Cream for tightening the skin of the abdomen: how to make the body elastic at home

Neither proper nutrition nor strict diets guarantee ideal body quality if a person is trying to get rid of excess weight. Sagging of those areas that had large volumes of subcutaneous fat is a normal situation, but unsightly. For this reason, a cream for tightening the skin of the abdomen is an important part of body care during the period of weight loss, but the average buyer has no idea how to predict the final result just by studying the composition. Is it possible to find out in the store what effect the chosen product will give and whether it is worth using such creams?

Skin tightening cream

The essence of any cosmetic product of this type (regardless of the area for which the cream is intended) is toning: the active substances cause the fibers inside the tissues to contract in order to maintain skin elasticity. It is possible to achieve tightening of problem areas if the composition of the product is good, but the weight loss process itself will not be helped, no matter what promises the manufacturer makes. The effect that girls get from such a cream is exclusively cosmetic and is noticeable only in terms of skin quality. Fat will not burn.

However, there is a difference between products designed to tighten the skin:

• some are focused on restoring natural turgor;
• others help increase blood circulation to remove fluid.

After losing weight

Caffeine, pepper extract, algae (mostly badyaga) - this is just a short list of components present in creams that work to tighten the skin during and after weight loss. Experts advise starting to use this cosmetic product at the same time as losing weight to prevent severe sagging. The product often contains locally irritating substances, which trigger an increase in intracellular temperature and accelerate metabolic processes. In addition to them, the following may be observed:

• AHA acids that remove dead cells, which provokes regeneration of the dermis;
• citric or tartaric acid - help increase the hygroscopicity of the skin;
• enzymes - their deficiency causes the loss of natural skin turgor, the inability to produce collagen fibers in the body;
• retinol is a stimulator of cellular renewal, also helping to synthesize collagen.

After childbirth

A woman who has undergone pregnancy, even if she has not gained excess weight, faces the problem of sagging abdominal skin and stretch marks. There is little physical activity in this situation: the appearance of the body is much worse than even after losing 25-30 kg. A product that is used for women after childbirth must have a moisturizing function. Anti-cellulite and other products that have a thermogenic effect should not be taken, because They will not help reduce the amount of excess skin. If collagen is present in the composition, the effectiveness of the product increases.

Additionally, you should pay attention to the presence of:

• base oils (almond, wheat germ, avocado, etc.);
• royal jelly;
• vitamin C;
• mumiyo.

If the muscles are “clogged” and pain is felt during massage of these areas, is this how it should be?

If you came not for a relaxing massage, but for a sports or therapeutic massage, then unpleasant painful sensations are, of course, possible. Since pain can occur due to compression of a certain problem area of ​​muscle tissue. In this case, a problem area must be understood as some fragment or even a whole muscle that is in a contracted/tense state. During the rest period, when you are resting (in this case, lying on a massage table), such a muscle is not relaxed, therefore, blood circulation, the supply of nutrients and oxygen are disrupted, and metabolic processes are disrupted. The muscle seems to be in good shape all the time, “at work.” In order to relax her, you need to make an effort. Of course, the pain that the client may experience during the massage should be tolerable. That is why it is necessary to talk to a specialist about all your sensations, since a massage session is a joint work.

Belly cream

The number of products that promise to quickly tighten contours and rid a woman of fat and the appearance of cellulite is large: every major cosmetic company considers it its duty to produce such a cream. However, whether the product will be effective, whether its use will reveal the desired tightening of the skin after losing weight, depends on the composition. We have already listed above the components whose presence makes sense in products aimed at improving the condition of the skin (stomach and not only). Below is a detailed analysis of the most popular ingredients.

With oils

If you see essential oils in the product, especially lemon, bergamot, anise, you can rest assured that the product will be effective. These components in skin tightening products have a good warming effect, have a positive effect on the water-fat balance, and can even help reduce the severity of stretch marks. Manufacturers practice adding essential oils to anti-cellulite products, because... Some of them give a good warming effect. During use, redness appears, indicating local irritation.

It is not advisable to use a tightening product that contains essential oils:

• for problems with blood vessels;
• during the menstrual cycle;
• in areas with wounds, abrasions, inflammation, dermatitis.

Products containing vegetable oils will also be effective, i.e. fatty – almond, cocoa, jojoba, etc. They will moisturize the skin, which will make it smooth. This component is mainly needed to combat stretch marks after pregnancy. On young skin, according to experts, products based on oils perform a tummy tuck no worse than products with a more complex composition, because sagging is not aggravated by third-party physiological causes.

With glycerin

Glycerin has been used as a component of body care cosmetics for a long time, but it is mainly found in creams intended to protect the skin of the hands. However, this substance has benefits. Glycerin helps normalize the water balance in the epidermal cells, as a result of which it becomes more elastic. In some products that model body contours, this substance is necessary to soften the aggressive effects of other components. Glycerin does not affect subcutaneous fat.

Silicone based

The group of products containing silicone is assessed by experts as relatively safe. The reason lies in the main property of this substance: silicone does not allow moisture to evaporate, because covers the dermis with a dense, impenetrable layer. The general principle of action is almost the same as that of glycerin, except that you cannot expect absorption from silicone. Alone, it does not provide any benefit to the skin, especially in terms of tightening, but if the product contains valuable microelements that provoke collagen synthesis, silicone will provide its fibers with moisture saturation.

A couple of important points regarding this category:

• It is not advisable to use such body care products every day: you won’t be able to achieve a beautiful figure faster, and you will harm the dermis (the easiest consequence is clogged pores).
• Choose a product with silicone, where this element is in the middle of the list of ingredients or closer to the end, otherwise smoothness, elasticity, etc. visual results will be only a cosmetic effect that lasts until you take a shower.

With vitamins

Dermatologists say that the skin will benefit from a group of B vitamins, which increases the protective functions of cells, stimulates their renewal, nourishes, and improves blood circulation. You can also take a closer look at products with retinol, tocopherol, ascorbic acid, and vitamin D, which are fat-soluble. Even a high percentage of these substances in the cream will not harm the body, because the impact will be external. However, lubricating the body with cream with vitamins will not give the same strong result as taking them orally.

On hyaluronic acid

Experts continue to dispute the meaning of the presence of hyaluronic acid in products intended for skin elasticity. An argument in its favor is the ability of hyaluronic acid to absorb water if it is high molecular weight, and to moisturize the dermis if it is low molecular weight. However, the effect of using this substance is short-lived, so it must be supported by the use of amino acids.

Is it necessary to undergo examination before a massage session?

If we are talking about pain in the back, lower back, cervical spine, and so on, then consultation with an orthopedic surgeon, neurologist, or physiotherapist is really necessary. Because in this case, massage is one of the methods of treatment, in addition to others (taking medications, acupuncture, physiotherapy, exercise therapy). In addition, you will have to take pictures and establish a diagnosis, which will allow you to most fully approach treatment issues. Only a doctor, based on the collected medical history and in the absence of contraindications, can prescribe a massage procedure. Naturally, a doctor’s consultation and an x-ray are necessary for injuries, including sports ones.

As for cosmetic types of massages, they also have their contraindications. The absolute ones include heart failure, thrombophlebitis, atherosclerosis, thrombosis, ischemia, aortic aneurysm, active form of tuberculosis, HIV, oncology, osteomyelitis. As well as high blood pressure, high temperature, chronic or viral disease in the active phase.

How to use firming cream correctly

A flat stomach means regular workouts in the gym or at home, plus good nutrition. If you decide to add cosmetic procedures to this program, you need to perform them competently. To tighten the abdomen, warming agents can be used 2 times a week, tightening agents - every other day. The duration of the course is determined by the specific product.

A few general nuances that will help you get positive results from using body products that ensure skin firmness:

• Take a shower before the procedure - the product will better penetrate the layers of the dermis.
• Distribute the product along the massage arrows, lightly rubbing it.
• It is advisable to apply warming (mainly anti-cellulite) products in the evening.
• Products that stimulate skin tightening through hydration and collagen production can be used morning and night.
• The effectiveness of using such creams and lotions will increase if you massage your abdomen after applying them. The manipulations are simple: pinching, tapping, stroking, rubbing. Duration – up to 5 minutes or until there is a clear reaction of the skin in the form of redness.
• If you are worried about your abdominal tightness after childbirth, you should start using the cream during pregnancy: this will reduce the severity of stretch marks and the degree of sagging.
• Don't expect immediate results: it will take several weeks to see the effect that the dermis firming product does (or doesn't give) after losing weight or giving birth. Only your doctor can tell you exactly how long to wait. Often the course of use of such a product is 2-3 months with daily use.

Effect duration

The effect is observed within 1.5 – 2 years , for some longer. The more serious the problem and the older the patient, the more often courses of therapy with Sculptra may be necessary.

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Popular brands

You can find a product that promises to help tighten the skin from online brands (Oriflame, Faberlic, etc.), and from brands presented in pharmacies, and in standard perfume and cosmetic chains. It makes sense to consider some products in detail:

• Guam is famous for its good skin care cosmetics, and Firming Cream for the body with a contour tightening effect is especially popular. Contains seaweed extract. The product can be used not only for the stomach, but also for the chest.
• Collistar is also among the popular brands. All skin tightening products have received a lot of rave reviews due to the pronounced effect obtained in 3-4 weeks, convenient packaging and the absence of allergic reactions.
• Nip + Fab is a little-known brand, but loved by women for its cream with bee venom. It gives a pronounced skin tightening effect, quickly helping you get into shape. A bonus is the low price for such creams.

What should you do before and after a massage?

After the massage, you need to slightly change your usual mode of water consumption - you need to drink more of it, since during the session not only the muscles are involved, but also the lymphatic system, blood circulation increases, so products that the body does not need should leave it as soon as possible. If after the session your appetite has awakened, you should not immediately run to eat high-calorie food. Wait at least half an hour.

After any massage, it is recommended to eat light plant foods, lean meats and fish. No buns, fast food or fatty meats, so as not to increase the load on the body and get the maximum benefit from the procedure, which stimulates metabolism well.

After the massage, you can take a bath with salt, relax, or take a walk. Strength training and exercise in the gym are not recommended - on the contrary, they should be preceded by a massage. Massage can be combined with a visit to the bathhouse, but it has its own characteristics. Before the bath, a relaxing massage is preferable, after - a light lymphatic drainage or anti-cellulite massage. But no healing or sports massages or massages in a bathhouse/sauna, where there is already increased stress on the body.

Price

The cost of a product that gives a noticeable effect (for stretch marks, folds, and other imperfections) ranges from 500-3000 rubles. Among cheap products (i.e. 100-200 rubles), there is no point in trying to choose something effective, according to reviews from women. The current price for such creams in Moscow can be seen in the table:

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