Personal trainer and soft tissue work enthusiast here, so you can take my word for it when I say this product is legit. I’ve been an avid user of Ashley Black’s fascia blaster for 4 years now and I’m obsessed. I bought this to tackle the superficial layers of my thighs. I’ve been using this for about 3 weeks now, averaging 2 to 3 uses per week at 2 mins per thigh (followed by 3 minutes of facia blasting for deeper tissues), and the results are stellar!! The squiggly indented stretch marks on my inner thighs are virtually gone! And there’s very evident cellulite reduction all over, as well as diminished appearance of spider/varicose veins. With all this said, I MUST inform you, this product should NOT be used on dry skin or in cool temperatures. The ideal environment should be in either a sauna, steam room or hot shower with oil or soap for a slippery surface. Your tissues need to be warmed internally and externally in order for this to be most effective. Your connective tissues, which are the main cause of cellulite, become more gelatinous at a warmer temperature, allowing for easier manipulation and correction during treatment. Your skin should be slippery hence the oil or soap, so the tool can glide easily and smoothly and not snag or tug on your skin. Also, the bruising is completely normal, as blood pockets of stored up toxins are being disrupted and released. The bruising will subside with continued regular use. Begin with light pressure and work your way up overtime. Recommend starting in February or March to get over the bruising hurtle and achieve desired results in time for bathing suit season. Read more
This is the best cellulite massager out there. I love using it on bare skin after shower, without any oil or cream, and it works wonderfully (I am sure it works great with oil as well, I just don’t see how easily wash it after every time after use). It brings relaxation to muscles, feels good, and is very effective. I love it. Read more
I bought this improve circulation in my legs and to help relieve tight muscles among other issues. I have been doing this in bed at night. It helps me to reach my legs better on top, behind the legs as well as the sides and inner thighs. I do this over thin pants so I don’t have to put on the cream or lotion. I suffer from RLS, fibro and fluid buildup from taking beta blockers in my legs. I wanted to see if it would help any of those issues. So far I can tell that my legs feel lighter like it’s moving some of that liquid in the legs like a lymphatic massage as another reviewer stated. I start at the ankle area and move upwards to the top of the thigh towards the heart. This roller is well made and each ball with nodules moves freely. I do wish it was a bit smaller so it would fit around the calf area better, but it’s still doable. I also go from the wrists up to the shoulder area. I have had no bruising so far. It will take some time to see if it helps the other conditions, but have been happy with it so far. I don’t really care about the cellulite, but will give an update at some point if it helps that as well. Read more
I have used many different brands of cellulite massagers and am glad I have purchased this one. At first, I will admit, it did feel a little painful. My advice to anyone starting out would be the following: - Go slow take your time and let your body adjust, you don't need to excessively beat up your body every time. Slow and consistent is far better then overdoing it and then not using it as consistently. - Use it with a lotion or oil. Using it directly on dry skin will only cause unnecessary pain and friction. - I've found that a good warm-up before using the massager, like a hot bath or workout, really helps to loosen up the muscles and fascia, making the massage a bit less uncomfortable. If you use this in the shower make sure you apply lotion afterwards as hydrated skin also helps reduce the appearance of imperfections! - I like to use this in the shower while I let my conditioner sink in. I was a little alarmed when I saw some bruises after the first few times of use, but don't let that scare you. It's just your body breaking up the tangled fascia, and it's totally normal. Based on my research a little bruising doesn't mean you should stop, but listen to your body and just like workouts, take breaks when your body feels like it needs it. One thing I love about the fool is that it is adjustable (up to 15") and I can easily use it on my thighs and on the sides of my stomach/love handles. It covers a lot of space which makes it more efficient than some of it's competitors. It would be great if they created a smaller one for arms! Since I've started using this massager, my skin feels softer and smoother. When I use it after workouts it actually helps my muscles recover which is a great added benefit. When I use this consistently, my legs look much more toned and even. I will say that you do need to be relatively consistent to see results, and they don't appear overnight. I highly suggest taking before/after/progress pictures to really see how far you have come! Read more
I have mild varicose veins and bought this after seeing claims about improved circulation. That was a terrible and potentially dangerous mistake. After less than a week of use, I noticed my legs felt heavier, more swollen and achy, and the veins that were once faint are now much more prominent and bulging. The rolling and pinching action of this tool definitely put extra stress and strain on my veins, the opposite of the "therapeutic" effect it promises. I'm now worried enough to schedule a doctor's visit. This isn't just ineffective; it actively aggravated my pre-existing condition. If you have any vein issues, steer clear! Read more
