I'll cut to the chase - I'm not a fan of most anti-cellulite products out there. But when they've got exfoliating properties, I think there's some real improvement in skin texture. I've known the Floresan brand for a while now, and they're the real deal - they actually work. For a while, I was buying all sorts of scrubs, creams, and wraps in the hopes of toning up and improving my thigh area. But, let's be real, miracles don't happen overnight. Now I'm gradually trying out all the products I've accumulated and sharing my thoughts with you.
Floresan Fitness Body Anti-Cellulite Hot Scrub.
Floresan Fitness Body Anti-Cellulite Hot Scrub
Country of origin: Russia;
Place of purchase: Hypermarket;
Price: 184 rubles at the time of purchase;
Shelf life: stated on the packaging, after opening- 1 year;
Volume: 500 ml.
Packaging.
This is a pretty hefty 500ml plastic bottle-shield in a bright orange color. The entire Floresan product line is recognizable by this color - it's their distinctive feature.
Floresan Fitness Body Anti-Cellulite Hot Scrub
The lid is screw-on - underneath it, there wasn't any protection from opening, but the product itself lay in a neat, even layer, without any signs of 'pre-usage').
On the side, there's a sticker with a detailed description, as well as usage instructions and the product composition!
Description.
Hot body scrub is an effective means of fighting excessive fat deposits and cellulite. Red pepper oil extract activates blood microcirculation, improving the penetration of fat-burning substances. Caffeine and coriander essential oil stimulate skin cell regeneration processes, remove toxins from the body. Pineapple extract intensely affects fat deposits, enhancing lymphatic drainage, softens and moisturizes the skin. Result: cellulite is less noticeable; the skin is noticeably more elastic and supple.
Floresan Fitness Body Anti-Cellulite Hot Scrub
Usage instructions.
Apply the scrub to wet skin with intense circular massaging movements, paying special attention to problem areas. Rinse with warm water.
Composition.
Aqua, Parafum Liquidum, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Palmitate, Polyethylene, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil (sweet almond oil), Caffeine (caffeine), Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract (pineapple extract), Capsicum Annuum Extract (capsicum extract), PEG- 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil (cinnamon oil), Glyceryl Stearate, Ceteareth- 20, Ceteareth- 12, Cetyl Palmitate, Ceteareth- 6, PEG- 100 Stearate, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, DMDM Hydantoin, CI 15980, CI 15980, CI 14720, Caramel.
I was happy to see that the beneficial ingredients in the formula are listed separately in Russian in parentheses.
Sensory properties.
At first glance, the scrub has a uniform, creamy, pleasant, and very gentle texture that's easy to apply.
Floresan Fitness Body Anti-cellulite Hot Scrub
However, when I started using it, I noticed that it contains small inclusions similar to fine salt.
Floresan Fitness Body Anti-cellulite Hot Scrub
The scent is nice, in my opinion, it smells like that popular children's cream and cinnamon.
Floresan Fitness Body Anti-cellulite Hot Scrub
My skin has cellulite bumps, but they're not very pronounced, maybe it's because I've been using warming scrubs and creams for my skin with some periodicity - it has some effect, even if it's not very pronounced.
How I use it.
I always apply the scrub before shaving, first the scrub, then I shave my legs. If I do it the other way around, it'll be uncomfortable, my skin might itch, especially when it comes to a warming scrub like this.
Feelings when applying.
The scrub is quite gentle, it massages my skin nicely and doesn't irritate it, but when I first used it, I wondered - where's the warming effect?
Floresan Fitness Body Anti-cellulite Hot Scrub
Effect.
When I apply the scrub, my skin doesn't burn, this effect appears after a shower, my skin heats up and turns red. It still depends on the scrubbing intensity and the amount applied. I know that in the long run, my skin will burn, so I don't overdo it.
Floresan Fitness Body Антицеллюлитный горячий скраб
I have to say, the redness doesn't last long - maybe an hour. That's why I'm loving this exfoliating scrub. I recently finished using a warming cream, and let me tell you, it was scorching hot whenever I used it - whether it was a blanket or my cat on my legs. But, I'll repeat myself, it all depends on how much you apply and with that cream, I enjoyed the burning sensation for hours, like 8 of them, but only when I applied it reasonably. If I used too much, I couldn't stand it - it felt like a burn, literally. And, by the way, after using the exfoliating scrub, I didn't apply the warming cream to avoid that burning feeling.
Honestly, in my opinion, if there's anything in cosmetics that can give an anti-cellulite effect, it's these exfoliating scrubs, possibly with a cooling effect too. They might not completely get rid of cellulite (that's where massage and sports come in), but they can definitely warm up the lymph, improve blood circulation, and that's already a lot, giving the skin a more toned and elastic look. I mean, it's funny to read that someone expects to completely get rid of cellulite with these scrubs. When you see a simple salt scrub claiming to be anti-cellulite, it's clear it's just a skin refresher. But with an exfoliating scrub (assuming it actually warms you up), you can achieve noticeable results and smooth out some of those bumps, but it's always best to do it as part of a comprehensive routine. I'm still using this scrub, but I have a few more products from the same line waiting in my stash, so I think it's time to start using them - after all, summer is just around the corner! The scrub itself is a pleasure to use, with its gentle texture and perfect warmth.
By the way, about the warming cream I mentioned in my previous review:
Hot sensations - that's where the results come from!
And, just a heads-up about some other products I've used in the past in the hopes of getting rid of cellulite:
I won't say anything about the anti-cellulite effect, but it's definitely one of my favorites now!Initially, I wanted to say the same as everyone else - that this product is useless, but everything changed when I started using it as instructed.What about freezing in the heat?) With Ceano's scrub, it's totally possible!Exfoliating scrub with the scent of orange caramel - my skin feels like silk after!It cools you down, not like a kid's trick! And, here's a life hack from me - how to withstand it.
That's it from me, MalinaT! See you later!
Now, let's talk about the customer support. I was a bit skeptical at first, but the team was super responsive and helpful. They answered all my questions via email and even offered some tips on how to get the most out of the product. I was impressed by their ease of use and willingness to help. The return process was also a breeze, and I got a full refund without any issues.