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The cups

What is BellaBambi®?

BellaBambi® is a suction cup that can release fascia and is used in beauty and wellness as well as in sports and therapy.

The BellaBambi® suction cups are made of biocompatible, dermatologically safe
silicone. They are suitable for professional use in studios or practices as well as for self-application at home, in the office, or on the go.

The modern massage aid BellaBambi® is available in four intensities and three sizes and is exclusively made in Germany.

What can I use BellaBambi® for?

BellaBambi® is suitable for a variety of applications in the areas of beauty, wellness, and sports. Popular uses include care for connective tissue and skin tightening. For personal fitness, the cup is used before or after sports on particularly stressed areas. For relaxation, BellaBambi® can also be integrated into breathing exercises, yoga, or guided imagery.
You can find many suggestions and exercise instructions in these books as well as in our web seminars.

Why Cupping with BellaBambi®?

Cupping can help:

  • Stimulate microcirculation, lymph flow, and blood circulation
  • Create more space in the tissue
  • Improve tissue suppleness, release adhesions, and relieve muscle soreness
  • Feel fitter and more flexible, improve posture
  • Harmonize and relax body and mind
  • Brighten mood, reduce stress
  • Find a harmonious balance and (re)gain better sleep
  • Enhance regeneration and concentration
  • Increase self-awareness and stimulate self-healing powers
  • Release tension, balance muscular-fascial imbalances
  • Provide relief and prevent inflammation
  • Breathe deeper, relax the chest area, and cough more easily
  • Relieve headaches or other discomforts
  • Break down metabolic waste products
  • Promote smooth skin appearance, look vital and youthful
  • Improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkle formation
  • Care for scars and restore mobility in surrounding tissue
What do the different colors of the BellaBambi® cups mean?

BellaBambi® comes in four intensities. For each intensity, there are two colors to choose from:

SENSITIVE: white, lemon yellow
REGULAR: orange, bramble
ACTIVE: pink, signal blue
INTENSE: ruby red, night blue

Within the intensities, you can choose the color you like best!

More info on sizes and intensities

Why are there different intensities?

On the one hand, the skin on your own body varies greatly in texture, ranging from tough to very sensitive.

On the other hand, depending on the area of use and purpose of the cups, different intensities are required. Gentle beauty treatments can be achieved with BellaBambi® SENSITIVE. Treatments that require stronger effects on the tissue, as is the case in sports and physiotherapy, are better suited with INTENSE. The intensities REGULAR and ACTIVE offer universal options.

Additionally, depending on the location of the cups on the body and depending on the individual condition of the tissue, the pulling forces may be perceived as stronger or weaker.

We recommend a trio set with three different intensities for comprehensive application possibilities from head to toe.

More info on sizes and intensities

What cup sizes are available?

BellaBambi® mini: Ø 2 cm
BellaBambi® original: Ø 3.5 cm
BellaBambi® maxi: Ø 5 cm
(Inner diameter)

More information on sizes and intensities

Why choose BellaBambi® Cups?
  • Unique peeling edge: cares for the skin, enhances the massage effect
  • Skin-friendly, odorless, dermatologically safe silicone
  • Made in Germany
  • Protects the user's hands
  • Easy to handle
  • Versatile applications, especially through the combination of different BellaBambi® cup sizes and intensities
  • Various intensities and sizes for individually customizable treatments
  • Thanks to the flexibility of the cups, bony structures, joints, and body contours can be excellently treated
  • Due to the strong suction power and moldable material, the cups stay on the body even when the corresponding body part is moved
  • 3in1: traction, pressure, and shear
  • Ideal for on the go, robust and unbreakable
  • Easy to clean in the dishwasher
Is BellaBambi® skin-friendly?

BellaBambi® is made exclusively in Germany from biocompatible silicone. In over ten years, there have been no reports of skin irritations possibly caused by the material.

What does biocompatible mean?

Biocompatible materials have no negative impact on living organisms.

Therefore, there is no material interaction. Among other things, the status of "biocompatibility" is required for
implants.

Does BellaBambi® contain plasticizers?

No. Due to the unique properties of BellaBambi® silicone, no addition of plasticizers or other volatile organic components (VOC) is necessary.

Where can I find an instruction manual?

Instructions for use are included with each of our BellaBambi® products. They are also linked on most product pages in the online shop.

The applications

How long can and should I use BellaBambi®?

You can probably use BellaBambi® your entire life because it is virtually indestructible.

A single application with BellaBambi® should initially not last longer than 20 seconds at the placement site. Then check your skin and how you feel, and gradually work your way up to longer application times.

Note that bruises can appear after just a few minutes if you leave BellaBambi® in one spot and do not move it over the skin. Always monitor your own well-being or the well-being of the person you are applying BellaBambi® to.

What should be considered before and after use?
  • Drink plenty of still water
  • Eat light meals
  • Rest afterwards
  • Pay attention to a comfortable intensity and allow several repetitions with a few days of rest in between; the rule is not: "more is better"
Which massage oil can I use with BellaBambi®?

The BellaBambi® Cupping Oil, specially developed for Cupping, is the perfect companion to the suction cups: it has a light lavender scent and features a unique blend of organic ingredients that allow the cup to glide smoothly over the skin.

BellaBambi® is also compatible with other oils. So far, we are not aware of any oils for which we would advise against using with BellaBambi®.

What should I do if cupping marks appear?

The suction and the associated pulling and shearing forces under the cup can cause cupping marks. These are harmless to health.

However, in this case, the intensity should be reduced or the cup should be left in one spot for a shorter time. Multiple short repetitions instead of one long application are also recommended.

Where and when should BellaBambi® not be used?

These body areas must not be treated:

  • Lymph nodes
  • Glands
  • Nipples
  • Genital area and anus
  • Eyes (eyelids) and ears
  • Lips and oral cavity


In these cases, consultation with a doctor is required before use:

  • Pregnancy
  • Inflammations
  • Varicose veins
  • Tendency to bruising
  • Ulcers
  • Irritable skin conditions such as psoriasis or hives
  • Therapies with blood-thinning medications
  • Tumors
  • Morbus Sudeck (CRPS)
  • Unclear or acute illnesses

Under these circumstances, you must not use BellaBambi®:

  • on open wounds
  • complete ligament rupture
  • muscle fiber tear
  • muscle bundle tear
  • acute injuries / bleeding
What should you do if using BellaBambi® is uncomfortable?
  1. Option: Reduce the suction power of the cup by squeezing less strongly or by using a lower setting on the dial (BellaBambi® multi).
  2. Option: Use lubricating skin care products, especially if BellaBambi® is to be moved over the skin.
  3. Option: Choose a gentler cup intensity.
Can I treat cellulite with BellaBambi®?

Yes, we follow the argument of Ilkay Zihni Chirali (Cupping Therapy in Chinese Medicine. Munich: Urban & Fischer Verlag. 2008), who "can almost guarantee that after a three-month cupping treatment, 'satisfactory' results will be achieved." (p. 167) By "cupping treatment," the author means the "light cupping head massage." Although he describes the cupping method, he classifies the "light cupping head massage" as a "safe cupping method." (ibid. p. 73) Chirali recommends generously oiling the skin, a 10-minute massage on each side, and moving the applications toward the groin, as this improves fat metabolism.

Chirali recommends combining this with daily 30-50 minutes of walking, a fluid intake of 2.5 liters per day (water, tea), and reducing salt consumption because salt promotes water retention in the cells.

Due to the combination of suction and pressure, the Knet Roll Massage with BellaBambi® is also comparable: http://www.stylebook.de/artikel/die-erste-leggins-gegen-cellulite-ist-da-819220.html

Can I also use BellaBambi® on children?

In principle, yes, but we recommend special sensitivity. Experience shows that a gentle application from the 6th week is pleasant. For older children, soft BellaBambi® (intensity: SENSITIVE) should also be used, as their skin can still be very sensitive.

It is advisable to dose the applications gently, use a sufficient amount of oil, and cup with BellaBambi® mini SENSITIVE. Also: be attentive and take the child's signals seriously! If they show signs of discomfort, the application should not be continued. After the application, a final massage with the hands is extremely soothing.

What should be considered for older people?

It is not uncommon for the skin to be dehydrated and the subcutaneous tissue to no longer be as well padded with fat. That is why we recommend BellaBambi® SENSITIVE for seniors and older individuals. Alternatively, REGULAR can also be used and compressed more gently.


Always pay attention to your own condition or that of the person being treated.

Why doesn't BellaBambi® stick to my skin?

These are the most common causes:

  • The opening of the BellaBambi® must fully touch your skin. Especially on joints or rounded body areas, make sure the cup is completely applied. This is easiest with BellaBambi® mini.
  • You may need to squeeze the BellaBambi® a bit more firmly before placing it on the skin and releasing it.
  • For heavy body hair, a massage oil helps improve adhesion. If that doesn’t help either, shaving is unavoidable...
Are there courses with BellaBambi®?

Of course! You can find our course overview here.

How is BellaBambi® cleaned and disinfected?

BellaBambi® can be cleaned in the dishwasher or by hand using regular dish soap or soap.

All aldehyde-free disinfectants can be used on the cups. We recommend Desomed Rapid AF.

The cups are temperature resistant up to over 200 °C, so they can also be steam sterilized.

The company

Is BellaBambi® interested in research on the topic of fascia?

Yes. Our entire approach is based on linking new findings from fascia research with the experiences of traditional medicine. We support the Foundation for fascia research and the association Cupping.Rocks e.V., both of which focus on researching fascia and especially the effects of Cupping. We maintain a large network that gladly shares its insights, continuously improving our method.

Why is BellaBambi® more expensive than other silicone cups?

BellaBambi® is exclusively manufactured in Germany under the highest quality standards. This ensures that BellaBambi® is not only shape- and color-stable but also odorless. The material used is biocompatible and dermatologically safe.

BellaBambi® is a sustainable product because it is extremely durable and long-lasting.

Bamberger Wellness GmbH is also committed to research and development and places great importance on local partners in the supply chain – also for ecological reasons.

Can I also ask a personal question to the BellaBambi® team?

Of course. Send us an email at info@bellabambi.de or call us at +49 9073 996 804 0

How can I share my enthusiasm for BellaBambi® with others?

If you want to learn how to use BellaBambi® professionally, please contact one of our training partners.

If you would like to become a training partner yourself and offer courses or workshops with BellaBambi®, feel free to contact us directly.

If you want to receive a commission for your referrals, simply sign up for our affiliate program.

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