Why adopt a slimming dry oil?

Oils have become staples in our bathrooms. Some are cleansing, others remove makeup… And then there are treatment oils designed for body massage. Have you heard about slimming dry oils and want to know more? Here’s everything you need to know — and every good reason — to adopt a slimming dry oil…

What is a slimming oil?

A slimming oil is a body treatment oil whose composition, properties and texture help to support massage on the areas you wish to target. Slimming oils generally offer several things:

• Skin comfort, as a slimming oil nourishes and softens the skin
• A feeling of freshness, depending on the active ingredients chosen (also read about cellulite and circulation)
• A moment of massage, to fit into your routine (also read about massage oils and water retention)
• Targeted care, as daily massages with a slimming oil let you focus on the areas concerned

A slimming oil is generally made up of one or more natural vegetable oils and a synergy of natural active ingredients, such as essential oils, selected for their scent and the feel they leave on the skin.

Some slimming oils are also made with mineral oils — which are in fact synthetic ingredients derived from petrochemicals. They undergo transformation processes that alter their structure. Their main property is that they help maintain good skin hydration by forming a stable oily film on the surface of the epidermis. However, they are inert and therefore do not have the nourishing qualities of vegetable oils.

What are the benefits of a dry oil?

All natural vegetable oils have their own particular texture. For example:

• Some oils absorb very quickly into the skin and leave adry feel: jojoba oil, macadamia oil, sesame oil, grapeseed oil, Brazil nut oil…
• Others absorba little more slowly: safflower oil,coconut oil, rosehip oil, babassu oil, hemp oil…
• Finally, some oils are richer and have athicker,greasier texture: avocado oil, calophyllum oil, wheat germ oil,castor oil, olive oil…

Each vegetable oil also has very specific properties, thanks to its unique fatty acid composition (oleic, linoleic, palmitic, alpha-linolenic, stearic…). For instance:

• Perilla oil, very rich in omega-3, is soothing and suitable for irritated skin.
• Sweet almond oil, deeply comforting and emollient, is perfect for softening and smoothing the skin.
• Argan oil, rich in antioxidants, is perfectly suited to mature skin.

The right treatment oil is chosen according to your preferences and your specific needs.

A dry oil is similar to a classic oil, with two key differences — which you may or may not consider advantages:

• It absorbs quickly into the skin, making it perfect for those of us who are always in a rush! Ideal for a morning application when everything is happening at once…
• It leavesa dry finish on the skin — the texture is fluid and non-greasy, so you can get dressed straight after applying it. Perfect before slipping on your outfit and getting on with your day!

How to apply a slimming dry oil?

Applying a slimming dry oil is very straightforward. It should be used on clean, dry skin, with atargeted massage on the area(s) you wish to focus on. The massage is key, as it helps to:

• Let the slimming oil and its active ingredients absorb
• Soften the skin and offer you a moment of relaxation
• Focus on the areas of your choice, such as the thighs or stomach
• Build a regular habit (to find out more about lipolysis, read our dedicated article)

A slimming dry oil should be applied using circular movements and effleurage and smoothing strokes, working from bottom to top. For example, for a targeted massage on the thighs, it’s best to start at the knee and work upwards towards the groin. For the stomach, use circular movements in a clockwise direction. If this is a topic you are interested in, read our article on bloated tummies.

Please note that a slimming dry oil is not suitable for use with massage accessories, such as ourCellulite Cupping Massager. Its light, fluid texture and fast absorption do not allow for aprolonged anti-cellulite massage. For this purpose, we recommend other oils, such as our now iconicAnti-Cellulite Massage Oil.

Slimming dry oil: what to expect?

Massages with a slimming dry oil should be regular, so they can become part of a long-term routine: a routine is built over time. That said, applying a slimming dry oil alone is not enough. It should be combined with healthy lifestyle habits. Here’s a reminder:

• Abalanced diet — varied, colourful and packed with vitamins!
• Regular physical activity, including everyday movement (walking to work, strolling with your favourite dog, dancing your heart out to your favourite tracks) and sport (home fitness, jogging in the park, cycling in the forest).
• Good nights of sleep, away from screens and excessive heating.
• Moments of relaxation, far fromstress — with a lovely bath or a good book!

And if you’re looking for a dry oil for your daily massages, we have just what you need: our Slimming Dry Oil, the latest addition to the Cellublue oil range. Its formula, light and fluid texture, and invigorating minty scent are sure to win you over quickly. It combines three natural active ingredients:

• Eucalyptus Globulus Extract, for an energising and invigorating scent.
• Spearmint Extract, for a pleasant feeling of freshness.
• Atlas Cedar Extract, a plant-based active widely used in body care.

Dry oil or Cellublue massage oil: which one should you choose?

Cellublue offers two oils for complementary uses. The dry oil absorbs quickly and leaves a dry, non-greasy finish. It is suitable for manual massages, particularly in the morning, just before getting dressed.

The anti-cellulite massage oil is designed for a longer massage, especially when used with an accessory such as the cupping massager. Your choice therefore depends on your routine: a quick daily application or a longer massage session.

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Useful categories: Slimming Care, Weight Management.