Lymphatic drainage wrap
The cells of the human body contain approximately 80% fluid. The main tasks of the lymphatic system are to remove toxins and waste products. With an unhealthy lifestyle and aging, vascular tone decreases and lymph flow deteriorates. As a result, the body gets slagged, swelling, allergic reactions, and cellulite occur. Lymphatic drainage helps to effectively combat these problems.
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Lymphatic drainage: what is it?
Lymph supplies cells with lymphocytes, which provide protection to the body from bacteria and viruses, and cancer cells. Lymphatic drainage affects the lymphatic system, which activates the lymph flow and improves the functioning of the body's immune and excretory systems.
There are 2 types of lymphatic drainage:
- Hardware, performed using special equipment.
- Manual, performed without the use of equipment.
The movement of lymph in the body occurs from bottom to top, so both types of lymphatic drainage are performed when moving from the lower extremities to the upper. The duration of the procedure is 35-40 minutes, the course includes 7-10 procedures. The duration of the course is determined by a cosmetologist on an individual basis.
In what cases is it recommended to take a course of lymphatic drainage:
- The presence of keloid scars, acne.
- The recovery period after soft tissue or skin injuries.
- Being overweight and cellulite.
- Deterioration of immunity, prevention of early aging.
- The initial stage of varicose veins.
The procedure is highly effective in combating fibrous formations in the subcutaneous fat layer, called cellulite. Increased blood flow and lymph flow causes a decrease in fat deposits, excess weight and swelling go away, and immunity increases. 
When choosing a lymphatic drainage procedure to improve the health of the body, it is worth considering contraindications:
- Damage and rashes on the skin.
- Oncological diseases at any stage.
- Varicose veins 3-4 degrees, thrombophlebitis.
- Chronic diseases of internal organs during exacerbation: nephropathy, renal and heart failure, cholelithiasis.
- Pregnancy, lactation, menstruation.
- Epilepsy, other nervous system disorders.
In addition to the high cost of the procedures, they have another significant drawback: cellulite nodes become more noticeable. This problem can be solved with other cosmetic procedures.
Lymphatic drainage wrap
Beauty salons offer several types of lymphatic drainage wraps, which differ not only in the temperature of the mixture used, but also in the strength of the influence of the components on the body.
Main types of wraps:
- Hot. It is performed using a mixture heated to 38°C, which is applied to the whole body or zonally. The body is wrapped in a film or blanket over the mixture. As a result, the skin heats up, blood flow increases, the pores on the skin expand and the active ingredients penetrate inside. On the other hand, toxins and waste are removed to the surface of the skin, fat cells are broken down, and cellulite compactions are reduced. The most popular mixtures for hot wraps contain chocolate, seaweed, and natural oils as active ingredients. The procedure allows you to get rid of excess weight.
- Cold. Wrapping is recommended for women who lead a passive lifestyle or who wear high-heeled shoes too often. When varicose veins Phlebologists recommend regularly doing cold wraps to remove excess lymph, relieve swelling, and strengthen the walls of blood vessels.
Sometimes combined wraps are offered, when a hot mass is applied to problem areas, and cold mass is applied to sensitive areas.
How to do the procedure in a beauty salon
The effect of the procedures will be noticeable even after several sessions, extra centimeters will disappear, the skin will smooth out and become elastic. For preliminary preparation, it is recommended to exclude salty, spicy, fatty, sweet and starchy foods from the diet for 3-4 days. You need to drink only clean water, at least 2 liters per day.
In a beauty salon, the procedure is performed by a qualified specialist. First, a skin scrub and relaxing massage are performed, then a thin layer of the active mixture is applied. 
The body wrapped in film is covered with a blanket, and after a while it is cleaned with water. Regular physical activity, diet, and massage will help enhance the effect of the procedures.
Lymphatic drainage wrap: reviews
Marina, 37 years old, Moscow: “I work in an art gallery, I spend at least 8 hours in high heels. My legs began to swell, heaviness appeared, and veins became visible. They advised me to take a course of cold lymphatic drainage wraps. I did 7 procedures and forgot about the problems. To maintain the effect, I repeat 1-2 sessions a month.”
Alla, 34 years old, Kursk: “After the birth of a child, a change occurred in the body. hormonal imbalance. Cellulite appeared on the thighs and buttocks, I couldn’t even wear tight clothes. I completed a course of hot lymphatic drainage wraps and was pleased with the results. The skin tightened, the relief became smoother. I plan to sign up for the gym and repeat the course again.”
