade minerals.

Wearing panties and bra, Corina first measures all over my body. She marks me so she knows where to measure again afterwards; very precise. When she starts to wrap, she gives me a mineral solution for me to drink. Tastes salty. It’s to help my body cleanse on the inside as the wraps help draw impurities out. So, as you can see, I’m wrapped up good. I am covered from the top of my head to the tip of my toes. My chin and forehead are covered. And my hands! Now, I thought I’d be lying down for an hour. Well, there is no lying down or even sitting. I needed to be active for an hour and basted every 15 minutes. I felt like a roast. Bonnie has a Gazelle exerciser and a mini trampoline to keep active on. The reason for constant movement is that it keeps the nodes actively expelling the “junk”.

Before I knew it, the time had come to be unwrapped. The bandages did not really bother me, but it felt good to get them off. Aaaah, I shrunk to nothing! Not really, but after being measured again, I had lost 14 inches all over. Not bad for 1 hours’ fun. My skin felt so smooth and I had a lift in my attitude. Why, I asked myself, do I feel happier? It became clear that it was because I had just done something extraordinary for my body. Not just make-up or a hair cut, but something to really help it inside. Doing healthy things for my body always makes me happy! I could see some results but it was not till the next day that I really saw results. My hips, oh those hips, looked slimmer, as did my middle section and my skin all over was a much smoother texture and looked, well…pretty. It was good for my insides, but was really showing results on the outside also.

Ok, now for the questions we all ask. Is it just retained water that I am getting rid of? No, it is the impurities and excess water that are being drawn out which can look pretty yucky on some people, says Bonnie. How does it work on cellulite? Cellulite is nothing more than water-logged fatty tissue. Customers who specifically target cellulite ridden areas report visual improvement after being wrapped. Can the wrap help after excess weight loss or pregnancy? Yes, it takes time, but the wraps shrink and improve skin texture for even extreme cases. Can it improve my face? Certainly! Part of the process involves wrapping the face, as you can see on me. A visibly lifted and younger look is achieved on the face and under the chin. There is something called face–taping also that helps wrinkled and “crepe” skin. How many wraps will I need? Depends on the individual. You still need to eat healthy and exercise between wraps. (You must always be responsible for yourself.) The Body Wrap just helps you along. So, how many wraps you might need, depends on what goal you are trying to achieve. What to wear? Dress comfortably and bring a change of undergarments.

Remember, this is for women AND men. Many men have benefited from The Body Wrap. So, get past the, “I look like a mummy” fear and give The Body Wrap a try. I know I will be going back.

Suddenly Ageless is located at 225 Main Street, Studio D in Safety Harbor. 727-793-0288 Give Bonnie a call. She can answer any questions and set your appointment. Send me pictures! :)