If you have tried a thermal body cream, you know the feeling: a few minutes after you massage it in, the skin starts to feel warm and may turn slightly red. Here is what is happening, and how to use thermal products safely.
Where the warmth comes from
Thermal creams contain ingredients that act on the skin’s surface circulation. In Cellucure Termic, our self-heating thermal cream, the warming effect comes from:
- Methyl nicotinate, a warming agent that temporarily increases blood flow at the surface of the skin. This causes the feeling of heat and the pink or red colour.
- Capsicum (red pepper) extract, which gives a warming, tingling sensation.
- Ginger root extract, which adds to the warming, invigorating feel.
This boost in surface microcirculation is why thermal creams are used in massage treatments for areas with cellulite. The warmth and redness are temporary and fade after a while.
Thermal cream or thermal mud?
Profskin has two self-heating products. Cellucure Termic is a cream for a targeted massage on specific areas. Mud Plus is a thermal clay mud used as a body wrap over larger areas. For a gentler warming massage, choose Cellucure.
How to use thermal products safely
- Start with a small amount to see how your skin reacts.
- Apply only to the areas you want to treat, never to the face.
- Wash your hands straight after use, and keep the product away from the eyes and mucous membranes.
- Do not apply on broken, irritated or sensitive skin, or straight after shaving or waxing.
- Do not use if you have very sensitive skin. If you are pregnant or have circulation problems, ask your doctor first.
- A strong warmth is normal. If you feel burning or irritation that does not go away, rinse with cool water and stop using the product.
Need advice?
Not sure which Profskin product is right for you? Call us on +356 2182 0112 or send us an enquiry and we will recommend a routine.