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The reducing gel is a cosmetic product widely used to reduce measures, however this product is only able to help in reducing measures when associated with good nutrition and physical exercise on a regular basis, since this way the gel is able to improve skin elasticity and firmness more effectively.
Thus, the reducing gel alone does not work as a strategy for weight loss and loss of measures, since it does not promote fat burning, however it is effective in combating sagging because, depending on its ingredients, it is able to stimulate blood circulation and improve lymphatic drainage.
How to use the reducing gel
In order to use the reducing gel of measures as a way to complement the performance of aesthetic treatments, physical activity and healthy eating, it is recommended that the gel be applied at least twice a day, massaging the place where you want to lose measure, being normally used on the belly, inner thighs and buttocks.
The action of the reducing gel is mainly related to its components, because according to the main ingredient it is possible to stimulate blood circulation more or less, promote the formation of collagen and fight swelling, for example. Some of the main ingredients of reducing gels that can bring benefits and results are:
- Camphor or menthol, which cools the skin, causing the body to take a greater amount of blood to the region, increasing local blood circulation;
- Caffeine, which enhances the breakdown of fat within fat cells, decreasing their volume;
- Asian spark, which has an elastifying action and combats swelling;
- Horsetail, which is rich in organic silicon helps in the formation of collagen in the skin;
- Horse chestnut, which has anti-inflammatory action and combats swelling.
For the gel and its ingredients to have the desired effect, it is important that its use is guided by a dermatofunctional physiotherapist or dermatologist and that its use is associated with healthier lifestyle habits.
How to achieve better results
To maximize the results, it is important that the exercises are performed under the guidance of a physical education professional, who will indicate a training plan according to the objective, and that a diet is also made according to the desired objective, being nutritional monitoring is important. In addition, one of the ways to enhance the effects of the ingredients present in the reducing gel is through aesthetic procedures.
1. Aesthetic treatments
When the gel is associated with aesthetic treatments that use devices to perform massages, it is possible to obtain more benefits, because there is an improvement in muscle tone and tissue oxygenation, which can help in the loss of measures.
In addition, when the gel is used together with lymphatic drainage, it is also possible to increase the benefits, because this type of treatment helps to eliminate toxins and excess fluids from the body, and it is important that it be performed by a qualified professional.
2. Practice of exercises
To enhance the effects of the gel, it is important to practice physical activity at moderate or high intensity to favor the fat burning process, reduce flabbiness and, thus, there is a greater loss of measures. Thus, it is recommended to do strength and aerobic exercises, such as running, bicycle jumping rope, for example. Know the best exercises to burn fat.
3. Adequate food
To lose measurements using the reducing gel, it is also important to pay attention to food, it is important to avoid the consumption of industrialized and sugar-rich foods, such as cookies, ice cream, soft drinks and those rich in fat, such as fried foods.
In addition, it is important to drink plenty of water and increase the consumption of fruits and vegetables, in addition to foods rich in protein and fiber. Check out some tips in the video below for other weight loss tips:
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