The healing properties of essential oils are difficult to overestimate. These are not only great helpers in the fight against cosmetic defects, but also real doctors. Previously, when pharmacology did not yet exist, they were used to treat burns and various skin diseases.
Today, oils are most often used in cosmetology and the cosmetic industry. The variety of esters and plant extracts obtained can eliminate, probably, every problem that a modern woman may encounter. And often these defects are stretch marks and cellulite. Oils, of course, in this case cannot be called super-effective, but they help to a large extent to cope with imperfections. It is only important to make the right choice and carry out the procedures regularly.
Oil exposure
Not many women know that cellulite is good. It is an indicator that the reproductive function of the body is preserved. However, this is unpleasant for the woman herself, because no sane representative of the fair sex wants to show off the ugly white stripes and tubercles on her body. And in the future, this will lead to the development of a real pathology.
Existing oils from stretch marks and cellulite each in their own way help to cope with these kinds of defects. Mixes are most often used, but one kind can also be taken as a basis. Efficiency is due to the penetration of the composition into the subcutaneous layer. Depending on the type of oil, it has a certain effect, “breaking” fat deposits or making stretch marks less noticeable.
Popular views
There are a lot of oils from cellulite and stretch marks. Among them:
- lemon;
- fennel;
- grapefruit;
- geraniums;
- juniper;
- rosemary;
- an orange;
- tangerine;
- ylang ylang;
- cypress;
- cinnamon
- tea tree, etc.
There are really a lot of them, but today we will consider the most effective ones, and also find out in what ways they can be used to achieve maximum results.
Properties and uses of geranium oil
The product is characterized in that it helps to remove puffiness and increase the elasticity of the skin. By the way, grapefruit has the same properties. Geranium oil improves the outflow of lymph, elimination of toxins and toxins. Filters the blood, saving it from unnecessary elements, in particular, from uric acid. These are just the basic properties of geranium oil.
Application is carried out mainly in combination with other ethers and plant components. You can also use a mono-mixture for rubbing into problem areas with massage movements.
Tangerine oil
Citrus fruits are famous for their fat-burning properties. Moreover, not only the use of fresh fruits will help, but also the use of extracts from them externally. Mandarin oil effectively enhances the elasticity of the skin. Helps to make stretch marks less noticeable and is an excellent preventive measure against them. It is considered an ideal basis for creating a massage anti-cellulite mixture.
Lemon oil
It is to some extent stronger and more useful than tangerine. Lemon ether fights stretch marks more effectively, because, unlike its “brother,” it tends to strengthen the skin and dissolve scars. It is an excellent antioxidant that cleans the inner layers of the skin from harmful substances. Below will be a recipe with lemon oil.
Cypress
This essential oil also effectively fights cosmetic skin defects. Cypress extract promotes the burning of subcutaneous fat. Equally important for health, this oil strengthens the walls of blood vessels. Another useful feature is the restoration of water balance. And as you know, cellulite is a consequence of fluid deficiencies. Therefore, cypress oil also has the right to be on this list.
Rosemary
This ether helps to remove excess fluid. Thanks to this effect, it is possible to get rid of edema. Rosemary oil helps with stretch marks, as it evens out the skin and makes it silky. It also makes scars less noticeable.
But the ability to eliminate stretch marks is not limited to the properties of rosemary essential oil. Its use as an anti-cellulite product is also popular in cosmetology. Rosemary helps to destroy fatty plaques, stimulates the circulatory system and normalizes fat metabolism.
Cinnamon oil
This ether also helps to improve blood circulation, as it perfectly warms the skin. It has a rejuvenating effect. It is most often used in mixes precisely because of its warming property. The use of cinnamon oil in combination with coffee and honey will help to achieve a quick and good result.
Tea tree
Perhaps this is the most versatile essential oil. Its significant advantage is that it is the only form that can be used undiluted. Tea tree oil from stretch marks and cellulite helps in that it helps to speed up metabolism. The extract also has a pronounced antiseptic effect.
Ylang Ylang Oil
Ideal for those whose skin is dehydrated. Ylang-ylang oil from stretch marks and cellulite is effective due to such a property as nutrition and hydration. It also protects the skin from adverse environmental influences.
How to use?
We examined the essential oils that can be successfully used as a means to combat stretch marks and cellulite. Now the most important thing remains - to learn about the nuances of their use, methods of application, mixing, application, etc.
Begin with precautions. Every beauty should know that essential oil, whatever it may be, cannot be used in its pure form. It is always diluted with a substance of plant origin - peach, almond, grape seed, wheat germ, etc. Applying ether to the skin in its pure form is fraught with a burn.
Before using any oil, an allergy test must be performed. For example, you can prepare the desired mix in a small amount, and then apply a drop to the elbow. If no reaction was observed during the day, then there is no allergy to any of the components.
As already mentioned, you can take one view, but you can use several at once. Further we will consider recipes. It is important to adhere to the dosage indicated in the instructions. For information: 10-15 drops of ethers are taken per 50 ml of the base base (vegetable oil).
Massage using oils
This is one of the best methods to get rid of cellulite. In this case, honey is often used instead of a plant base. Massage can be done both with hands and with the use of various auxiliary elements - a massager or mittens with a hard texture. Physical action on the skin stimulates blood circulation and improves metabolic processes in the epithelium.
It is likely that after the massage bruises remain - this is a normal phenomenon, because of which you should not worry. To achieve the desired result, at least 10 procedures will be required. It is important to conduct them regularly. At least 10 minutes are allocated for one session. Massage can be done on your own, but it will be difficult. The best result can be achieved with the help of a professional.
How to prepare an effective mixture?
For massage, you can use mono-mixtures. For 10 g of base, it is recommended to take the following amount of essential oil:
- lemon - 4-7 drops;
- orange - 5-7;
- grapefruit - 5-7;
- bitter orange - 5;
- bergamot - 2-5;
- geraniums - 5;
- tangerine - 5-6;
- fennel - 3-5;
- nutmeg - 5-10;
- juniper - 4-6;
- rosemary - 5-7.
You can also cook mixes. For example, to prepare a citrus composition in a glass container, you need to mix 1 tablespoon of the base with the esters of lemon, cloves and orange - each 2 drops. You can also mix 4 drops of juniper and rosemary with cypress and patchouli taken in 3 drops, and add 2 tablespoons of almond oil.
A combination of five species will be effective. It is necessary to add the following amount of esters (in drops) to 20 g of the base:
- bergamot - 2;
- roses - 1;
- geraniums - 2;
- dill - 1;
- juniper - 1.
For the best result, it is recommended to use peach, almond and jojoba oil as a base, as they most effectively help in the process of losing weight and eliminating fat deposits, as well as nourish and moisturize the skin perfectly, which helps get rid of cellulite.
Stretch Mark Scrub
For the skin, even a simple rubbing of the mixture with base and essential oils on a regular basis will be beneficial. For example, you can mix peach or olive with ylang-ylang extract and rub into problem areas. There are a lot of variations. You can also add lemon oil to these types to enhance the anti-cellulite effect.
Many girls love scrubs. And not in vain, because they perfectly cleanse the skin, literally breathing life into it. To prepare an effective scrub, you must mix the following components:
- 1 cup of sugar;
- 1 tbsp. l cocoa;
- 2 tbsp. l coffee grounds;
- ½ cup almond seed;
- 1 tsp ground ginger;
- 10 drops of orange and cinnamon oil.
Cosmetic defect aroma bath
This use of oils is no less effective in the fight against cellulite and stretch marks. To prepare the aroma bath, you need to add a few drops of rosemary, sage and geranium to the mixture of milk and honey. Then add to the bathtub filled with half warm water (not more than 40 and not less than 35 degrees). It is enough to spend 20 minutes in it, adding hot water to maintain the desired temperature. Aroma bath, if taken regularly, will help not only to cope with cosmetic skin defects, but also to relax after a hard day.
Cellulite Wraps
Another useful way. It helps to cope with cellulite and stretch marks. The oils are mixed with the base, applied to problem areas and wrapped with a film. It is also recommended to wear warm clothes or wrap yourself in a plaid - this will help enhance the effect. Wrap must be carried out for at least an hour. After that, the oil is washed off, and a nourishing cream is applied to the skin. Here are some mix options:
- Apple cider vinegar or water is mixed with peppermint, rosemary and lemon oil in a ratio of 1 to 1.
- A few drops of orange and cinnamon are added to the finished white clay.
- Ready black clay is mixed with algae, after which a few drops of lemon ether are added.
- Ten drops of mandarin are added to 3 tbsp. l honey and 10 tbsp. l cocoa.
There are many options for preparing mixtures, and not just for wrapping. The most effective oils were listed above and their main positive qualities were briefly described. All of them cope equally well with stretch marks and cellulite.
Having mixed the basis of plant origin with ethers in the ratio indicated above, you will get a ready massage mixture. If you add sea salt or sugar and coffee grounds to it, you will get a wonderful scrub. And if mixed with clay, algae, ground oatmeal or honey - a lot to wrap.
As you can see, there are many ways to write effective recipes. You can improvise depending on your desires and needs. The main thing is to avoid a gross violation of the proportions of vegetable and essential oils so that there are no burns. By the way, you can also use vitamin E as a basis, or even its mixture with retinol, in order to achieve the best result.
In conclusion, it should be noted that oils from stretch marks and cellulite, as well as mixtures of them, cannot be used during pregnancy, in those areas of the skin where there is damage, as well as in the presence of an allergic reaction to one or more components. It is not recommended to use the funds daily, as this will not accelerate the appearance of the effect, but it can do harm. Enough 1-3 times a week. Also, you should not rub the skin very much with a scrub so as not to scratch it. Be careful and use essential oils wisely. Then you can avoid the occurrence of adverse events.