Honey massage - pros and cons of the procedure

What are the benefits of honey

Massage with natural honey (or rather honey mixtures) is a separate area of ​​reflexology, which is based on the interaction of biologically active substances with the epidermis. The technique is not new - it was used back in Ancient Tibet, however, to combat radiculitis, VSD, arthrosis and osteochondrosis, and not orange peel. The therapy is very useful for people with diseases of the joints and respiratory organs. After the session, the rate of blood circulation throughout the body increases and metabolism normalizes. The result is that the skin becomes elastic, smooth, toned, and visible lumps are smoothed out.

During a honey massage, your blood pressure may rise sharply. Please take this into account when carrying out the procedure.

The main benefits of honey massage:

1. Activation of metabolism in deep skin cells.
2. Removal of toxins, waste, carcinogens, salts.
3. Improved lymph flow and blood circulation.
4. Elimination of fat on the thighs, buttocks, and abdomen.
5. Smoothes cellulite dimples, stretch marks, increases turgor.
6. Relieving swelling.

Honey body massage does a good job of tightening the skin and eliminating sagging folds, which is why it is recommended after childbirth. On the face it smooths out wrinkles and gives freshness. The main thing is not to apply excessive force - otherwise the effect of the impact may be opposite to the desired one, painful sensations often occur, bruises and bruises may appear.

Anti-cellulite honey massage

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After the honey massage procedure, blood microcirculation and lymphatic drainage improve. Honey massage increases tissue elasticity, so this procedure helps fight cellulite.

Surprisingly, honey will not remove fatty plaques and excess deposits, but it stimulates metabolic processes in tissues. Honey massage helps to stretch fatty tissue, start and stimulate blood circulation in it. As a result, the tissue structure is normalized.

A single honey massage procedure will not give a visible effect, but a pleasant feeling is guaranteed. Any treatment must be completed in courses, so the recommended course is from 10 to 15 sessions. Massage sessions every other day. The skin should recover after active peeling.

After learning everything about honey massage, I finally fell in love with this procedure. It’s so great when there is no pain from pressing and deep rubbing of the skin, and the effect of the procedure is positive. In the same way, blood microcirculation increases, lymph flows out, and in addition, the appearance of the skin improves. I recommend everyone to try honey massage - you won’t regret it, that’s for sure!

Tatyana Dubrovskikh, Chief Editor of the website 'Electronic Advisor'

Contraindications

The indications for honey massage are simple - it is suitable for everyone who wants to improve the condition of the skin, tighten it, get rid of cellulite, and restore normal lymphatic drainage. But the procedure also has contraindications :

1. Honey should not be used by persons allergic to propolis.
2. If you have varicose veins, you cannot use honey on your legs.
3. Any inflammatory processes in the body, temperature are also an absolute contraindication.

It is not recommended to carry out a beauty procedure during pregnancy, menstruation, injuries and skin diseases, so as not to worsen your condition and not encounter unwanted side reactions.

Honey massage for cellulite and weight loss

How is honey massage useful in the fight against excess weight and cellulite? In cosmetology, the properties of honey such as moisturizing, cleansing and nutrition are highly valued. Therefore, in the lists of services of massage rooms and beauty salons you can find a large number of procedures using honey.

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One of the most popular procedures is honey massage against cellulite and for weight loss.

The massage therapist concentrates on problem areas of the abdomen and limbs. Most often this is the area of ​​the legs, or more precisely the area of ​​the buttocks and hips.

Classic anti-cellulite honey massage gives good results. The effect of reflexology is enhanced by the influence of honey. Metabolism, blood flow and lymph flow are stimulated. A correct, correctly performed anti-cellulite honey massage allows not only to sculpt the figure, but also to remove toxins, eliminate stretch marks, etc. After the first session, the patient can evaluate the positive effect of the procedure on the condition of the skin. It becomes silky and elastic, gradually regaining its lost tone.

How often can you do a honey massage to treat cellulite? The frequency and duration of a honey massage is determined by the goals, dynamics and direct opinion of the massage therapist. On average, a course of anti-cellulite honey massage should last at least a month and amount to about 10-18 sessions. If possible and desired, an anti-cellulite massage session can be alternated with a honey wrap.

Is it possible to do a honey massage every day?

Expert opinion

Daily visits to professional massage sessions are not recommended. Treatments should be carried out at least every other day, although two sessions per week will be sufficient. How many times the procedure needs to be done is determined individually. The honey anti-cellulite massage lasts from an hour to two. In order to improve the effect after the main course of massage, as well as to prevent the occurrence of cellulite, repeated sessions of honey massage are recommended. You also need to remember that massage alone cannot completely get rid of cellulite, you must adhere to a diet, in particular, exclude sugar, bread, milk and dairy products, the result will not be long in coming

Vascular surgeon, phlebologist

Osipova Ekaterina Yakovlevna

Technique for performing on various parts of the body

The massage technique will vary depending on the area being treated; the strength of the impact largely depends on the pain threshold. Some techniques involve light stroking, others require intense exposure to the skin, which not everyone can withstand.

The simplest technique, which is universal (suitable for all zones), medium effort:

1. Apply a mixture of honey and oils to your palms.
2. Press your hands firmly onto the treated area.
3. Hold them like this until you feel that they are stuck.
4. Quickly tear your palms away from the skin.

This action must be repeated until the mass turns gray.

There is also such a technique as rolling. In this case, honey is applied to the problem area and begins to roll out. You cannot roll it out by hand; you need a glass bottle or a wooden rolling pin.

Tactics for abdominal massage:

1. Honey is applied to the stomach.
2. The skin begins to be stroked clockwise around the navel.
3. On the sides, circular movements are made from the navel.

The stomach should not be pressed or squeezed, as these actions can negatively affect the digestive organs.

Buttocks and thighs:

1. Apply the massage mixture to the treated area.
2. In places where major fat deposits and cellulite accumulate, start pinching.

It is impossible to put pressure on the internal organs, as in the case of the abdomen.

When massaging your feet, treat them on both sides - front and back. Otherwise, the blood and lymph will not disperse, but will move to another part.

Contraindications to the procedure

Before signing up for a honey massage course, read the contraindications that this procedure has:

• Allergy to honey and bee products (before the first procedure, the massage therapist conducts an allergy test for the honey used on the wrist or the inside of the elbow)
• Pregnancy
• Breast-feeding
• Fungal, viral, bacterial diseases
• Extremely thick hair – in this case, massage will be simply useless
• Malignant neoplasms
• Tuberculosis
• Pathologies of the hematopoietic system
• High body temperature
• Hypertension
• Varicose veins
• Diabetes

During a honey massage, it is possible that unpleasant sensations may occur. As a rule, they go away after several procedures, but everything is individual. Focus on your feelings and be sure to tell the massage therapist if the pain is very severe.

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How to do it correctly at home

Let's consider the main features and subtleties of performing a honey massage yourself. Stage one is preparatory. Maximum results can be achieved when working with steamed and scrubbed skin. Before starting the session, the treated areas will need to be wiped dry.

Stage two – honey preparation. The candied product is melted before use, the liquid product is simply heated. Combine honey with oils.

The third stage is applying the massage mass to the skin in an even layer and directly massage. Start with simple claps on problem areas. The hands should first stick and then, as it were, pull back the skin. You can do rolls and pinches, adjusting the intensity of the impact taking into account the pain. If you do everything correctly, the honey will become thick and gray and your skin will take on a pink tint. It takes 15 minutes to treat one area. By the way, gray mass is not toxins or waste, but the result of chemical processes that occur when interacting with honey and skin.

The inner thighs and areas above the knees should not be massaged.

The final stage of a home beauty session is rinsing with warm and cold water, followed by rubbing with a towel. All that remains is to apply a nourishing, moisturizing or special anti-cellulite cream. Yes, honey nourishes the skin, but after the procedure there is usually a feeling of tightness. Don't be afraid of small bruises - they appear in most people and go away over time.

Before starting a home course of honey anti-cellulite therapy, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with this video. It will give you an idea of ​​how to work correctly to achieve maximum results:

Is it possible to replace massage oil with honey?

For most of you, using honey in the form of massage oil will seem like real blasphemy. In fact, the first mentions of honey massage for weight loss and general health improvement date back to ancient times. What are the benefits of honey massage? Experts say that it is during this procedure that honey fully reveals its healing properties. In addition, its thick and sticky consistency makes the massage therapist’s movements deeper and more intense - unlike massage oil, honey does not facilitate the sliding process, but makes it more difficult.

Recommendations and contraindications

Like most techniques, honey massage has indications and contraindications. Among the first:

• osteochondrosis (including prevention);
• lung diseases (except the acute stage);
• arthritis and arthrosis;
• cellulite;
• decreased immunity;
• the period after suffering stress, depression;
• physical fatigue, mental overload.

Contraindications to massage are:

• blood clotting disorder;
• open wounds, burns, skin diseases;
• heat;
• allergic reaction to honey and propolis;
• cardiovascular diseases (massage is allowed no earlier than 6 months after a heart attack or stroke);
• fractures and other injuries (recovery period).

Pregnancy imposes certain restrictions. On the one hand, it is not an absolute contraindication; on the other hand, it requires caution. All manipulations are performed without pain, without affecting the thyroid gland, breast, or location of the lymph nodes. The decision on such procedures must be agreed with the doctor who is managing the pregnancy.

Do a honey massage often, but not every day. The top layer of skin that is peeled simply does not have time to recover in 24 hours. There should be at least two days between sessions.

By following the recommendations and listening to your body, you can truly enjoy the massage without any side effects.