They promise to reduce fat, shape the silhouette and make the skin smooth and soft. But how do they work? Is it worth investing in these products? We spoke to several experts to find out.
Fat burning creams: what are they and how do they work
“They are basically adjuvants of the blood microcirculation and… activators of skin metabolism† They usually contain active ingredients such as caffeine, carnitine and creatine,” explains María Pérez de Vilaamil, director of the CentroMem, in Madrid.
†There are no miracle creams. All treatments should be accompanied by a good application massage and professional assistance in the cabin, as well as adequate nutrition and drinking water. If we can manage to shrink an inch of contour, it’s not necessarily fat. Often these creams help to remove liquids before lipids and this can cause weight loss and clothing sizes,” says the expert.
The benefits of fat burning creams
“They are beneficial to contribute to the metabolism of fat deposited in localized areas and through an adequate massage stimulate and activate blood circulation. In this way it is achieved firm and improve skin elasticity; because they increase the production of collagen and nourish the skin superficially, but provide a healthier, smoother and more radiant appearance,” explains Daniel Marín, beautician, stylist and director of Santum, in Majadahonda.
“It can become an important adjunct during dieting or weight loss processes to remove excess fat deposited in unwanted areas. However, it is essential to perform massages in the manner indicated for each area and to do so during periods of long periods of time,” he adds.
How is fat removed?
“The fat cell essentially exists to store energy. This energy reserve is necessary for the proper functioning of the body. In the case of fat-burning creams: help the adipocyte to metabolize fatincrease blood flow to the area and facilitate so-called lymphatic drainage with ingredients of plant origin such as caffeine, horse chestnut, mango extract, camarina berry, etc. It is excreted in the urine via lymphatic drainage.therefore, it is essential to perform a massage at the time of applying body products and promote elimination,” explains Rosa Roselló, Director of Training at DRUNI.
Do you also lose pounds?
“Achieving weight management and achieving results with fat-burning treatments is possible if the following are taken into account: a healthy and balanced diet, daily exercise and skin care. Fat-burning creams are not a panacea, but within a 360º care routine, they do help improve accumulations in complicated areas† We cannot guarantee that this will lead to weight loss unless the issues we are discussing are taken into account,” adds the expert.
If you want to invest in it, check out these options, available from DRUNI.
Its strong point is the innovative combination of two substances used for the first time in a body treatment: Ganoderma lucidum (recompacting and soothing) and Italian Spirulina algae (remodeling, toning and detoxifying), selected in collaboration with the University of Siena (40 .25 €).
It promotes the increase of microcirculation, guaranteeing maximum penetration and diffusion into the deepest layers of the adipose tissue, accelerating its effectiveness and promoting its draining effect (€12.95).
Body ampoule to reduce and reshape the silhouette and improve the appearance of the orange peel skin (€1.50).
Thanks to its high concentration of active ingredients such as ivy, fucus, guarana, grapefruit, caffeine and carnitine, it produces an intense hyperemic and lipolytic effect (€ 20.50).
The cream formula is easy to apply and absorb, allowing non-invasive fat removal through the skin (€7.95).
Body cream that gives the skin softness and firmness (€ 37.40).
Cryoactive gel with a light texture that is massaged in quickly and absorbed quickly (€29.95).
The advanced formula with organic extracts of young birch, rosemary and rusco leaves activates the skin’s metabolism and promotes the circulation of fluids (€14.95).
Source: Marie Claire
