Paraffin melts at a low temperature, and so, hands, feet, and other parts of the body, can be dipped in melted paraffin wax, without the risk of burns or blisters. Melted paraffin wax is also used as a facial mask. However, the face is not directly submerged in melted wax. A gauze mask is used to cover the face, and then warm paraffin wax is brushed over it.