Anti-cellulite massage

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Anti-cellulite massage

Speeds subcutaneous circulation and strengthens lymph flow.

Anti-cellulite massage speeds circulation beneath the skin, increases the delivery of oxygen and helps break down fatty tissue. The result comes from a course rather than a single session, which is why the treatment is usually planned alongside lymphatic drainage.

How anti-cellulite massage is given

The therapist works the problem areas — thighs, hips, abdomen — with more intensive deep kneading and squeezing. The pressure is higher than in a classic massage, so mild discomfort is possible, though it should never reach pain. Redness may appear in the area afterwards; that comes from the increased blood flow and passes quickly.

How anti-cellulite massage acts on cellulite

The mechanical work of the massage strengthens blood and lymph flow in the subcutaneous tissue. The oxygen supply to the cells improves and the surface of the skin gradually evens out:

What changes in the subcutaneous tissue

  • Stronger blood and lymph circulation
  • A better oxygen supply to the cells
  • Support for breaking down fatty tissue
  • Improved elasticity and smoothness of the skin
  • Less feeling of swelling in the area
  • Better general body tone

Varicose veins, pregnancy and other contraindications

The treatment is given as a course, usually alternating with lymphatic drainage. Pronounced varicose veins, thrombosis, damaged skin, pregnancy and acute inflammation are restrictions — all clarified at the examination on arrival. Anti-cellulite massage is not part of naftalan treatment; it belongs to the aesthetic programmes.

Anti-cellulite massage in Naftalan — Sun City Hotel & Spa

The massage is given in the hotel's spa area. The best results go to guests who plan it on consecutive days together with the anti-cellulite body scrub: the scrub prepares the skin and the massage works the tissue beneath it.

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions

The result comes from a course rather than a single session — which is why the treatment is planned on consecutive days, alternating with lymphatic drainage. The length of the course and the number of sessions are set at the first examination, since they depend on the area and the starting point.

Because the pressure is higher than in a classic massage, mild discomfort is possible, though it should never reach pain. Redness may appear in the area afterwards — that comes from the increased blood flow and passes quickly. If there is strong pain or bruising, tell the therapist.

Pronounced varicose veins, thrombosis, damaged skin, pregnancy and acute inflammation are restrictions. If you have a vascular diagnosis, say so at the examination on arrival — sometimes the area is left out, and sometimes only lymphatic drainage is chosen instead.

The best results go to guests who build the course like this: the anti-cellulite body scrub prepares the skin, the anti-cellulite massage works the tissue beneath it, and lymphatic drainage in between helps clear excess fluid. The three complete one another.

No, anti-cellulite massage is not part of naftalan treatment — it belongs to the aesthetic programmes and is booked separately. It can, however, be planned on the same days as a naftalan course; the physician builds the timetable so the procedures do not load one another.

Drink plenty of water — in programmes working on lymph flow that supports the result. It also makes sense not to put the area under further mechanical load that day and to skip a hot bath. Mild sensitivity in the area may remain for a short while.

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