Frequently asked questions

Why can’t I use them on both feet?
You can if you really want to, it’s just that we have not found any evidence they work more effectively on both feet – if you know differently, tell us, we are always keen to hear more experiences. Our footpads have a higher proportion of tourmaline crystal in than most other brands, which makes them quite stimulating and we favour a gentle detox process over a longer period of time.

How else can I help the Detox process?
Drink plenty of fresh filtered water – as much as 2 litres a day - we know, we know, but it’s good for you. Avoid caffeine, alcohol (oh dear, oh dear), too much red meat, dairy products, sugar, too much wheat, hydrogenated fats (found in most processed foods), artificial additives and smoking. Eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables and take exercise on a regular basis. Oh and don’t forget the water – it is important.

What do the footpads do?
They contain tourmaline crystal and herbs which generate warmth in the feet and draw toxins out through the perspiration. Any release of toxins has to be a good thing as it allows your body to work more effectively. The warmth also stimulates the reflexology points of the feet.

How does Reflexology work?
People have known for thousands of years that the feet have reflex points which reflect every organ, part and function of the body. Stimulating these reflexes promotes equilibrium in the corresponding body part. Placing a footpad on the sole of your foot can work in a similar fashion. Placing the pad on different parts of the foot can show different results on the footpads in the morning, but as the liver meridian is on the right midfoot, this is the best place to start. Check out our reflexology footchart at the bottom of the page.

Can I use them on other parts of my body?
It is perfectly safe to use the footpads on other parts of your body, which may be painful – as long as it is not on broken, delicate or irritated skin. Some people have reported relief from aches and pains by using them on their sore knees or necks, for example. However you will not be using the reflexology points of your feet and you will not get the same release of toxins as using them on your feet. Some people find using them on their aches and pains as well as one on the foot, works well. We are all different, so experiment.

How do I know if I need detoxing?
Our body creates toxins all the time, which if our diet is perfect, we drink plenty of clean spring water and exercise, our body should be able to remove on its own. But we now live in a chemical world, pollution, amalgam fillings, medicines, pesticides, alcohol, poor diet, lack of exercise, stress… the list is endless, as are the symptoms; poor elimination, bloating, gas, brain fog, forgetfulness, inability to concentrate, headaches, allergies, overeating, poor circulation, fatigue, mood swings, bad breath, stiff joints, cold hands and feet, recurring infections, indigestion, poor skin, cellulite, back pain etc. etc.

Why are Crystal Spring footpads so good?
Crystal Spring Foot Pads contain a generous 6gms of Tourmaline Crystal, which generates a feeling of warmth on the foot. Tourmaline Crystal is known to be a natural source of far infrared and negative ions, both of which are extensively researched in the East and are know to be beneficial to health and wellbeing. The Footpads are manufactured from the highest quality wood vinegar extracts, not packed with extra fillers.

How do I know if they are working?
The great thing about the Crystal Spring Footpads is that the results are so visual. In the morning you will see a dark sticky mess on the pads. Over a period of time, that gets lighter in colour and less sticky. The footpads will never be clear as the herbs inside are a light greeny/ brown colour. Many people find they sleep better, their skin is clearer and eyes brighter but as everyone is different we suggest you write down any ailments or reasons for using the pads on a piece of paper and refer to it again when you have used all the pads. That way you can check out your results for yourself.

Are they safe to use?
Crystal Spring Footpads do not deliver any chemicals into your body, they are made from natural herbal ingredients. They simply support your body’s natural functions, and are therefore very safe. The powder contained in the ‘foot pad’ is acidic, but not much more so than the natural acidity of your skin.

Ingredients and why they are in there

Each pad contains:
Tourmaline Crystal 6gms. Tourmaline is a semi-precious crystal that is a birthstone of October. Apart from being used in jewellery tourmaline has been used in traditional therapies to heal the heart Chakra and neutralize negative energies. It is also worn by artists and poets who believe that it increases their creativity by helping them move beyond limited thinking to create vivid new ideas. Tourmaline exerts a cleansing and liberating energy and is one of the few gem stones known to emit far infrared this has a warming and soothing effect on the skin helping to excrete perspiration, which contains toxins, into the Footpad. Tourmaline also gives off negative ions, which are abundant in nature around waterfalls, and crashing waves. Negative ions are known to have a positive effect on emotions and create feelings of wellbeing.

Wood Vinegar 1gms.
Wood vinegar is believed to improve our blood circulation, which can lead to improvement in all the body’s functions.

Bamboo Vinegar 0.60gms.
Bamboo vinegar is a high quality vinegar extracted from Bamboo that is made up of 200 natural components. It has been used in traditional medicine in Japan for many years and is used in the footpads to draw out toxins through perspiration.

Sporopollenin 0.44gms.
Sporopollenin is a new Detox active ingredient derived from plant pollen with the ability to bind heavy metals and toxins.

Chitosan 0.4gms (derived from organic mushroom).
Chitosan products have been used for over 30 years by water companies to trap toxins, grease, heavy metals, and oils. Chitosan products are also used extensively by the medical profession due to their remarkable ability to promote wound healing, such as burns and skin inflammation. Extensive studies have been carried out to determine its fat binding properties and it has been successfully marketed as a weight loss supplement. Chitosan is normally derived from shellfish, however new advances have allowed us to add Chitosan from organic mushrooms. This means that the footpads can now be used by vegetarians and vegans.

Dextrin 0.44gms.
Dextrin is a binding agent to keep all the ingredients working in harmony with each other.

Vegetable Fibre 0.20gms.
Vegetable fibre is used to prolong the lifetime of the footpads. Its fibre prevents ingredients from hardening due to factors such as humidity.

Loquat Leaf 0.04gms. This leaf has been used extensively in Buddhist medicine for centuries. In India, it is widely used to treat many conditions, resulting in it being crowned the king of all herbal medicines.
The Loquat leaf contains malic acid, tartaric acid, citric acid, tannate, carotene, vitamins A, B and C. Its leaves and kernel contain amygdalin, otherwise known as vitamin B17, or laetrile. It is known because of its ability to promote the secretion of body fluids

Dokudami Houttuynia Cordata 0.04gms.
This plant is native to Japan, Java and Nepal and is found at altitudes of over 6200 feet – which is why you have probably never heard of it! It has been recognized for generations for its strong absorption properties).

Vitamin C 0.04gms.
Vitamin C acts to prolong the life of the foot pads. It is a well know anti-oxidants meaning it helps the footpads ingredients stay active for longer.

Total 8.5gms

categories
Detoxology Footpads

Box Contents
14 footpads, 14 adhesive sheets, instruction leaflet

Ingredients
Tourmaline Crystals 2gms, Wood Vinegar 0.60gms, Bamboo Vinegar 0.60gms, Dextrin 0.44gms, Vegetable fibre 0.20gms, Chitosan 0.04gms, Loquat Leaf 0.04, Dokudami 0.04, Vitamin C 0.04gms

Cautions
This Product contains shellfish. Do not use on broken skin. If irritation occurs please stop using and seek medical assistance. Not suitable for kids under the age of 3 years old. Do not use internally.