Excess weight and cellulite are the main "enemies" of most women. In the struggle against these imperfections of the figure, various methods are used, but the main thing is not to stop at one thing, but to use them in a complex. One of the effective components of treatment in the absence of contraindications may be a honey-mustard wrap.
Honey and mustard from cellulite
The effect of the "orange peel", especially pronounced in the buttocks, thighs and abdomen, is associated with a change in the structure of the subcutaneous fat layer under the action of hormones. At the initial stages there are small irregularities, later the pathological process leads to the formation of tubercles, a strong puffiness associated with the violation of lymphatic and venous outflow.
Wrapping from cellulite with mustard and honey has the purpose to influence the skin and subcutaneous layers to improve lymph and blood circulation, remove excess fluid and toxins from cells, and smooth tissues. Components of honey have a positive effect on metabolic processes and saturate the skin with useful substances, and mustard, heating up tissues, acts as a catalyst for these processes.
The result can be visible after the first procedure. The skin after the honey-mustard wrap is smooth, soft and supple. After several sessions, the irregularities are smoothed out, puffiness disappears, the skin looks more taut and healthy. These procedures help to prolong the youthfulness of the skin, prevent its wilting.
Mustard with honey for weight loss
Excess weight , "settling" in the lower half of the trunk, causes sagging of the skin and the formation of folds. When taking measures to reduce body weight with the departure of excess kilograms, these skin folds remain, especially if weight loss occurs rapidly and in adulthood, when the natural production of collagen and elastin in tissues is reduced.
Mustard-honey wrap for weight loss helps to improve skin tone, tighten it, get rid of sagging skin folds and prevent the appearance of stretch marks . Under the influence of honey and mustard, there is activation of lymph drainage, blood circulation, metabolic processes. In addition, thanks to the mustard, fat cells are cleaved and utilized by the body. As a result, you can achieve a reduction in volume with simultaneous care of the skin condition.
Honey-mustard wrap-contraindications
Since the honey wrap with mustard powder is a procedure with a powerful warming effect, it is not allowed to do it to everyone. The main contraindications are:
- cardiovascular pathologies;
- phlebeurysm;
- thrombophlebitis;
- endocrine diseases;
- diseases of the reproductive system;
- pregnancy;
- lactation period;
- increased sensitivity of the skin or the presence of damage on it.
Honey-mustard wrap - recipe
Many beauty salons have this procedure in their list of services, but honey-mustard wrapping is much more affordable at home, and it is not difficult to do it yourself. Honey-mustard wrap against cellulite and for weight loss are somewhat different in composition, so consider them separately. For each procedure, you need to prepare dry mustard powder, honey, plastic wrap, warm clothes or a blanket.
Honey-mustard wrap for slimming - prescription
In order for the procedures to bring the desired result, it is important to correctly prepare the composition and use all the recommendations. For the first application, you can take about a third less mustard powder to prepare the body for a stronger effect in the future. Honey-mustard wrap at home, the recipe of which is given below, provides for the addition of other ingredients to enhance the effect.
Prescription means
Ingredients:
- mustard powder - 30 g;
- sugar - 10 g;
- salt - 5 g;
- vinegar - 5 g;
- water - 10 - 15 g;
- olive oil - 10 ml;
- honey - 30 g.
Preparation and use:
- Mix mustard with sugar, salt, vinegar.
- Add warm water to the formation of gruel.
- Leave the composition for 3 hours.
- Add honey and butter.
- Lubricate the mixture with problem areas, cover with polyethylene, insulate.
- Wash off after 30-40 minutes.
Honey and mustard from cellulite - recipe
Carrying out the mustard-honey wrap of cellulite, it is worth enriching the basic composition with components that exhibit anti-cellulite action. For example, it can be grapefruit oil, which has a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin and the metabolic processes in it. The time of action of the composition can be gradually increased, bringing to the maximum permissible.
Prescription means
Ingredients:
- mustard powder - 4 table. spoons;
- honey - 4 table. spoons;
- grapefruit ether - 3-4 drops.
Preparation and use:
- Combine mustard and liquid honey.
- Add the essential oil.
- Apply, wrap film and insulate.
- To withstand 30-50 minutes.
How to make a wrap?
Mustard-honey wrap for slimming at home or from cellulite is carried out by a course of 12-15 procedures, performed every 1-2 days. After the first course, you can do it again, after 1.5-2 months. Be sure to combine cosmetic sessions with diet and exercise. If during the procedure there is an unbearable burning sensation, as well as dizziness, increased pressure, palpitations, it is necessary to immediately wash off the mixture and stop the course.
Honey-mustard wrap is carried out in several stages:
- skin preparation - cleansing, steaming and scrubbing;
- application of the composition with light movements, without rubbing;
- wrapping with film and warming with clothing or blankets;
- holding, during which you can either rest or exercise to enhance the effect;
- removal of the mixture under warm water;
- application of body cream .