Fangotherapy: What it is and How it works
There orange peel skin It is one of the most common imperfections of the female body; whether for hormonal reasons, or for reasons of diet or body composition, most women have or have had orange peel skin on their thighs, legs and buttocks. So, if this is also your case, don't worry: you are not alone in fighting this battle! Luckily, there are many effective methods to cure it. Today we want to talk to you about the mud therapy: what is it, what are the properties, the benefits of mud And how to do mud therapy at home.
There mud therapy It is a mud-based thermal treatment which is applied in the form of a compress on various parts of the body depending on the disorder to be treated. The mud is spread directly on the skin and left to act for about 15-20 minutes, at a temperature between 37° and 38° C; at the end, after rinsing the mixture with plenty of hot water, you immerse yourself in the thermal bath for about ten minutes. The benefits deriving from mud therapy, as we will see, are the result of the union between the active ingredients contained in the mud and the effect of heat on the skin.
What kind of mud is used?
The different types of mud are distinguished by theclay which is contained in them: it can be white, black, pink, red, green (usually the most used for aesthetic treatments). In fact, the muds are essentially composed of a solid part, the clay, which if it comes from the source is left to mature for a long time by mixing it with mineral water or thermal water. In this way the clay grains absorb the microorganisms contained in the water and transform into mud suitable for mud therapy.
Depending on the type of water and the trace elements which compose it, the mud obtained is divided into sulphurous, chlorinated, sulphurous, arsenic, ferruginous and salt-iodic muds.
In the case of algotherapy, dried algae are also added to the pack during the ripening process.
What cures mud therapy?
Mud therapy can be healing, very effective in reducing inflammation of bones and joints and therefore in treating arthrosis, rheumatism and tendonitis. Another function of mud therapy is to aesthetic treatment to cure cellulite, used to drain excess fluids that are retained especially by the legs, hips and abdomen. In this case they are called draining mud: let's find out more about their properties and benefits.
Properties and benefits of draining muds

Draining muds are a very effective aesthetic treatment and increasingly requested in spas to combat orange peel skin.
The reason is simple: the detoxifying and draining properties of mud are ideal for carrying out a powerful fluid drainage which are retained in the tissues, the main cause of orange peel skin. Applied to legs, thighs, buttocks and stomach, the active ingredients contained in the mud are absorbed by the skin through a process of osmosis, reactivating the microcirculation and stimulating the metabolism of fat cells.
Thermal muds are therefore an excellent ally! Here is a list of their main ones benefits:
- they drain excess fluids
- reactivate the microcirculation
- stimulate the metabolism of fat cells
- favor the weight loss
- Detoxify the organism
- remove the toxins present in our body
- make the softer skin, smooth and elastic
Contraindications mud
Many people wonder if mud is really good for the body. The answer is yes, we have seen that mud brings numerous benefits to our body, but there are some contraindications. Those who suffer from hyperthyroidism should avoid the application of thermal muds based on algae, also called algotherapy, because the high iodine content could aggravate the thyroid disorder. Pregnant women should also pay attention to the use of mud and the ingredients they contain: in any case, the use of mud on the belly is not recommended and it is good practice to always ask your doctor's opinion before starting a new aesthetic treatment.
Mughotherapy at home
There mud therapy It's a treatment you can request in spas or at the beautician's, but keep in mind that to get good results you will need to book more than one session. Many recommend booking at least one cycle per year of 12 sessions, one per day. Or you can do a cycle of 6 sessions every 6 months. There is no point in hiding it: the prices of mud therapy are usually quite high, due to the time it takes to perform a complete treatment.
Luckily, there are now many muds on the market that can be easily applied to your bathroom, thus carrying out a real mud therapy at home.
The advantage of applying ready-made muds yourself is first of all the comfort, as you can do mud therapy at any time of the day, even in the evening. Then, the price: usually the price of a jar of mud is equivalent to that of a single mud therapy session, with the difference that the first contains enough product to last for several sessions! And finally, dedicating a little time to ourselves and to taking care of our body is a daily cuddle that we should never miss.
Directly from the FGM04 catalogue we would like to point out two products, with the perfect formulation to combat orange peel skin, which you can conveniently apply at home:
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Cold Draining Mud: with a refreshing mint scent, the cold effect anti-cellulite mud reactivates microcirculation, stimulates metabolism and at the same time drains excess fluids from thighs, legs and buttocks. It is particularly suitable for those who suffer from heavy legs at the end of the day: those who have tried it can no longer do without it due to the incredible sensation of lighter and more toned legs experienced after each application! It deflates the legs and at the same time reduces orange peel skin thanks to the natural extracts of zedoary, blueberry, green tea and ginkgo biloba.
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Hot slimming mud: the hot mud, in addition to reducing blemishes such as orange peel skin, also has a targeted action to eliminate localized fat. Thanks to the active ingredients it contains, the hot mud is a real beneficial cocktail with a slimming action, to reactivate the metabolism, absorb excess toxins and promote microcirculation. It can be applied to all the areas to be treated: thighs, buttocks, but also belly, hips and abdomen. After application, the skin immediately appears firmer, softer and more elastic: try it and believe it!
All muds and FGM04 products They do not contain algae, therefore they can be used by everyone, even by those with thyroid problems or by pregnant women: obviously, always ask a doctor's opinion and in any case do not use on the stomach.
How to apply cosmetic muds
Whether they are hot or cold, FGM04 muds they don't need any preparation, they are ready to use and can be applied really easily and quickly.
So let's see the 4 steps for a perfect mud therapy at home:
- Spread the mud over the area to be treated (thighs, buttocks, legs in the case of cold mud, also belly, abdomen and hips if you use hot mud) forming a uniform layer
- Wrap the treated area with the cartene sheet included in the package, to increase the effect of the mud
- Relax and let the mud take effect: leave in the pose for 20/30 minutes
- When finished, remove the cartene sheet and rinse thoroughly with warm water
Et voilà! From the first application you will be able to notice the first effects: the skin will be softer and silkier, the legs lighter and less swollen. But for them to really work, the muds must be applied consistently: how many times a week? For a shock treatment, we recommend that you start with apply anti-cellulite mud 2/3 times a week, perhaps alternating hot/cold, depending on your starting situation.
Don't give up: remember that to fight orange peel skin you need to arm yourself with patience and perseverance!
Follow all our tips for having beautiful legs in a short time, integrating sport, a healthy diet and effective products, so as to permanently eliminate the blemish.