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The best addresses for (really) light legs all summer long
In summer, we all dream of lightness: toned legs, a deflated silhouette, a feeling of freshness that lasts even when temperatures reach 34°C. However, between heat, water retention and lazy circulation, our bodies sometimes have trouble keeping up. Let's take a look at these gentle methods, which are as effective as they are comforting, to restore a feeling of fluidity and (really) light legs all summer long.
- Water retention refers to an excessive accumulation of water in the body's tissues, particularly in the intercellular spaces. It results in diffuse swelling (ankles, stomach, face...), often linked to hormonal, dietary or lymphatic imbalance. The body stores more water than it eliminates, and the skin can mark more easily (socks, rings, clothes).
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Heavy legs are a sign of poor venous circulation. Blood doesn't flow properly back to the heart, especially in hot weather or when standing for long periods. The result: tense, heavy legs, sometimes painful at the end of the day.
What do they have in common? These two phenomena can coexist... And both deserve a certain amount of attention and relief through the right gestures.
Water retention, a swollen belly, heavy legs: methods for a slimmer figure
Pressotherapy 2.0 at Octane Wellness
A temple to bio hacking, Octane Wellness offers a range of cutting-edge technologies to optimize health, longevity and well-being. Among the latest innovations to boost circulation and regain a slimmer figure, Octane Wellness now offersautomatic lymphatic drainage thanks to BOA Max 2 technology. Conceived by the father of lymphatic drainage himself, Dr. Vodder, this compression protocol gently stimulates the lymphatic and venous system by exerting pressure on the feet, legs, abdomen and lower back to eliminate metabolic waste, reduce water retention and improve circulation.
What we liked best: the undeniable effectiveness of the protocol, which in 50 minutes leaves legs visibly deflated and well drained from the very first session. Although the sensation of compression is less enveloping than a manual drainage session performed by a practitioner, we still appreciate this quiet time alone, conducive to letting go. It's a regenerating, almost meditative pause, to revitalize internal flows and refocus.
Count €100 for a 1-hour session.
Octane Wellness
7 rue La Fayette 75009 Paris
The dreaded lymphatic drainage from Stéphanie Legris
Passionate about well-being, Stéphanie Legris decided to devote herself entirely to lymphatic drainage and palpate-roll therapy after a career change and a profound need to reconnect with service to others. Today, she's one of the most sought-after experts in the field, the kind of "skill" we'd like to keep a secret because the power of her gestures does so much more than simply lighten our heavy, tired bodies. In an hour and a half, Stéphanie smoothes, kneads and drains with precision to boost circulation. Each treatment is perfectly tailored to the needs of each individual figure. Legs, thighs, calves, arms, stomach... Each area is entitled to its own minutes of attention, of varying length, to leave you feeling light, soothed and energized.
What we liked best: Stéphanie's expertise and gentle compassion. She listens, looks, touches, identifies silent blockages and precisely massages each area to give the body exactly what it needs. One thing's for sure: you can't really say you've tried lymphatic drainage unless you've passed through the hands of Stéphanie Legris. Her massage is invigorating, dynamic, not necessarily the most relaxing, but undoubtedly the most effective... Because yes, this is one of the best addresses for lymphatic drainage (Renata Franca method) in Paris.
Expect to pay €180 for a 60-minute massage.
Stéphanie Legris works from home, and on Sundays at 6 rue de Phalsbourg 75017 Paris.
06 11 34 92 25
Aesthetic Club's massage and cryotherapy treatment
Right in the center of Paris lies an address renowned for maderotherapy, but just as expert in lymphatic drainage and overall body care. A true advocate of "feeling good in your body", Linda kindly shares her advice on how to take care of your body while offering massages that are as effective as they are relaxing. Her Brazilian-inspired heavy-leg drainage stimulates the lymph to boost circulation and smooth and firm the skin. Under her hands, the body regains a breath of lightness. The treatment ends with a 10-minute application of cryo lotion over the entire leg. A refreshingly beautiful finale to optimize the benefits of the massage and leave your legs feeling sheathed, refined and light.
Our favorite part: the personalized treatment that adapts to our needs! Linda can integrate dry brushing and a few maderoatherapy gestures to complement her kneading and palpating-rolling gestures to ensure real effectiveness. You'll leave your legs deflated, toned and refreshed! Special mention for the breathtaking view from her studio on rue Cambon, overlooking the rooftops of Paris.
Count €70 for the 50-minute CryoDetox Heavy Leg Drainage treatment.
Aesthetic Club
4 rue Cambon 75001
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