Mustard is not only a common food product used as a flavoring, it can be used very effectively as a wrapping aid in the fight against excess weight and cellulite.
During the wrapping process, due to the warming effect of the mustard, the blood circulation on the problem areas of the body increases, the metabolic processes accelerate, the fat tissue is cleaved, and excess fluid is removed from the body, so that the skin is smoothed, gets a fresh look and becomes elastic to the touch.
Due to availability and low cost, as well as excellent compatibility with different components, mustard in the composition of wrapping masks can be widely used at home.
For wrappings, it is better to use mustard paste prepared from dry mustard powder, since a ready-made factory mustard, sold in jars, contains a number of unwanted additives in the form of various dyes and preservatives. The process of preparation consists in diluting the dry powder with warm water until a homogeneous mass of medium density is obtained, without lumps and inclusions.
Before using wraps with mustard for weight loss and against cellulite, you should know that not everyone is able to withstand this procedure, because mustard has very burning properties and if you do not follow the precautionary measures, you can even get a burn. Therefore, before proceeding to the procedure, a test should be carried out, applying a small amount of the prepared composition to the skin of the hands, in order to determine the presence of an allergy to mustard. Also, in order to reduce burning and to avoid undesirable consequences, various natural ingredients are added to the prepared mustard paste - sour cream, sugar, honey, cosmetic clay and many others
Contraindications to the procedure of wrapping with mustard are: cardiovascular diseases, varicose veins and thrombophlebitis, a tendency to high blood pressure, the presence of wounds and lesions on the skin, an individual intolerance to the components of the mixture and associated allergic reactions, a lowered pain threshold, for which you can not feel the moment of getting a burn.
In a small container, dilute 2 tbsp of mustard powder with warm water until a thick cream is obtained. in the resulting mixture add 1-tsp. sugar, 2-3 drops of essential oil of lemon, orange or grapefruit and 2 tablespoons. grape seed oil or olive oil. This wrapping besides the anti-cellulite effect also perfectly nourishes and moisturizes the skin
2 tablespoons Honey put in a water bath and melt to a liquid state, add 1 tablespoon to it. a mustard powder and a little warm water. Stir well until a thick consistency is obtained, then 2-3 drops of citrus essential oil and 0.5 tsp. sea salt. This wrapping also has a good peeling effect.
2 tablespoons red cosmetic clay (can also be used in black, white, green or blue), dilute with water until a thick mushy mass is obtained and add 2 tbsp. mustard powder, 2 tsp. sugar and a pinch of ground red pepper. All dilute well with water until a mixture of medium density. If desired, 1-2 drops of essential oil of orange, lemon or grapefruit can be added to the formulation. This is one of the most effective types of wraps.
2 tablespoons powder mustard stir in warm water and add 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar, 2 tsp. sugar and a pinch of salt. Stir well until a medium consistency is obtained. The combination of mustard and vinegar gives an amazing result in the fight against excess weight and cellulite.
2 tablespoons powder mustard mixed with the same amount of fatty sour cream and add 1 tsp olive oil. All dilute with water until a thick mushy state is obtained.
An excellent remedy for cellulite, where milk is used instead of water. 2 tablespoons powder mustard mix with the same amount of potato or cornstarch and dilute with warm milk until a consistency of medium density.
2 tablespoons mustard powder diluted in warm boiled water until a thick consistency and add 2 tablespoons. olive oil and 2 - 3 drops of essential oil of lemon or orange.
Increase the effectiveness of wraps with mustard for weight loss and cellulite can be regular exercise and proper nutrition.
When carrying the mustard wrap it is necessary to adhere to the following recommendations:
1. To obtain the best result, before applying the composition, the body should first be steamed out - take a shower or lie down in the bathroom for a while, then treat the problem areas with cleansing scrub with sea salt in order to maximize the opening of the pores to assimilate the useful properties of mustard.
2. The mixture is applied by smooth massaging movements only to those areas of the skin that are prone to cellulite. Basically it is the area of the hips, buttocks, legs to the knee, arms from the shoulder to the elbow. On the stomach because the skin is too sensitive there and is prone to the most irritation, the composition should not be applied. Remember that hot wrapping mustard should be carried out only on the smallest problem areas of the body and avoid applying the composition to the heart and kidneys.
3. After applying the mixture to the body for warming from above, wrap the treated areas with food film or polyethylene, you can put warm pants on top or wrap yourself in a blanket.
4. Optimal time of the procedure - 15-30 minutes, during which it is recommended to perform any active movements - a little like, jump, poprised. The sensation of a small burning sensation is considered normal - it is a sign of the action of mustard. If it becomes very uncomfortable, the composition should be washed off the skin and treated with a spray or cream with panthenol to avoid the appearance of a burn.
5. At the end of the procedure, remove clothes and film, remove the mixture from the skin with a damp cloth, then take a warm shower, wipe yourself with a towel and apply a moisturizer to your skin.
6. The course of treatment is determined by the achievement of the desired result and usually amounts to 8-10 procedures at intervals of every other day. A month later, if you want, you can repeat the course.
7. Wrapping sessions with mustard can be alternated with other similar procedures, for example wraps with laminaria, honey, chocolate, clay and others.