Chocolate: composition and cosmetic properties. Video

The range of cosmetic procedures using chocolate is very wide. In the salons, you will be offered massages, wraps, baths, and masks, the main component of which will be a delicacy that is dangerous for the figure. Know: in these interpretations, it will only benefit your body.

Please note: milk chocolate, loved by most girls, is never used for cosmetic procedures. For a positive effect, products are used that are saturated with both cocoa bean extracts and oils of this plant. The former are the main component and must make up at least 80-90% of the total mass. The second refers to auxiliary components that enhance the beneficial properties of products.

In addition to beans and butter, cosmetic chocolate is also high in caffeine, micronutrients, and antioxidants. Each component has a unique beneficial effect on the skin

The main healing effect on the skin is provided by cocoa beans. They contain a huge amount of minerals, iron, calcium, proteins and phosphorus salts. These elements have a positive effect on blood vessels and improve blood circulation. Due to the latter, beans are recognized as one of the most effective remedies for cellulite.

Cocoa butter, due to fatty acids and vitamin F, cleanses, tightens and moisturizes the skin. Also, these components help in the fight for youth, tone up and give shine.

Thanks to the high amount of antioxidants, cocoa butter removes toxins and neutralizes the effects of stress factors

Caffeine, on average, makes up 40% of cosmetic dark chocolate. It is thanks to him that the fat cells in the body disintegrate and the “orange peel” disappears. Also, caffeine is a wonderful remedy for getting rid of and preventing the appearance of edema.

Thus, the elements that make up the chocolate make the product a true helper for women. Cosmetic treatments will provide you with a true holistic therapy “for body and soul”. Chocolate will help to tighten the skin, enrich it with minerals, vitamins and moisture, get rid of a few extra pounds and hated cellulite. A pleasant smell will cheer you up, activates the production of endorphins in the body (the so-called “hormones of joy”). You will completely relax, forget about stress and find a sense of peace.

The eaten chocolate bar helps girls to cope with stress, get rid of depression and fatigue. The product also has these effects when used outside. A significant advantage of “tasty” procedures is also a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin and visible improvements in appearance.

In cosmetology, chocolate is widely used. Finding a suitable procedure is not difficult. For example, you can choose chocolate masks for décolleté, neck and face, baths or massage with cocoa butter.

However, one of the most popular procedures is body wrap.

Chocolate wraps are carried out in several stages. First, the master peels the whole body. Most often, a special mixture with coconut flakes is used for this manipulation: it provides a gentle and effective cleansing.

Further, the entire surface of the body is covered with melted, delicious-smelling chocolate. The layer should be thin, but without gaps. So that the chocolate does not freeze, is well absorbed and activates the necessary processes, you are wrapped in a film. It is necessary to stay in fragrant bliss for about half an hour.

To enhance the effect, some salons include aroma lamps, adding cocoa essential oil mixed with orange, vanilla or cinnamon. Such a “double” effect is incredibly useful and perfectly relieves nervous tension.

If you are not ready to spend money on unknown procedures in the salon, try the beneficial effects of chocolate at home. For example, make a versatile mask that works for all skin types.

You will need:

• 50 g dark chocolate (cocoa content at least 80%)
• one egg yolk – shaving brush / cosmetic brush

Melt the main product in a water bath or double boiler. When not a single piece remains, add the yolk and stir until smooth. Apply the prepared mixture to the skin of the face and neck that has been previously cleaned with a scrub. It should be kept until the mask hardens completely.

For those who do not want to “mess around” with a natural product, cosmetology has prepared an excellent alternative: chocolate-based products

However, be prepared that you will not notice the effect of this cosmetics immediately.

If you want to try on yourself the wonderful healing properties of chocolate, remember the contraindications. This product should not be used for wounds, ulcers, dermatitis and eczema. It can also cause severe allergies.