Poor blood and lymphatic circulation is often responsible for cellulite known as “aqueous” cellulite. When circulation is sluggish, toxins, water and fats build up in the body and eventually cause unsightly dimpling. This type of cellulite is usually accompanied by swelling, aching and tingling in the legs. To improve blood circulation in the legs and fight aqueous cellulite, we invite you to discover plants with remarkable benefits…
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Olive tree
The olive tree is an age-old remedy, well known for combating poor leg circulation. In this case, it is the leaves that are used — they have a powerful vasodilating and hypotensive effect. To enjoy all the benefits of this plant, boil two olive leaves in a cup of water and let the mixture steep for 5 minutes. You can even combine olive leaves with hawthorn to enhance the effect!
Hawthorn
Hawthorn is highly effective at boosting blood circulation and regulating cardiac irregularities. It is a plant you will find very easily. The best way to consume it is as an infusion — one cup a day around midday. Bring a cup of water to the boil, add a teaspoon of dried hawthorn and leave to steep for 5 minutes. Strain and drink!
Butcher’s broom
This plant has a powerful stimulating action that makes it easy to boost leg circulation. The great advantage is that it can be used in many forms: tablets, massage cream… You can even add it to your bath (the water should not be too hot) to stimulate the entire venous system. Don’t forget butcher’s broom infusions either: use a teaspoon of the dried plant in a cup of boiling water. Drink twice a day to fight cellulite and water retention!
Rosemary to improve leg circulation
Rosemary is a wonderful addition to many dishes, but it also helps improve leg circulation on a daily basis and fight aqueous cellulite. This plant is mainly used as a lotion applied with massage. It works perfectly alongside your massages with the Cellublue Cup!
You can also prepare an infusion to drink every morning: simply boil two sprigs of rosemary in a litre of water, then leave to steep for about ten minutes. Add a teaspoon of honey or stevia (no white sugar!).
Spotlight on horse chestnut, a star anti-cellulite plant
Horse chestnut is excellent for relieving heavy legs and fatigue. This plant is also a valuable ally in the fight against cellulite, as it helps improve circulation by acting as a natural anti-oedema agent!
How horse chestnut works on the legs
The part of the plant that interests us most here is the horse chestnut seed. These seeds contain aescin, a natural anti-inflammatory that helps improve venous circulation and even prevent water retention! The seeds also have interesting vasoconstrictive properties when it comes to relieving the sensation of heavy legs. It is therefore an ideal plant for fighting cellulite on the thighs naturally!
How to use horse chestnut?
Horse chestnut capsules (made from seed extracts) are readily available in pharmacies, herbalists and health food stores. You can take 400 mg per day (generally equivalent to two capsules) before breakfast and dinner.
You can also enjoy the benefits of horse chestnut in other forms:
- as a gel or cream applied directly to the legs with massage
- as a mother tincture: 50 drops morning and evening in a little water
- as an infusion: ready-made sachets are available in some health food shops
Even though it is a natural product, horse chestnut should be used with care: limit your intake if you are pregnant, diabetic or have liver problems in particular. If in doubt, always seek your doctor’s advice before use.
Don’t forget, ladies — alongside a healthy diet and regular physical activity, pinch-and-roll massages are essential for preventing water retention and eliminating cellulite, whether aqueous, fibrous or adipose.
For visible results within a few weeks and smoother thighs, reach for your Cellublue Cup, which replicates and maximises the pinch-and-roll effect. Incredibly easy to use, it will help you banish dimples and rediscover beautifully toned legs in no time !
Green tea to boost leg circulation
We know green tea for its draining properties, but far fewer people are aware of its protective effect on the veins. Yet it genuinely supports venous health: it is rich in antioxidants, one of which — EGCG — is a natural venotonic. This compound strengthens vessel walls and boosts the circulation of vital fluids. Green tea also contains theine (a caffeine molecule), which is itself rich in theobromine. This chemical compound has diuretic properties: it promotes urinary elimination and helps prevent water retention. So if you have leg circulation issues, staying well hydrated with green tea is a very worthwhile habit!
What other herbal programme can improve circulation?
If you are a fan of natural food supplements, our 30-Day Anti-Cellulite Programme not only has a beneficial effect on cellulite, but can also be effective against circulatory issues in the legs.
The combination of the Cellulite Drainer and Cellulite Capsules delivers targeted action on the various components of cellulite, including veno-lymphatic insufficiency. Enriched with green tea (mentioned above), as well as red vine, cherry stem, birch and blackcurrant, our products work at the heart of circulatory concerns. Draining and diuretic effects are noticeable from 15 days and fully effective within 1 month, for lighter, more refined legs. They will also help you to:
- achieve smoother-looking skin;
- detoxify your body;
- fight water retention;
- feel more comfortable in your own skin!