I’m fascinated by the quick-fix aspect of a cellulite wrap. My head tells me it doesn’t work, but my heart is wanting to believe otherwise.

Every day spa in the world probably offers a cellulite wrap – most of them are likely a seaweed wrap. There’s got to be some validity to it, right?

The local day spa which charges $100 for a cellulite wrap, has a wrap that contains “essential oils, ivy extract and seaweed extract specially formulated to reduce cellulite and eliminate stored toxins by stimulating the lymphatic system.”

My questions are which essential oils? And what does seaweed and ivy extract do for cellulite? I must find out. If I can get the right ingredients, why couldn’t I mix it myself?

Here’s what I found on ivy, the link is below:

When used topically in cosmetic and skincare products, ivy has a decongesting, as well as toning effect and also acts as a penetrating medium. It has anti-fungal, anthelmintic and molluscicidal properties.

Not only does ivy help to boost the blood circulation, but it also tones and tightens the skin, while helping to remove waste products and fatty build-ups.

http://www.dermaxime.com/ivy.htm

Ok, so now to do some research on seaweed. In a nutshell, it looks like seaweed increase the skin’s hydration.

http://www.dermaxime.com/seaweed-extracts.htm

What about essential oils? Which ones are we talking about? I found this great site and now I feel like I’m getting somewhere!! Below are the essential oils that it lists and also a homemade recipe for cellulite lotion.

Juniper(Juniperus communis) — Excellent for relieving fluid retention . Renowned for its detoxifying and purifying ability, juniper clears waste from the body as well as from the mind. This Essential oils is excellent for fatty layer of the skin.

Rosemary(Rosmarinus officinalis ) —-Useful for combating fluid retention and lymphatic congestion. Effective for cellulite and obesity.

Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) —- helps in fluid reducing, Excellent varicose veins due to its vasoconstricting effect.

Geranium(Pelargonium graveolens) —- reducing fluid and alleviating tension. Stimulates the lymphatic system encouraging the elimination of toxins. Excellent for all skin types due to its ability to balance sebum.

Lemon (Citrus limon)—-Stimulating for circulatory system, liquefying the blood. Helpful for varicose veins (together with cypress).

Lavender(lavandula angustifolia)— Lavender oil may also be used in the treatment of stretch marks.

Grapefruit(Citrus paradisi) –Relieves congested and oily skin, having a toning effect on both skin and tissues. For this reason it is a good oil to use when treating cellulite.

http://www.aromatherapy-at-home.com/essentialoilsforcellulite.html

Another search, and again success. Another home recipe for a cellulite lotion.

My Cellulite Treatment Cream Recipe

• 8 oz. Unscented lotion
• 3 TBSP Witch Hazel Lotion
• 10 drops Juniper Oil
• 10 drops Rosemary
• 30 drops Cypress oil
• 30 drops Grapefruit oil.

Directions:Add all of the essential oils together with the witch hazel lotion and mix together.  When completed, add uncented lotion and shake well.

Application: Apply daily to the area you want to treat.  Use a circular motion and massage gently into the skin.  The best time to apply the cellulite treatment cream is in the morning after a shower, and at night before bedtime.

http://www.wrapyourselfslim.com/blog/cellulite-treatment-cream-homemade-recipe/

I’m adding the above site to my blogroll. Looks like a lot of good cellulite info is on that site.

There’s also some info on a homemade cellulite body wrap too. I’m just wondering where I’m going to get all of these ingredients. Also, by the time I’m done, would it have been cheaper to just go out and buy a bottle of cellulite cream.

http://www.wrapyourselfslim.com/blog/body-wrap-formula-the-best-ingredients-for-results/

I’m curious as to what the big name cellulite creams have as ingredients. Creams like Murad, Cellulean and Revitol. I’ll have to save that research for another day. For now I’m going to find out where and how much it’ll cost me to get these essential oil extracts and enough Ace bandages to wrap myself.

Thanks for reading!