It doesn't matter what type of figure a woman has, how old she is, whether she goes in for sports or not - cellulite does not spare anyone, even on a slender body. It is not easy to get rid of this pathology, but if you think through each step, approaching the issue comprehensively, you can significantly minimize its manifestations. The main step in the fight against cellulite is the correction of nutrition. Physical activity is no less important. But there is another additional way to make the skin even, smooth and silky - masks. Anti-cellulite formulations can be purchased ready-made in pharmacies and cosmetic stores, or you can cook it yourself at home.
Homemade anti-cellulite masks
The main advantage of such mixtures is the availability of ingredients and low cost. Homemade masks are effective and work relatively quickly, especially when combined with exercise and a balanced diet. They are characterizedease of preparation and use - many ingredients are in almost every home, and what is not on the shelf in the closet can be bought at the nearest grocery store.
Homemade anti-cellulite masks include primary and secondary components. As a rule, the following components serve as the basis:
- egg (partially or completely);
- sour cream;
- water;
- vegetable oils such as olive or almond;
- kelp (seaweed);
- beauty products such as hot wax, clay and so on.
Minor ingredients are just the products that are often already at home. Surely the ladies did not even suspect that they could be used for other purposes:
- s alt;
- ginger;
- mustard;
- coffee;
- honey;
- pepper.
It is not difficult to make a mixture with anti-cellulite properties from these products. Often they just need to be mixed in certain proportions, applied to the skin and left for a while, then washed off with warm water. Anti-cellulite masks prepared on a natural basis for the abdomen, waist, hips, priests are suitable. In general, they can be used on all parts of the body where such a defect is noticeable.
A few tips
- Any of the products or formulations may be an allergen, so an allergy test is recommended before use.
- Before applying the mask, as well as after washing it off, it is advisable to take a bath with sea s alt and essentialoils.
- During the treatment with the finished mixture, it is recommended to perform a light massage in order to increase blood flow.
- To enhance the positive effect of using masks, after applying them to the skin, it is recommended to wrap the problem area with cling film, and then wrap yourself in a blanket or put on trousers.
Masks with essential oils
The healing properties of extracts of various plants have been known since time immemorial. Today, essential oils are successfully used in cosmetic and medical applications for a wide variety of problems. One of these is cellulite. Essential and vegetable oils are used against a cosmetic defect. Extracts are highly concentrated, so they cannot be used in their pure form. Esters must be diluted with olive, almond, soy, peach or any other vegetable oil.
For anti-cellulite masks, a mixture of 8 types of extracts is used:
- mint;
- pines;
- cedar;
- cypress;
- juniper;
- bergamot;
- eucalyptus;
- melissa.
Vegetable oil will need 20 drops, and essential - 3 each. The resulting mixture is rubbed into problem areas and left for 15 minutes. Also, these oils can be an excellent base for the preparation of any other composition with anti-cellulite properties.
Masks with pharmacy products
Along with essential oils no less effectivehave clay-based compositions. This cosmetic product is probably also on the shelf in the bathroom of every woman. Clay is versatile as it can be used for both face and body. And the distinguishing feature is that it has a lot of positive properties.
You can prepare an excellent anti-cellulite mask for the waist and abdomen. Of course, it is also suitable for legs. It is necessary to mix three tablespoons of clay with warm water to a thick slurry. Then add two tablespoons of ground coffee, five drops of thyme and three drops of rosemary to the mixture. Mix the composition, apply on the stomach and waist for 10 minutes.
Another universal remedy is mummy. Its chemical composition has not yet been fully studied. But it is known for sure that it contains at least 50 elements that have a beneficial effect on both the internal organs and the appearance of a person.
The anti-cellulite mummy mask is useful in that it stimulates lymph and blood flow, thereby contributing to the breakdown of fats and smoothing the skin. This high mountain product is also excellent at fighting stretch marks, making them less noticeable. It is very easy to prepare a composition based on it. It is necessary to purchase mummy in the pharmacy in the form of tablets or powder, dissolve in water, then mix with cream (for more convenient distribution), and apply to problem areas.
Food masks
The most popular products for creating anti-cellulite body masks are honey, coffee, mustard and pepper. Latestthe two ingredients stimulate skin irritation, which causes blood flow to its surface and therefore helps to break down fatty deposits. Honey has a positive effect due to its vitamin composition, as well as the ability to soften and smooth. Coffee is no less valuable in this matter, namely, a natural powder obtained from ground grains. It contains antioxidants that purify the skin and make it breathe. A he althy dermis means clean pores and proper metabolism.
Irritant compounds are recommended to be used with caution in the abdomen and waist. For a mustard-based anti-cellulite mask, you will need a powder, not a ready-made store-bought paste.
- Mix four tablespoons of mustard powder with warm water to make a porridge.
- Heat 50 g of honey in a water bath, then add to the mustard.
- Then send four tablespoons of sour cream into the mass.
- Apply the mixture to problem areas for 20-30 minutes. If it bakes too hard, wash it off earlier and add more sour cream next time.
A mask with red pepper has a similar effect. To achieve the desired result, it is recommended to use it once a week for 1-1.5 months.
- Mix in equal proportions of five grams of nutmeg and red hot pepper powder.
- Melt 100 g of honey in a water bath and pour into the powder.
- Add two tablespoons of olive or other vegetable oil and mix well.
- Enrich the mass with five milliliters of cinnamonoils.
- Apply to problem areas for 15 minutes.
Not to mention the effective coffee recipe. It can be repeated at least every day if there is no allergy to the components. The mask is prepared as follows:
- mix 200 g of coffee grounds with four tablespoons of sea s alt;
- melt 100 g of honey in a water bath and put into the mixture;
- add one tablespoon of olive oil, stir;
- apply the mask to problem areas for no more than five minutes.
Healing "dough"
According to reviews, an anti-cellulite mask based on apple cider vinegar, honey and flour is almost one of the most effective. Unlike its predecessors, the "dough" needs to be applied for 1-1.5 hours. It is prepared simply: first mix honey with apple cider vinegar, and then add enough flour to them so that the mixture thickens. Apply the “dough” on parts of the body affected by cellulite, be sure to wrap it with a film so that the mass does not dry out, and wait for the recommended time.
Anti-cellulite masks to take with you to the bath
Steam is the best skin preparation option. Therefore, do not miss the opportunity to improve the effect of the anti-cellulite composition. They are used after leaving the steam room and stay on the skin for no more than 10 minutes. At the same time, it is not necessary to wrap the body with a film. Here are some recipes:
- a bag of blue clay + two tablespoons of honey + a teaspoon of cinnamon + milk;
- sea s alt + soda mixed inequal parts and diluted with water to a state of slurry;
- one tbsp chopped oatmeal + 100g grape juice + 2 tbsp honey.
Ready-made anti-cellulite masks sold in pharmacies and cosmetic stores
You can find a lot of different products that differ in composition, price and even the area of application. There are special lines for the waist and abdomen, hips and priests, as well as drainage and with a lifting effect. In the manufacture of cosmetics, a wide variety of ingredients are used. For example, fruits, berries, cocoa powder, coffee, seaweed. Each of these products has its own advantages and disadvantages. Some, for one reason or another, are ineffective. As the reviews have shown, the most effective masks are StopCelulite, "KORA", and a line of specialized products from the Guam brand.
StopCellulite mask from Novosvit
This manufacturer offers ladies everything they need in the fight against cellulite, including a body scrub, mask and bathing gel, which is recommended to wash it off. The products provide a complex effect on problem areas, thereby stimulating cell renewal and restoring skin elasticity.
GUAM anti-cellulite masks
The line of cosmetics is represented by products based on seaweed. This is a whole series of anti-cellulite masks, designed taking into account the characteristics of the skin. Among them:
- Fanghi d`Alga GUAM is a remedy for normalleather;
- Fanghi d`Alga GUAM Pelli Delicate is a mask designed for sensitive skin prone to allergic manifestations;
- Fanghi d`Alga GUAM Azione Rapida - the so-called accelerated formula created for those who spend their whole lives on the move (applied for 15 minutes);
- Fanghi d`Alga GUAM Dren - a mask with a draining effect, which has a pronounced fennel flavor;
- Fanghi d`Alga GUAM Formula a Freddo is a cooling anti-cellulite mask designed for those who have capillaries close to the surface of the skin.
Such a large selection of masks allows you to choose exactly the one that suits the most and meets the requirements of a particular person. It should be said that the cost of these cosmetic products is much higher than most others, but they really work and have a beneficial effect on the skin. The fact is that seaweed is a storehouse of vitamins, minerals and trace elements. And because the compositions based on them can not work. If there are no skin problems, and you don’t need to constantly rush anywhere, you can try the usual anti-cellulite mask - Fanghi d`Alga. It is praised, so you should not be afraid of inefficiency and waste of money.
Mask "KORA" against cellulite
This is another popular Russian-made cosmetic product. Composed of algae, oils, mud and clay. It gives a quick, but temporary effect, as it acts directly on the surface of the skin. The mask does not work at the cellular level, so after a whilecellulite will return. However, this is a good option for those who need to quickly remove the "orange peel". And the reviews confirm this.
