Wrapping is one of the most effective and demanded cosmetic procedures aimed at improving the condition of the skin and subcutaneous fat. According to the temperature regime of the mixtures used and the method of treatment, there are three types of wrapping: hot, cold and isothermal (close to body temperature).
Purpose and effect of hot wrapping
Hot wrap is used to lose weight and get rid of cellulite. This procedure promotes the expansion of blood vessels, activation of blood circulation, strengthening the permeability of the epidermal barrier. In this case, slags and toxins are released through the open pores, and the skin is saturated with active substances, minerals and vitamins.
This procedure stimulates lipolysis - the process of splitting and excretion of fats, but contributes to the normalization of metabolism. As a result of the wrapping, the following effect is observed:
- Smoothing of the skin;
- increase skin elasticity and elasticity;
- reduction of the "orange peel";
- decrease in waist and hips.
Types of hot wraps
Depending on the composition of mixtures for the procedure, these types of wrapping are subdivided:
- on the basis of seaweed;
- on the basis of therapeutic mud or clay;
- honey;
- chocolate ;
- oil;
- grape;
- herbal and others.
Hot wraps at home
Hot wrap is a simple procedure that can be done at home. First of all, you should prepare the skin of the problem areas - use a scrub (for example, coffee) and conduct a light warming massage. After this, apply a mixture, the temperature of which should be 38 - 39 ° C. With the help of a special film these parts of the body are wrapped, and from above you can wear warm clothes or hide behind a blanket. The duration of the procedure is 30-60 minutes. After this time, take a shower and use an anti-cellulite cream. Wraps are carried out 2 - 3 times a week by the general course of 10 - 12 procedures.
Recipes for hot wraps:
- Chocolate: 400-500 g of cocoa pour hot water to a creamy state.
- Oily: to 50 ml of oil (jojoba, wheat germ, olive, almond or other) add 4 - 5 drops of essential oil of orange or grapefruit, warm in a water bath.
- Honey: mix honey in equal proportions with milk or freshly squeezed citrus juice, warm in a water bath.
Contraindications to hot wrapping:
- varicose veins ;
- hypertension;
- dermatological diseases;
- cardiovascular diseases;
- gynecological diseases;
- pregnancy.