If the problem is not only being overweight, but also in the presence of a sagging belly, then diets alone will not help. You will need exercise specifically designed for this part of the body. And as additional helpers, effective anti-cellulite figure correction masks can be effective — both store-bought and homemade. These are what we will discuss.
Action
The masks for abdominal weight loss include products and substances that have fat-burning, stimulating, cleansing, and lifting properties. Therefore, it is not surprising that with regular use, they:
- intensively reduce excess fat deposits by burning them and stimulating lipolysis;
- deeply nourish the skin, noticeably increasing its elasticity and firmness, smoothing out the relief, having a tonic and rejuvenating effect;
- restore water-lipid balance;
- accelerate subcutaneous metabolic processes;
- reduce waist volume by correcting the figure in the abdomen and sides;
- remove toxins, toxins and excess fluid;
- activate microcirculation;
- significantly improve the appearance of cellulite;
- prevent the appearance of stretch marks;
- have a lifting effect.
Such an impressive list can give too much hope. But keep in mind that these are just cosmetics, and their effectiveness is not as striking and fast as we would like. In addition, masks perform only an auxiliary function, and without sports and diets are completely useless.
Indications and contraindications
Indications:
- cellulite;
- big belly due to fatty deposits;
- vague waist;
- stretch marks (you will find all the ways to combat this side effect of losing weight in a separate review);
- overweight;
- the process of losing weight (parallel adherence to a diet, playing sports, appropriate salon procedures).
Contraindications:
- allergy;
- pregnancy;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, any pain in the abdomen;
- individual intolerance to the components;
- skin diseases: rash, dermatitis with weeping ulcers and eczema, fungal infection;
- menstrual cycle;
- recent (no more than 2 months ago) operations performed in the abdomen;
- exacerbation of any diseases;
- oncology;
- fresh skin damage on the abdomen: wounds, scratches, cuts, abrasions, inflammations, sutures;
- cardiovascular diseases;
- transplants.
If masks are used for wraps, hypertension and increased body temperature are added to the contraindications, since this procedure itself is thermogenic.
Algae masks are contraindicated in case of impaired thyroid gland function, aggressive (mustard, cinnamon, vinegar, soda, pepper, coffee) — for sensitive skin.
Types
With thermal effect
Their task is to speed up blood circulation. The tissues will receive additional doses of oxygen, which is an active participant in fat burning. Usually included in the composition:
- ginger;
- melted chocolate;
- Capsicam ointment;
- laminaria;
- liquid honey;
- mustard powder;
- ground red pepper or its tincture;
- cinnamon.
Get ready for heavy sweating and burning sensation.
With cooling effect
The task is to cause narrowing of blood vessels, to cool the tissues. The body has to look for additional energy to heat the treated area, which leads to the breakdown of fats on the abdomen. They usually add:
- agar-agar powder;
- apple vinegar;
- crushed mint leaves;
- menthol components;
- camphor.
One of the best and most popular masks used for abdominal weight loss is chocolate
Almost all belly masks are anti-cellulite and do an excellent job with orange peel. If it is indicated that they are stimulating, then first of all they work with the activation of blood circulation and metabolism.
Recommendations
Preparation
- Do not prepare the mixture in metal or plastic containers.
- Ingredients should be mixed thoroughly to avoid lumps.
- Vegetable and cosmetic oils, chocolate, honey are heated in a water bath or in a microwave oven to 40°C.
- Everything you have prepared should be used immediately and not stored until the next time.
Preparation
- Lubricate a small amount of the prepared mixture on the skin of the wrist, rinse after a quarter of an hour. Monitor the result for 24 hours. In the absence of an allergic reaction, start using it for its intended purpose.
- Take a steam bath or shower (it is recommended to massage the abdomen with a stream of water). It is even better to carry out such procedures in a bathhouse.
- Remove impurities using a cleansing gel and a stiff washcloth.
- Apply the scrub. Massage your belly in a circular motion.
- Rinse off.
- Rub the skin dry with a hard terry towel until red.
Application
Apply a small amount of the mixture to the skin of the abdomen. Spread it evenly in circular motions. For a more effective figure correction, also grab the sides and back. Massage for 2-3 minutes, rubbing thoroughly.
If this is a mask for wrapping, hide it under several layers of cling film. It will perform 2 functions at once: it will not allow the mixture to drain and will enhance thermogenesis, which additionally contributes to fat burning. The main thing is not to tighten it too tightly, because this will lead to a violation of lymph flow and blood circulation. From above, it is usually tied with a wide scarf or wrapped with a towel.
For more information on how to do wraps at home, follow the link.
If the mask is thick enough and you are not going to make a wrap based on it, you can lie on your back (just put something under it that you don’t mind getting dirty) and leave your belly in the open air. If the mixture dries quickly, a second coat can be applied after 5-10 minutes.
The average duration is 20-30 minutes. Soft masks (honey, chocolate, clay, oil) can be held a little longer, up to 40 minutes.
Rinse
Take a shower or salt (soda) bath, which also contributes to weight loss. Do not use any gels, scrubs, or soaps. Wipe dry. Apply anti-cellulite cream or stretch marks cream (if any) to the abdomen in a circular motion. Wear loose, breathable clothing to minimize contact with the treated skin.
General advice
For the first time, sign up for this procedure in the salon to see how the master works. Then his manipulations will be easy to repeat at home.
Masks are done on an empty stomach, no earlier than 2 hours after eating. The ideal time is a couple of hours before bed. Frequency – every 1-2 days for 3-4 weeks. Then you need to take a break.
Abdominal weight loss is possible only with a low-calorie diet and exercise specifically designed for this part of the body. Some of the best masks are honey, chocolate and black clay masks. They can be made in a bathhouse, which itself effectively works for weight loss (we have already written about this). More aggressive components (mustard, ginger, cinnamon) should be used with caution and not used at high temperatures.
Store ranking
If you don’t have time to prepare the masks yourself, you can buy them in cosmetic stores. Some of them are quite expensive, but the effect from them is not long in coming. Some of the best:
