Medical cups are used for inflammatory, congestive diseases, for preventive purposes, and in recent years have proven their effectiveness in cosmetic procedures. Anti-cellulite cupping massage with silicone cups improves blood circulation, has a beneficial effect on the skin, subcutaneous tissue, and muscles. Massage can be carried out on the most problematic areas of the female figure: the abdomen, the outer side of the thighs, buttocks.
Vacuum massage in the abdomen has a positive effect on intestinal motility, reduces the risk of constipation, bloating, improves digestion and slows down the formation of cellulite. The procedure is actively used in beauty salons with special devices for professional vacuum massage. The action of silicone jars is identical to such devices, and the procedure itself can be done independently at home. Silicone jars can be bought at any pharmacy (cost from 95 to 180 rubles). For a massage, you will also need a massage cream (preferably with a tightening effect) or ordinary cosmetic oil. So let's get started...
Cupping massage - how to do it right
Before you start self-performing cupping massage at home, you need to consult with a specialist. Massage has contraindications. The procedure is carried out in courses of 12-15 sessions. Then a break of 4 weeks and you can continue the sessions again, starting from 15 minutes a day. Tip: before starting the session, it is good to take a shower using a scrub. This will increase the effectiveness of cupping massage.
1. Cupping massage for the abdomen and sides.
Let's start with the abdomen and sides. First, the skin should be prepared - warm it up with your hands with ordinary massage movements or using a hard washcloth. It is good to purchase a special anti-cellulite body brush (any body brush with a coarse bristle will do). Do not be lazy to prepare the skin before cupping massage - this will help reduce pain and increase its effectiveness. After 3-5 minutes, apply a massage cream or oil only on the abdomen and sides. We squeeze the silicone jar and put it tightly on the skin so that the skin is drawn in by about 1-1.5 cm. You should not grab the skin with the jar from the first session. Start small. Movements along the abdomen should be directed from the navel in a clockwise direction. Circular movements can be combined with straight or zigzag movements. We massage the upper part of the abdomen from the navel to the ribs, with rectilinear movements. The lower part is massaged from the navel to the groin. Important: you can not do cupping massage above the pubis, in the area of the inguinal lymph nodes and on the inside of the thighs. Massage should be for 5 minutes, each subsequent session for a specific area can be increased by 1 minute. Now let's move on to the sides. We put the jar and draw it in a linear motion along the oblique muscles: down and up. Massage for 3-5 minutes. and after the end of the session, we massage the skin of the abdomen and sides with our hands for several minutes. Wipe off the remaining oil or cream.
2. Cupping massage for thighs and buttocks.
Anti-cellulite cupping massage of the buttocks and thighs should also begin with warming up the skin. You can massage with your hands or with a rough washcloth. Massage of the buttocks is carried out along the line from the sacrum to the protrusion in the thigh area. It can be alternated with circular movements of the buttocks. We massage the back surface of the thighs in the direction of the lymph outflow: along the midline from the knee bend to the buttock, avoiding the area with spider veins or veins. You can massage straight or in zigzag movements. The lateral part of the thighs is massaged with linear or spiral upward movements. After the end of the massage, you should rest for 10 minutes.
Cupping massage at home is a great alternative to salon procedures
The essence of professional vacuum massage in the salon is the use of a special professional apparatus, with a power and vacuum force regulator that can be adjusted to a certain type of client's skin. The principle of operation of this device can be compared with a vacuum cleaner. It retracts the skin, allowing you to direct the nozzle in the desired direction. The massage therapist acts on the skin and on individual zones that activate oxygen exchange in the tissues, accelerating the process of cellulite destruction. In fact, silicone jars for anti-cellulite massage operate on the same principle, and you can choose the specific area that you consider the most problematic. This is a great alternative for those who, for whatever reason, are unable to visit the salon.
Quite often, instead of cream, olive oil is used, or peach, grape or apricot kernel oil, from wheat germ, avocado with the addition of essential oils: red grapefruit extract, lemon, orange, tangerine and bergamot. A fairly common method of getting rid of the "orange peel" is a massage with honey. To do this, you should first warm up a few tablespoons of honey and apply it with your hands on the steamed (after a bath or bath) body. Vacuum massage with jars of honey will improve blood circulation, make the skin soft and velvety. Systematic, and most importantly, correct cupping massage will allow you to get rid of a few centimeters at the waist and along the hips, make the skin more even and elastic, and protect it from the formation of the hated "orange peel" at home.
Who is contraindicated cupping massage
It is worth saying that cupping massage has contraindications. It is forbidden to perform the procedure if:
Do you have any skin disease?
Hypertonic disease;
With varicose veins, vascular networks;
Cardiovascular insufficiency;
In the presence of malignant tumors;
In acute infectious diseases;
Blood diseases (including with poor clotting);
Pregnancy.
Massage should be carried out with smooth movements so that the sensations are not too painful.
The procedure should not cause severe pain, otherwise it may result in bruising.
I must say that the problem of "orange peel" is relevant not only for overweight people. The problem occurs in slender girls and women and never occurs in men. The causes of this cosmetic problem are the action of the female sex hormone (estrogen), as well as a violation of protein metabolism, proper diet, sedentary lifestyle, stress, fatigue.
To achieve a visible positive result, an integrated approach to solving the problem is needed: proper nutrition, more hiking, contrast showers, physical exercises for the legs, waist and lateral abdominal muscles. The formation of cellulite is promoted by fried foods, including meat, poultry with skin, sausage, ham, smoked meats, marinades, pickles, pastries, including cakes with cream.
If you have a predisposition to the formation of cellulite, you should completely abandon these products. You should also eliminate alcohol and quit smoking (if such a problem exists). Unfortunately, there is no magic cream against cellulite yet. Get rid of the "orange peel" instantly - it's simply impossible! Only with strict systematic observance of all recommendations, the result can be seen after 4-8 weeks. Good luck!
