A slender body is the dream of any woman, regardless of age, status and other characteristics. In order to achieve the desired results, someone tortures himself with training, others sit on strict diets, and still others go to beauty salons. It is in them that a procedure such as seaweed wrapping has recently become popular. Does lying in one place surrounded by marine plants really help to reduce volumes? We'll figure out.
What kind of procedure is this?
Today, seaweed wraps are one of the most popular spa treatments. It attracts numerous women not only for its accessibility, but also for its effectiveness. It is believed that this technique is very effective in the fight against cellulite, overweight, as well as in the removal of toxins and harmful compounds from the body. By themselves, marine plants do an excellent job of such tasks, but for greater effectiveness they are combined with clay, silt or medicinal mud. Thus, this mixture not only removes harmful substances and fats from the body, but also fills the cells with collagen, minerals and vitamins. As a result, the skin becomes younger, tighter and more elastic. It is worth noting that correctly selected ingredients for wrapping and a properly performed procedure can eliminate such disadvantages as vascular mesh, rheumatism and other medical abnormalities.
What are wraps used for?
Seaweed wraps are popular not only among ladies with shapes, but also among thin women. Why is it so if the main goal of the procedure is the fight against extra pounds? The fact is that alginate is an important component of oceanic plants. It is present in most cosmetics, as it perfectly smoothes and nourishes the skin. In smaller quantities, but all are contained in algae vitamins C, A, E, D, as well as a group of vitamins B, which are simply necessary for the normal functioning of skin cells. For this reason, seaweed wraps are done for the following purposes:
- To get rid of cellulite.
- For weight loss.
- As a fight against stretch marks.
- To remove toxins from the body and skin.
- To increase the overall tone.
- If you need to cure a skin disease (dermatitis, streptoderma, etc.).
- Even to enhance immunity.
- And just for relaxation.
If cellulite wraps are done directly with algae, only the affected parts of the body are often wrapped. The same applies to the treatment of skin ailments, stretch marks, etc. If you just want to relax or improve your health, or you want to pamper your skin with amenities, then the whole body will wrap sea grass.
A little ahead - results
If you expect that a single seaweed wrap of kelp will give you a dream body, you are deeply mistaken. The course of such therapy, as a rule, is 10-15 procedures, which must be done in one to two days. The course should be repeated in a year, if the results have fully met expectations, or in six months, if your problem has not been completely resolved. What does a woman receive as a reward for such a large number of procedures? Firstly, the skin condition improves. Old cells die, and new ones become more elastic and healthy. Secondly, metabolism is accelerated. Due to this, extra pounds go away, and the metabolism returns to normal. Thirdly, blood begins to circulate more actively. Beneficial substances spread faster throughout the body, and thereby strengthen the immune system and increase overall muscle tone. And, of course, this is the mood. Because self-care is an important component of internal beauty, regardless of the external result.
Where to buy the main element of the procedure?
To begin with, you should know that the algae themselves that go on sale come in two types: whole thalli or chopped powder. The first option is considered the most effective. Thalli are actively used in spa salons, and they are also sold in specialized cosmetic stores. We must say right away that pleasure is not cheap, especially if you plan to conduct a whole course of procedures. But there is a second option - buy this ingredient in a pharmacy. Pharmaceutical wrapping algae are sold in powdered form - like powder or small leaves. In fact, from this their effectiveness does not decrease at all, unlike the price. You can purchase a similar product at a price of 50 rubles per 100 grams.
An important point! Preparation and application of thalli and powder is carried out according to various methods. In the case of the first, you just have to fill the algae with water and put it on the body. The powder is diluted with the same water, but applied as clay or any other mixture. For convenience, you can use a brush.
Trust professionals or your own experience?
Compared to the numerous, so to speak, sophisticated procedures that clients offer in salons, kelp wrapping with algae is a relatively inexpensive procedure. Nevertheless, for most Russian women this is a very tangible waste, and if it is not just about one time, but about the whole course of treatment, you will have to pay a tidy sum. Fortunately, in modern pharmacies and cosmetic stores, all those drugs that are used by masters in salons are put up for sale. You can buy them at any time of the day and use them yourself. Seaweed wrapping at home is not such a difficult procedure, and if you know all the rules for its implementation, the effect will not be different from the salon. It is only important to prepare everything you need, choose the time and tune in a positive, relaxing way.
What is required?
Let's start with the place and time of the procedure. During the seaweed wrap, no one should disturb you, so arrange in advance with your household so that no one bothers you or even asks about anything for a couple of hours. Do not forget that this is not only a treatment, but also a relaxation. It is also important to warm the room well. If the heating does not work well, turn on the heater for the duration of the procedure. Cover the bed or mattress on which you will rest during the wrap with a waterproof film and a blanket on top. Now we turn to the list of what will be required during a home seaweed wrap:
- Hot boiled water.
- Cling film.
- Directly the algae themselves.
- Towels and blanket.
- Cosmetic oil or moisturizer.
Start of procedure
To make the result even more effective, take a hot bath half an hour before wrapping. Opened pores can also be cleaned with peeling, preferably natural - sand or clay. To keep warm, put on a warm bathrobe and socks and quickly mix algae with water (if they are ground) or dip the thalli in hot water. After that, apply "seafood" to the whole body or to individual areas that need therapy. Wrap seaweed with cling film and wrap yourself in towels and blankets. During the procedure, you can turn on soothing music or sounds of wildlife. During the wrapping, the body may begin to sweat - this is normal, it is important not to open, but to keep warm. It is also important not to fall asleep in algae, especially if you are alone at home. Hot wraps should not become cold. After an hour, go to the shower and flush algae from the body.
Final stage
Since anti-cellulite wraps with algae not only improve the condition of the skin, but also remove toxins from the body, a similar effect should be fixed. An excellent antioxidant is ginger tea, which is often served to clients in salons after spa treatments. The recipe for preparing a drink is simple: half a teaspoon of grated ginger root, a slice of lemon, a spoon of honey and a pinch of cinnamon are placed on one cup. If desired, a sprig of mint can be added there. Also note that after exposure to all the elements that are contained in kelp, the skin may slightly “dry out”. You will need to moisturize it with the help of oil or the cream that you prepared in advance.
Please note that when applying algae to the whole body, inconvenience may occur. It is unlikely that you will be able to independently smear and wrap yourself on your back with cling film. It is better to agree in advance on assistance in this matter.
Maximum benefit!
As mentioned above, in some salons, seaweed wraps are performed in tandem with components such as clay, healing mud, etc. All this can be done at home, if you know the necessary recipes. Let's look at some of them.
- Algae and honey are a killer combination for cellulite. There are legends about the benefits of honey massage, and in tandem with kelp he is able to work miracles. For this procedure, chopped algae will be required, they are filled with water, and after swelling, about 50 grams of honey is added to the mixture.
- Clay or mud are healing natural ingredients. The first of them has cosmetic, antiseptic and anti-aging properties. The second eliminates skin diseases and affects the functioning of the joints. Choose what you need more and mix in equal proportions with algae.
- Some essential oils are also very popular in the fight against the "orange peel". You can apply them in a wrapping as follows: egg yolk, a teaspoon of camphor oil and a dessert spoon of essential are thrown into the swollen kelp. You can use lemon, orange or grapefruit.
Contraindications
Any medication or procedure will definitely have contraindications. A number of persons suffering from specific diseases, as well as those belonging to a certain category, wraps are not recommended. So, this procedure is contraindicated:
- Pregnant and newly born women.
- Diabetes mellitus.
- People suffering from venous enlargements.
- In the presence of hypotension or hypertension.
- Cancer patient.
- Obstacles are fresh sutures from operations, wounds and skin irritations.
Additionally, it is worth noting that some people are allergic to iodine. This question can be clarified using a test or in the office of a personal doctor. If there is still such a deviation, it is advisable to refrain from wrapping kelp both at home and in the cabin.
Seaweed wrap. Reviews
It's time to find out what consumers who have completed at least one course of treatment think about this popular procedure. Of course, there is an effect and it is difficult not to notice it. The state of health improves, the body tone increases, the skin becomes more elastic. Many women note that the main drawback - the orange peel - is smoothed out very quickly. One thing can be said about weight loss - due to the disappearance of the upper layer of adipose tissue, several centimeters disappear, but the figure does not change radically. However, in order to avoid allergies, you must consult your doctor in advance.
In general, we note that in order to achieve an ideal figure, it is necessary not only to wrap yourself in algae, but also to maintain the effect of sports and proper nutrition.