The buttocks and thighs area is one of the most problematic for women. The accumulation of fat in this area is genetically determined. Moreover, fat cells often become deformed and form cellulite, similar to an orange peel, which looks very unaesthetic.
No one has yet managed to cope with this problem only with the help of diets, especially extreme ones. This also requires cosmetic procedures and regular physical activity. And slimming pants made from special materials will help speed up the fat burning process even more.
How it works
If we are not talking about shapewear, which only slightly reduces volume visually, then the most popular are slimming pants with a sauna effect. Their operating principle is that the skin in the problem area warms up, thereby activating blood circulation and metabolic processes. This means that fat is burned faster.
Modern trousers of most brands have a multi-layer construction, which makes such underwear as comfortable as possible and at the same time effective. The main material that provides the sauna effect is neoprene - a lightweight porous substance that perfectly retains heat and prevents moisture evaporation.
In some products, the inner layer of the pants is made of cotton fabric. This creates a kind of protective layer that protects the skin from irritation. Cotton absorbs moisture and skin secretions well. But, on the other hand, such a product gets dirty faster and requires more careful care.
The top layer is usually made of durable and elastic fabrics - lycra or nylon. This provides strength and additional elasticity to the product. It does not stretch during wear and holds its shape well.
Keep in mind that the tighter the pants, the better they work. But then it’s quite difficult to pull them on and especially remove them from wet skin.
Important Tips
Before you start using weight loss pants in the fight for a perfect figure, you should familiarize yourself with some recommendations that will help make it easier to use.
In order for weight loss to be effective, quick and give long-lasting results, you need to adhere to the rules of a healthy diet, play sports and listen to the recommendations of specialized specialists. Before you start using the pants, read the contraindications and make sure that you do not have any.
The first time you use it, pay attention to your body's signals. If discomfort occurs, the product must be removed. To have a flat stomach in the morning, you need to have dinner a maximum of 4 hours before bedtime; in the first stages of the weight loss process, it is better to avoid the evening meal.
Be sure to read: How to quickly and effectively tighten your stomach and deal with sagging skin?
In order to get rid of the constant feeling of hunger, eat more foods containing protein. This component saturates for a long time and is a building material for muscles. If you feel hungry in the evening, drink a glass of kefir with casein. When on a strict diet, it is advisable to drink a spoonful of flaxseed oil on an empty stomach, drink fish oil capsules or collagen.
Sports activities should be carried out 2 hours before meals; before training, it is better to have a snack with a protein bar, cottage cheese or a boiled egg. To quickly lose weight on your face, drink as much water as possible. Limit your salt intake as it retains water in the body.
Popular manufacturers
The price of slimming pants varies depending on their length and manufacturer. A quality product will last a long time, but it is also expensive. In the cheapest options (including Chinese counterfeits), regular rubber is used instead of neoprene. Not only does such a product quickly crack and tear, it also contains substances harmful to the skin and can cause severe irritation and allergies.
Here are the TOP 5 most popular manufacturers who produce high-quality products from hypoallergenic materials and can provide quality certificates and medical reports for them:
- "Artemis." One of the densest models, consisting of 95% neoprene. It has a high waistline, which makes your stomach look thinner at the same time. The side zipper provides a snug fit and comfortable fit. It also makes it much easier to pull off your shorts after a workout.
- "Megaslim". The main layer also consists of neoprene, but its thickness is half that – only 1 mm. This ensures excellent elasticity of the product. The inner layer contains a special impregnation of caffeine and plant extracts, which, upon contact with the skin, accelerates the process of burning fat. The fastening of these trousers is very convenient - a simple Velcro, which allows you to control the tightness of their fit to the skin.
- "Volcano". This model compares favorably with its analogues by the ribbed inserts located on the sides, which during movements provide effective micro-massage of the problem area. The “Vulcan” model is ideal for those who are unsuccessfully struggling with “ears” on the hips.
- "Hot Shapers." These slimming pants are made from a patented, cutting-edge material that is a blend of neoprene, nylon and polyester. They are very light and attractive in appearance. Perfect for training in the club and even exercise on the street.
- "Sunex". A double-sided model, the inner and outer parts of which consist of neoprene and are separated by a latex layer, providing high elasticity and elasticity. They fit very tightly to the skin. Ideal for combating advanced cellulite.
But no matter what pants you choose, they will only work if the size is chosen correctly and the instructions for using the product are followed.
Instructions
To achieve maximum benefit and effect from using infrared pants for weight loss, you should follow certain recommendations:
- It is necessary to take a 3-day break between procedures, since the effect of infrared pants lasts for two days.
- During the procedure you need to wear tights and a cotton T-shirt. In some cases, tights can be replaced with polyethylene pants, which act as a disposable layer and ensure hygiene of the procedure in infrared pants due to the fact that all secretions remain in them. In addition, such pants increase the effectiveness of sessions, as they contribute to additional heat retention.
- During the session, you cannot use lotions or creams that have a cooling or warming effect.
- During the entire therapeutic course, you need to drink 1.5-2 liters of clean water without gases daily.
Use it correctly
The main rule that is important to remember is that sauna-effect pants only work during training or movement. If you pull them on and remain sitting on the couch or at the computer, the only effect you can get is skin irritation and diaper rash.
Alternatively, you can do physical housework in these pants: cleaning the apartment, cooking, etc. But it’s better to at least do a small set of gymnastics.
How to choose
It is very important to choose the right size. This is why reviews of pants purchased online are not always positive. If the product is too loose, it will not adhere well to the skin during training. The effect will noticeably decrease. And thick pants can gather in folds, which will press and rub.
Women often buy weight loss pants that are a size smaller than they need. They mistakenly believe that this will allow them to squeeze their hips better and prevent them from stretching too much. But small pants slow down blood circulation, which they should activate. In addition, they greatly restrict movement, which prevents you from fully training.
To choose the right size, you need to measure your waist and hips using a measuring tape. Moreover, the hips are measured at the widest part, and the waist at the narrowest. Then, in the size table, you need to find the range in which your measurements are located. The size you need to order is indicated next to it. Such tables are compiled taking into account the elasticity of the pants and there is no need to make independent adjustments.
When to wear
Wearing pants for weight loss is necessary only during active training. Some models are also suitable for running or long walks. But it is very important not to overdo it.
It is necessary to ensure that the total time of wearing neoprene pants is no more than three hours a day or two hours in a row. For men, even less - after an hour you need to take off your shorts, otherwise your reproductive function may be seriously affected.
Since it is more beneficial to train intensively every other day, it is better to wear pants intermittently. You shouldn’t climb into them every day - pinching blood vessels too often can lead to the development of thrombosis or other vascular diseases. Those who intensively fight cellulite can use other procedures on “free” days: massages or body wraps.
How to store
During exercise, the skin under your pants sweats intensely. Through the pores, not only liquid is released, with the help of which the body cools, but also salts and toxins. If you simply take off your pants and immediately put them on the shelf, then all this discharge will again end up on your skin the next time you use it. After two or three workouts, you will feel itching, unpleasant burning and irritation. It may even cause skin rashes and ulcers.
Immediately after use, slimming pants with a neoprene inner layer should be turned inside out and wiped well with a clean, damp cloth to remove loose dead cells, salts and toxins from the inner surface. After this, you need to wipe them with a dry soft cloth. And now they need to be folded and put away for storage.
If the inner layer is made of cotton, the product should be thoroughly dried and only then folded.
But over time, the outer surface of the product also becomes dirty. Therefore, pants must be completely washed 1-2 times a month. This can only be done by hand - machine washing will ruin the pants very quickly. It is better to use delicate or children's powders. The detergent must be rinsed thoroughly. And you can dry your pants only in the shade, without securing them to a line with clothespins.
Advantages and disadvantages
Slimming pants provide a lot of benefits, which include:
- Removal of excess liquid;
- Increasing training effectiveness;
- Beneficial effects on the skin;
- Getting rid of cellulite;
- Accelerated weight loss;
- Thermal effect;
- Increasing the effectiveness of cosmetic procedures aimed at weight loss.
Unfortunately, experts and users also highlight a number of disadvantages of this product. If you ignore the instructions for use, side effects may occur in the form of burning of the skin (especially if a mask based on red pepper is applied to the body under your pants), skin rash, and swelling. In the presence of chronic diseases of internal organs, sharp pain in the heart and abdomen may occur, and sometimes there is a disturbance in the menstrual cycle in women.
Contraindications
Despite the fact that the principle of action of shorts for weight loss is quite simple and is based on natural processes occurring in the body, not everyone can use them. There are few absolute contraindications:
- skin diseases in the problem area;
- pronounced rosacea on the thighs and buttocks;
- varicose veins and thrombosis of the lower extremities;
- serious cardiovascular diseases;
- renal failure;
- diseases of the pelvic organs;
- oncological and autoimmune diseases.
You should not wear slimming pants during pregnancy and menstruation. Colds, ARVI, flu, as well as any active inflammatory processes and damage to the skin under shorts are a relative contraindication. When the problem is resolved, the slimming pants can be used again.
Types of pants for weight loss
Pants that help you lose extra pounds are divided into several types. Everyone chooses for themselves what suits them best. For example, some people play sports in pants, others wear them during the wrapping procedure.
What kind of slimming pants do manufacturers offer?
- Products that provide a bath effect;
- Myostimulators;
- Infrared pants.
The most common are thermal pants, which provide the feeling of a sauna on certain areas of the body. They are quite versatile, as you can play sports and perform cosmetic procedures in them. Myostimulators are equipped with special electrical currents, which are adjusted directly by the person using them. The impulses coming from the pants allow you to reproduce the effect of physical activity.
Infrared pants for weight loss are used quite rarely, since this type of product has the most contraindications and the highest cost. They penetrate deep into the skin, beyond the dermis layer, due to this, an improvement in internal metabolism is observed.
Price
You can perform the procedure both in a beauty salon and at home. You can purchase IR pants in specialized online stores. But it is advisable to test them before purchasing in beauty salons that provide a similar service.
Average prices:
- Infrared pants InfraSlim - from 55 thousand rubles;
- Infrared pants BODYSHAPING Premium - from 95,000 rubles;
- Infrared pants PH-2A - from 30,000 rubles;
- Infrared pants with sleeves I-6200 - from 18 thousand rubles.
The average cost of 1 procedure in beauty salons is from 500 rubles.
