A day at the beach. Sounds relaxing, right? It might not be if you suffer with cellulite, and are dreading to bare some skin! From shorts and minis to even the most modest of swimwear, cellulite will almost always find a way to rear its ugly head.
Cellulite Treatment
Women (and men) have been fighting the cellulite battle for decades. Firming creams; specialized anti-cellulite massage; some magazines have historically even recommended going over high-cellulite areas with a bread roll!
Luckily, with today’s many modern technological breakthroughs has also come new and innovative ways to get our skin firmer and more cellulite-free than ever. After all, who doesn’t want to look better naked?
What is Cellulite Treatment?
Cellulite Treatment is a broad term -one that could be applied to any of the varied techniques being used to remove cellulite for firmer, smoother looking skin.
Cellulite describes a condition in which the skin of the lower limbs, abdomen, and pelvic region becomes dimpled. The causes of cellulite remain somewhat a mystery. Some possible factors include hormones, lifestyle (inactive, poor sleeping habits), poor diet (hydrogenated oil, processed foods), toxins in the body (cigarettes, alcohol, some medications), genetics, and even underwear choice (some say that by blocking blood flow, thongs and tighter underwear help cellulite to form).
Different Cellulite treatments also vary. Besides a serious change in lifestyle (more exercise and fewer toxins and fatty foods) the most effective treatments for removing the appearance of cellulite are perhaps those performed in a professional setting.
Massage and nerve stimulation play an important part in some forms of Cellulite Treatment. Remember that recommendation by a magazine to use a bread roller on your dimply parts? They might not be so far off! Many dermatologists and massage professionals are using deep tissue massage techniques on cellulite to increase circulation and smooth the fat layers underneath the surface -both major factors in cellulite.
Many also believe that with repeated sessions they may be able to shrink and reshape fat cells, changing the dimply “cottage cheese” appearance of cellulite. Another massage technique used to fight cellulite is lymphatic drainage (in which toxins and blockages are removed through the lymphatic system through massage and applied pressure).
Electrolipophoresis is a cellulite treatment in which a low electric current is applied to skin in order to increase circulation and stimulate the skin.
Specialized skin treatment and wraps are also used to professionally reduce the appearance of cellulite. One of the most popular cellulite treatments is specialized seaweed wraps, in which the body is wrapped in a form of seaweed that is used to extract toxins from problem areas and stimulate circulation. There are many other lotions and skin treatments used by spas and salons that are formulated to smooth skin and penetrate the layers of fat that cause the appearance of cellulite. Often these creams or treatments are used in conjunction with heat, lighting, and/or massage for maximum results.
Endermologie is another popular cellulite treatment which uses a motorized machine that has rollers that lift, stretch, spin and suck the skin.
Acupuncture, an ancient form of energy healing that uses the placement of ultra-thin needles throughout the body, can also be used to combat cellulite as it detoxifies and stimulates different energy meridians and improves circulation.
Who needs Cellulite Treatment?
Anyone who is dissatisfied with the cellulite they see on their body may seek cellulite treatment. Women are most likely to get cellulite, and it is most often a problem on the legs, buttocks, and stomach. Many women who have tried to remove or reduce the appearance of cellulite with diet, exercise, or over-the-counter creams without great results turn to professional cellulite treatment.
A common misconception is that cellulite only effects those who are overweight. This is not true, although those with a healthy lifestyle and diet are less likely to have cellulite. Many normal weight (or even underweight) women struggle with cellulite as a result of factors that include genetics, poor diet, and the consumption of toxins.
Benefits of Cellulite Treatment
Cellulite Treatment varies greatly depending upon the procedure chosen, and therefore so do the benefits. The benefits of any effective cellulite treatment would, of course, include the reduction of cellulite and an appearance of smoother, firmer skin.
Besides cellulite reduction, many cellulite treatments also offer extra benefits. Massage treatments, for example, offer the added benefit of stress reduction and muscle relaxation. Seaweed wraps and other specialized skin treatments provide the skin with beneficial exfoliation and moisturizing.
Risks
Again, the possible risks depend greatly upon which cellulite treatment you choose. Perhaps the most common risk would be unsatisfactory results. Consider this: cellulite is such a common problem, and has been for such a long time, because it is very stubborn and therefore hard to treat.
Will modern technology finally find a way to truly put an end to cellulite, or has it already? The answer to that question seems to vary greatly on the individual person seeking cellulite treatment. One person’s cellulite may go away quickly; another’s may seem determined to stay put; another’s might go away but then come back a few weeks later.