Wrap with laminaria for weight loss and cellulite



Laminaria or, as it is called "in the people", sea kale is an excellent cosmetic tool used to correct a figure in losing weight, as well as solving such problems with the skin as cellulite. The vitamins A, C, D, E, B, and amino acids included in the seaweed contribute to the improvement of the skin condition, and the alginate, derived from laminaria, is a common component of various cosmetics to fight cellulite - masks, creams, gels.

Useful properties of kelp

With kelp production is such a fairly popular procedure in beauty salons, like a sea wrap or wrapping algae. This procedure can also be successfully carried out at home, which saves you time and money. This is a very effective way for a relatively short period of time to bring your figure in order.

Algal wrap can be subjected to various areas of the body that require improvement of the skin - hips, abdomen, legs, buttocks and even breasts. As a result of saturation with the necessary nutrients, the skin is perfectly moistened, smoothed, restores its natural freshness and becomes elastic and pleasant to the touch.

Types of wraps with laminaria

There are hot, cold and contrast wraps laminaria for weight loss and cellulite.

With hot wrapping, algae is used on large areas of the body. This procedure helps improve blood circulation, vasodilatation and accelerated fission of fats. In combination with exercise and diet, this speeds up the process of getting rid of excess weight and cellulite.

Cold wrapping involves the use of algae on certain most problematic areas of the body, for example, only on the stomach or on the hips. This procedure quickly removes the feeling of fatigue and stress, relieves edema, promotes a rapid outflow of lymph fluid.

Contrast wraps are the most effective way to lose weight and get rid of cellulite, when after a hot kind of procedure is made cold.

How to choose a laminaria for wraps

For wrapping, two types of kelp are used: leaf kelp (thallus) and algae powder (micronized algae).

Thallus can be purchased at cosmetics stores, or in specialized departments of hypermarkets, where whole-leaf algae sheets for sushi / rolls are sold.

Micronized algae are sold in pharmacies under the name "Laminaria thallus." They are a powder, consisting of crushed leaves of sea kale.

How to make wraps with laminaria

To achieve the best results when carrying out laminaria wrap at home, the following rules should be observed:

The best time for the procedure is from 18 to 22 pm, when the cellular processes in the body are most active and the process of nutrition and recovery is faster.

Before starting the procedure, the body should be prepared: take a warm shower or bath with sea salt, then thoroughly clean the problem areas of the skin with a salt scrub.

Prepare algae correctly

Algae for the procedure should also be prepared in advance - soak in water. When using laminaria leaf for 400-600 g of seaweed takes 4-5 liters of water, which is enough to wrap the entire body. For hot wrapping, the soaking time is 20 minutes at a water temperature of 50-60 degrees. For cold wrapping - 1 hour in water at room temperature. When using micronized algae to wrap the whole body, it is sufficient to use 150-160 g of powder. Soak should be based on the calculation of 1 part of the powder for 4 parts of water at a water temperature of 50-60 degrees. Powder should be filled with water in a thin stream with constant stirring. Use the mixture after swelling in about 20 minutes.

Stages of the procedure

Directly perform the procedure in several stages:

- put on the body of the algae and wrap it on top with food polyethylene film;

- with a hot procedure wrapped in a warm blanket, with a cold procedure, wrapping is not required, then take a comfortable position and relax;

- After the time of the procedure (40-60 minutes), do the reverse actions: remove the blanket, film, algae, then rinse the body with warm water and wipe dry with a towel, apply anti-cellulite cream to the skin. Used leaves of kelp can be applied again, keeping them in water for no more than 3 days, and the liquid in which the seaweed soaked can be used as a cosmetic for the face.

How to achieve maximum effect?

The optimal number of procedures is 3-4 times a week. The course is 12-15 times, while to improve the result you should combine hot and cold wraps, producing them alternately. At the end of the course, you should give the skin a rest for a month, after which if you want to repeat the course again.

When carrying out the course of wraps, you should give up fried, salty, fatty foods, strong coffee and alcohol. You should also use other types of wellness procedures, for example, gymnastics and massage.

Recipes for wraps with laminaria for weight loss and against cellulite

You can improve the result from the wrapping procedures if you supplement the leaves with a number of useful additives. Below are the recipes for the most popular wraps with laminaria at home:

Laminaria with cosmetic clay

100 g of cosmetic blue clay (you can also use black or white clay) to dissolve in warm water to obtain a mass of consistency similar to sour cream, then combine with the same amount of pre-prepared laminaria and mix thoroughly until a homogeneous pulp-like mass is obtained. To improve the effect, you can add 1 tsp. olive oil, 20 drops of peppermint oil and 10 drops of rose oil. The resulting composition should be applied to the skin and held for 40-60 minutes, after which it should be washed off with warm water. With this kind of wrapping due to the acceleration of biochemical processes, a rapid breakdown of fats in tissues occurs, which helps to reduce swelling and reduce body weight.

Laminaria with ground coffee

Mix 100 grams of ground coffee with the same amount of algae until smooth, apply to the previously cleaned skin, insulate from above and hold for 30-40 minutes. At the end, rinse and apply moisturizer. The optimal frequency of this procedure is 1 time per week.

Laminaria with honey

100 g pre-soaked leaves kelp mixed with 2 tablespoons. honey, heated in a water bath, then apply massaging movements on the problem areas of the skin, on top wrap with polyethylene. After 1 hour, rinse with warm water. Periodicity of the procedure - 2-3 times a week.

Laminaria with essential oils

To 100 g of prepared seaweed add 1 egg yolk, 2 tsp. essential oil of orange, grapefruit or lemon and 1 tsp. camphor oil, which has an anti-cellulite effect. The resulting composition should be mixed until a uniform consistency is obtained and applied to the skin. After 30-40 minutes rinse with warm water.

Laminaria with sea salt

For 200 g of prepared seaweed add 100 g of sea salt, 3 tbsp. avocado oil and 1 capsule of liquid vitamin E. All mixed well until smooth and applied to the body, rubbing smoothly in circular motions. Top with a film and a blanket. After 20-30 minutes, or after feeling a slight tingling, wash the contents off the skin. This procedure is also a good peeling.

Laminaria with hot chocolate and fucus

Fucus - a kind of brown algae, sold in pharmacies in the form of powder. Mix in an equal amount of kelp with fucus (50 g each), after which add the same amount of bitter chocolate melted in a water bath. Apply to problem areas for 20-30 minutes, then rinse with warm water. The mixture of algae helps to strengthen the lymph drainage, which in turn widens the blood vessels and improves blood circulation in problem areas.

Laminaria with cocoa and red pepper

In 1 liter of water, cook cocoa, allow to cool slightly, then add 400 g of leaves of kelp. After 30 minutes add to the resulting composition 3 tsp. ground red pepper and 2-3 tablespoons. olive oil. To put on problem places, from above to wrap up in a film and to wrap up a warm blanket or a blanket. After 10-15 minutes rinse with warm water, wipe with a towel and apply a cream. With this wrapping, an accelerated fat burning process takes place

Laminaria with vinegar

In pre-soaked seaweed add 1 tablespoon. apple cider vinegar and the same amount of olive or peach oil. The resulting mass is slightly warmed up and mixed thoroughly. The procedure is as follows: moisten in bulk elastic bandages and apply to problem areas, top with cellophane and warm a blanket. After 1 hour, remove the bandages and wash the skin with warm water.

Laminaria with milk and cinnamon

50 g of laminaria powder, pour 50 ml of warm milk and add 1/3 tsp. cinnamon. Stir well, let it brew for 10 minutes, then apply to the skin, warm it with a film and a rug. After 10-15 minutes, rinse and lubricate with a cosmetic cream

Laminaria with paraffin (parafango)

Mix the kelp with paraffin to warm to 120 degrees, allow it to cool to 80 degrees, then use a flat spatula to apply to the skin, wrap the film on top and wrap it with a blanket. The duration of the procedure is 40-60 minutes, then take a shower and wipe off with a damp towel.

Laminaria with an anti-cellulite solution

In pre-swollen powder of laminaria (75 g of powder per 250 ml of warm water) add the prepared anti-cellulite solution (6 drops of essential oil of orange, lemon or grapefruit, 4 drops of essential oils of rosemary and cinnamon, 2 tablespoons wheat germ oil and 1 capsule of liquid vitamin E). All well mixed, soak in the resulting composition of elastic bandages and wrap them with problem areas of the body, from above to insulate the food film and wrap it with a blanket. After 40-50 minutes rinse with warm water. After 1-2 such procedures you can lose weight in the waist from 2-3 cm.

Laminaria wraps are a great tool for weight loss and cellulite. However, remember that the luxurious effect they give only in conjunction with such recreational activities as diet, moderate exercise and massage. I wish you every success and good health!

Contra-indications for wraps with laminaria

Contraindications to the procedure of wrapping laminaria are:

- an allergy to iodine, which is part of the algae (the presence can be checked if the mixture is previously applied to a small area of ​​the skin);

- elevated body temperature;

- diabetes;

- oncological diseases;

- high blood pressure;

- varicose veins (for hot wrapping, with cold wrapping, on the contrary, you can improve the condition);

- Pregnancy;

- Postoperative period before the healing of the joints;

- the presence of scratches and irritations on the skin after the procedure of epilation.


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