Cellulite is a common term used to describe overfilled fat pockets right under your skin. These are fat cells that have become enlarged causing these cells to take up more space between the skin's connective tissues than normal. The fat then expands these spaces resulting in the overlying skin dimpling, often called the orange peel effect.
It appears in ninety percent of post-adolescent women and is rarely seen in men. Common areas where cellulite is found, are the thighs, buttocks, and the abdomen. Contrary to popular belief, cellulite is not related to obesity, since it occurs in overweight, normal, and thin women. Cellulite causes many image problems and many women avoid wearing short skirts or shorts because of it.
Some of the contributing factors for developing cellulite are:
Heredity. However, you can still do a lot to fight cellulite.
Not drinking enough water. Water helps flush toxins and waste from your body. Drink seven to eight glasses of water a day.
Diet. Poor eating habits (alcohol, caffeine, spicy or fatty foods) contribute to the formation of cellulite because the toxins they produce get trapped in the fatty tissue. Saturated fats block the arteries and get trapped in the tissue as well, preventing sufficient waste and toxin elimination.
Smoking is not only bad for the skin and lungs, but it weakens the skin by causing constriction of capillaries. It also damages the connective tissue and can increase the dimpling effect of cellulite.
Tension and stress can cause a muscle to seize up in pain; they can also cause the connective tissue that covers that muscle to seize up. Tension can also block the tissue, preventing proper waste elimination and purification.
Medication can disturb the body's natural processes, disturbing the purification system that is naturally in place. Diet pills, sleeping pills and diuretics can all lead to cellulite; oral contraceptives, which increase the body's oestrogen, cause fat cells to enlarge, leading to water retention. Retaining water inhibits the body from flushing the system of toxins, leading to the formation of cellulite.
Lack of exercise contributes to the formation of cellulite. Exercise decreases many health risks and also helps fight cellulite. It improves muscle tone, circulation and overall well-being, helping to break blocked tissue and purify the body.
Cellulite Treatments
There are three main treatments for cellulite; namely, endermologie, cosmetic surgery, and topical creams or lotions.
Endermologie
The Endermologie machine, developed in France over a decade ago, has been found to have an effect in fighting cellulite. It uses rollers and gentle suctioning to deeply massage the affected areas, increasing circulation. Toxins and abnormal water buildup are expelled as connective fibres are stretched. Endermologie also exfoliates the skin, leaving it soft and silky. The increased circulation may give you a natural energy boost. Many sessions are normally needed. This can add up to several hundred dollars.
Cosmetic Surgery
Treatments like liposuction (surgery to remove fat) and mesotherapy (injection of drugs into cellulite) are either expensive or may produce only temporary improvement. Many doctors advise against liposuction to reduce cellulite because it is designed to remove deep fat instead of cellulite, which is close to the skin. This is performed by a plastic surgeon and can be expensive compared to other methods. Consult with your doctor if you want to explore this further.
Cellulite Creams or Lotions
This is the safest and most popular way to reduce the problem. Because cellulite is actually little pockets of fat under your skin, your blood circulation does not easily reach these areas. Specially formulated creams can help.
Some of the ingredients used in these products include :
Algae extract - which can help break down fat and increase your metabolism.
Green tea extracts - will back up the algae extract and increase the rate at which your fat is broken down to form smooth tissue.
Retinol A - a compound that is a derivative of Vitamin A and targets your skin and connective tissues directly to condition and strengthen. Retinol A has a rejuvenating effect on your skin, and will decrease your cellulite while preventing it from becoming worse over time. It can improve your skin's texture, so your skin will become smoother and firmer and this helps your cellulite vanish even faster.
Creams or lotions are the most economical of the three treatments, however like the others, it may take a couple of months to see measurable results.
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Saturday, October 23, 2010
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
New Cellulite Treatments Improve And Maintain Results
Most women to some degree are bothered by cellulite. Cellulite is a condition that gives the skin a dimpled appearance. Cellulite is usually most prevalent in the thigh, hip and buttock areas. Patients consulting with board-certified plastic surgeons for body contouring frequently ask what can be done to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
(PRWEB) November 10, 2005 -- Most women to some degree are bothered by cellulite. Cellulite is a condition that gives the skin a dimpled appearance. Cellulite is usually most prevalent in the thigh, hip and buttock areas. Patients consulting with board-certified plastic surgeons for body contouring frequently ask what can be done to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Currently, there is no ideal cellulite treatment.
?Cellulite is caused by bands of fibrous tissue that connect the muscle to the skin,? says Dr. Sam Speron, body contouring expert and consumer advocate. ?If these bands are tight and the fat between the muscle and the skin is compressed, there will be dimpling. Almost all women and even some men have cellulite. Cellulite stems from genetic predisposition, hormonal changes and weight gain. Patients need to understand that cellulite can be improved, but not removed!?
Various treatments have emerged over time claiming to ?treat? cellulite. We offer this information summarizing the current available cellulite treatment options:
? Liposuction: Lipoplasty (commonly known as liposuction) does not reduce cellulite by itself. Some surgeons, however, have reported performing a technique of cellulite lysing (breaking up) using a liposuction cannula (hollow tube powered by gas or electricity) that features a smooth, round-tipped tunneling rod inserted in a hollow casing with a sharp, V-pronged cutting edge. The tunneling rod assures passage under the skin to the area to be broken up, while the curette fork (loop shaped surgical instrument) extends at the tip to sever only the dimple-causing connective tissue system. The area that is released can then be injected with fat to fill the space. This technique does improve the appearance of cellulite.
? Fat Injections: Autologous fat harvested from donor sites in the abdomen and flank areas may fill in depressions. Again, this is more successful if a release is performed at the same time. However, the results of fat injections may not be permanent.
? Lower Body Lift: This procedure evolved from one called ?Cellulite Lift.? The technique was designed to replace the thigh/buttock lift, a procedure that works well for some patients but may produce scars that are visible when wearing a bathing suit. The lower body lift requires an incision around the entire circumference of the abdominal and buttock area, so that excess skin can be removed and the entire flank, thigh and buttocks areas can be lifted. The incision can usually be placed discreetly within standard or high-cut bikini lines. The result of the procedure is tightening of the back, flank and abdominal tissues, and reduction in the appearance of cellulite in the lifted areas. The lower body lift is a major surgical procedure that requires a lengthy recovery and leaves an extensive, though well-positioned, scar. For this reason, it requires especially careful patient selection and, as with all cosmetic surgery, the patient's full informed consent.
? Endermologie: This mechanical roller massage therapy has been proposed as a treatment for cellulite and as an adjunct to liposuction. Treatments may produce temporary improvement in the appearance of cellulite, but long-term results of this noninvasive therapy have not been established, either clinically or scientifically. According to a 2001 study published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal, ASAPS' peer-reviewed publication, Endermologie in and of itself has not been found to be beneficial for producing long-term and lasting clinical results.
? Mesotherapy: Small amounts of homeopathic medicine are injected immediately beneath the surface of the skin to break down the cellulite and to improve circulation and lymphatic and venous drainage. Currently, there are no peer-reviewed articles or scientific studies to back up claims that mesotherapy improves the appearance of cellulite. Mesotherapy is not FDA approved
? Herbal and dietary supplements: Some makers of herbal and dietary supplements claim to cure what they say are the internal causes of cellulite, such as poor circulation, slow metabolism, and bloating. Since supplements are not regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unless they are marketed as a cure for a disease or a medical condition, some companies market supplements with claims that are unsubstantiated by scientific studies. Until reliable data is provided concerning any herbal or dietary supplement, consumers should be skeptical of claims and should also be aware that many such supplements carry risks.
? Creams and lotions: ?Miracle? creams and lotions are frequently marketed with claims of diminishing the unsightly dimpling of cellulite. These topical ?cures? contain a variety of active ingredients including, but not limited, to: caffeine, green tea, plant extracts, retinol, aminophylline (an asthma drug), and the antioxidant DMAE. Most creams may mask cellulite temporarily by hydrating and swelling the skin and for most, there is no science to back up their long-term efficacy. One of the most exciting new creams for cellulite correction is neaclear?s firming body lotion. The combination of liquid oxygen, vitamin C, vitamin E and coenzyme Q10 makes a lot of sense!
Conclusion: Although some treatments may provide temporary improvement in the dimpled appearance of cellulite, to date there is no proven, permanent ?cure? for cellulite.
(PRWEB) November 10, 2005 -- Most women to some degree are bothered by cellulite. Cellulite is a condition that gives the skin a dimpled appearance. Cellulite is usually most prevalent in the thigh, hip and buttock areas. Patients consulting with board-certified plastic surgeons for body contouring frequently ask what can be done to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Currently, there is no ideal cellulite treatment.
?Cellulite is caused by bands of fibrous tissue that connect the muscle to the skin,? says Dr. Sam Speron, body contouring expert and consumer advocate. ?If these bands are tight and the fat between the muscle and the skin is compressed, there will be dimpling. Almost all women and even some men have cellulite. Cellulite stems from genetic predisposition, hormonal changes and weight gain. Patients need to understand that cellulite can be improved, but not removed!?
Various treatments have emerged over time claiming to ?treat? cellulite. We offer this information summarizing the current available cellulite treatment options:
? Liposuction: Lipoplasty (commonly known as liposuction) does not reduce cellulite by itself. Some surgeons, however, have reported performing a technique of cellulite lysing (breaking up) using a liposuction cannula (hollow tube powered by gas or electricity) that features a smooth, round-tipped tunneling rod inserted in a hollow casing with a sharp, V-pronged cutting edge. The tunneling rod assures passage under the skin to the area to be broken up, while the curette fork (loop shaped surgical instrument) extends at the tip to sever only the dimple-causing connective tissue system. The area that is released can then be injected with fat to fill the space. This technique does improve the appearance of cellulite.
? Fat Injections: Autologous fat harvested from donor sites in the abdomen and flank areas may fill in depressions. Again, this is more successful if a release is performed at the same time. However, the results of fat injections may not be permanent.
? Lower Body Lift: This procedure evolved from one called ?Cellulite Lift.? The technique was designed to replace the thigh/buttock lift, a procedure that works well for some patients but may produce scars that are visible when wearing a bathing suit. The lower body lift requires an incision around the entire circumference of the abdominal and buttock area, so that excess skin can be removed and the entire flank, thigh and buttocks areas can be lifted. The incision can usually be placed discreetly within standard or high-cut bikini lines. The result of the procedure is tightening of the back, flank and abdominal tissues, and reduction in the appearance of cellulite in the lifted areas. The lower body lift is a major surgical procedure that requires a lengthy recovery and leaves an extensive, though well-positioned, scar. For this reason, it requires especially careful patient selection and, as with all cosmetic surgery, the patient's full informed consent.
? Endermologie: This mechanical roller massage therapy has been proposed as a treatment for cellulite and as an adjunct to liposuction. Treatments may produce temporary improvement in the appearance of cellulite, but long-term results of this noninvasive therapy have not been established, either clinically or scientifically. According to a 2001 study published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal, ASAPS' peer-reviewed publication, Endermologie in and of itself has not been found to be beneficial for producing long-term and lasting clinical results.
? Mesotherapy: Small amounts of homeopathic medicine are injected immediately beneath the surface of the skin to break down the cellulite and to improve circulation and lymphatic and venous drainage. Currently, there are no peer-reviewed articles or scientific studies to back up claims that mesotherapy improves the appearance of cellulite. Mesotherapy is not FDA approved
? Herbal and dietary supplements: Some makers of herbal and dietary supplements claim to cure what they say are the internal causes of cellulite, such as poor circulation, slow metabolism, and bloating. Since supplements are not regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unless they are marketed as a cure for a disease or a medical condition, some companies market supplements with claims that are unsubstantiated by scientific studies. Until reliable data is provided concerning any herbal or dietary supplement, consumers should be skeptical of claims and should also be aware that many such supplements carry risks.
? Creams and lotions: ?Miracle? creams and lotions are frequently marketed with claims of diminishing the unsightly dimpling of cellulite. These topical ?cures? contain a variety of active ingredients including, but not limited, to: caffeine, green tea, plant extracts, retinol, aminophylline (an asthma drug), and the antioxidant DMAE. Most creams may mask cellulite temporarily by hydrating and swelling the skin and for most, there is no science to back up their long-term efficacy. One of the most exciting new creams for cellulite correction is neaclear?s firming body lotion. The combination of liquid oxygen, vitamin C, vitamin E and coenzyme Q10 makes a lot of sense!
Conclusion: Although some treatments may provide temporary improvement in the dimpled appearance of cellulite, to date there is no proven, permanent ?cure? for cellulite.
Friday, October 15, 2010
Treating Cellulite Treatments That Work
Cellulite is stubborn fat caught between bands of connective tissue causing a bumpy lumpy appearance on the hips, buttocks and thighs of most women and even some men.
Ninety percent of women have it. While hormones and age do play a role in the developing cellulite, they are not completely limiting factors. Cellulite can be reduced at any age.
Treatments
1. The first and most important thing you can do for cellulite reduction is exercise. Exercise may be broken down into Cardiovascular Exercise and Muscular Strength and Conditioning Exercise.
- Cardiovascular Exercise will help you to burn calories and lose some of the fat that is caught between the bands of connective tissue. In order for cardiovascular exercise to be effective, you must manage to fit in at least 30 minutes 3 times per week. This 30 minute interval may be broken down into three 10 minute segments, two 15 minute segments or one 30 minute segment. Keep in mind that your metabolism stays elevated for a few hours after you do your cardiovascular exercise, so you continue to burn more calories even after you are finished. Cardiovascular exercise also helps to increase circulation which is crucial to reducing the appearance of cellulite.
- Muscular strength and conditioning exercises will increase muscle tone in the cellulite prone areas and result in a smoother more attractive appearance. Picture a freshly filled balloon. It is full of air and therefore very smooth. Now consider the skin covering your cellulite prone areas like the balloon. If you have lots of nice muscle tissue underneath, it will press up on the fat that is underneath and make it appear smoother. If you're a women, do not fear becoming too muscular from strength training.
2. The next treatment for cellulite reduction is diet. It's crucial to reduce or eliminate white sugar and white flour. This does not meant to cut out carbohydrates. It simply means to look for whole grain products instead of ones that are made from white sugar. Try to include lots of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet everyday. Whole fruits and vegetables contain fiber which is very important in regulating your digestive system. Try to drink lots of water as opposed to drinking fruit juices and soft drinks.
3. There are many types of treatments that help to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Some of these treatments are done in medical spas or are performed by dermatologists. The availability of these treatments varies by location. A list of cellulite treatments includes Endermologie, massage, body wraps and Velasmooth. Velasmooth is the first cellulite treatment to be approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration in the United States). There are home devices that claim to reduce cellulite that vary in cost and effectiveness. Many cosmetic companies offer topical treatments that may also reduce the appearance of cellulite. Be sure to check the ingredients for substances that may result in an allergic reaction due to user sensitivity.
Renee Feldman BS, MA( http://www.cellulitetips.com/ ) is an Exercise Physiologist that is one of the first personal trainers in the United States. She has extensively studied cellulite and has shown the success of her methods on local television. Her company, No Time Fitness, helps busy people fit fitness into their lives.
The Best Cellulite Healing Resources
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Ninety percent of women have it. While hormones and age do play a role in the developing cellulite, they are not completely limiting factors. Cellulite can be reduced at any age.
Treatments
1. The first and most important thing you can do for cellulite reduction is exercise. Exercise may be broken down into Cardiovascular Exercise and Muscular Strength and Conditioning Exercise.
- Cardiovascular Exercise will help you to burn calories and lose some of the fat that is caught between the bands of connective tissue. In order for cardiovascular exercise to be effective, you must manage to fit in at least 30 minutes 3 times per week. This 30 minute interval may be broken down into three 10 minute segments, two 15 minute segments or one 30 minute segment. Keep in mind that your metabolism stays elevated for a few hours after you do your cardiovascular exercise, so you continue to burn more calories even after you are finished. Cardiovascular exercise also helps to increase circulation which is crucial to reducing the appearance of cellulite.
- Muscular strength and conditioning exercises will increase muscle tone in the cellulite prone areas and result in a smoother more attractive appearance. Picture a freshly filled balloon. It is full of air and therefore very smooth. Now consider the skin covering your cellulite prone areas like the balloon. If you have lots of nice muscle tissue underneath, it will press up on the fat that is underneath and make it appear smoother. If you're a women, do not fear becoming too muscular from strength training.
2. The next treatment for cellulite reduction is diet. It's crucial to reduce or eliminate white sugar and white flour. This does not meant to cut out carbohydrates. It simply means to look for whole grain products instead of ones that are made from white sugar. Try to include lots of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet everyday. Whole fruits and vegetables contain fiber which is very important in regulating your digestive system. Try to drink lots of water as opposed to drinking fruit juices and soft drinks.
3. There are many types of treatments that help to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Some of these treatments are done in medical spas or are performed by dermatologists. The availability of these treatments varies by location. A list of cellulite treatments includes Endermologie, massage, body wraps and Velasmooth. Velasmooth is the first cellulite treatment to be approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration in the United States). There are home devices that claim to reduce cellulite that vary in cost and effectiveness. Many cosmetic companies offer topical treatments that may also reduce the appearance of cellulite. Be sure to check the ingredients for substances that may result in an allergic reaction due to user sensitivity.
Renee Feldman BS, MA( http://www.cellulitetips.com/ ) is an Exercise Physiologist that is one of the first personal trainers in the United States. She has extensively studied cellulite and has shown the success of her methods on local television. Her company, No Time Fitness, helps busy people fit fitness into their lives.
The Best Cellulite Healing Resources
Real beauty comes from within
Since real beauty comes from within, it's important that your beauty products bring out your best natural qualities. Natural beauty product reviews can help you choose which products are best suited to your own individual needs. One popular type of natural beauty product is stretch mark removal cream. Since stretch marks are pretty common--their causes range from pregnancy to body building--a lot of people can be helped by a natural, effective treatment for them. While reading natural beauty product reviews,...FREE Brochure downloads now available
All of the folowing Skin Care Brochures are now available for download at the dermaglow web siteDermaglow Spa & exfoliants BrochureDermaglow Miracle Spa, is a NEW range of organic and natural home products that wrap your skin in a luxurious spa sensation, this exclusive range combines gentle Dead Sea salts and sea mineral exfoliants in delicate blends of the finest essential oils. Inspired by nature Miracle Spa creates a spa good feeling from head...
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Home Cellulite Treatments
Everybody is looking for ways to make sure that their skin looks and feels its best, which is why you may have heard about several cellulite treatments that have worked for some patients. However, you can try some treatment methods at home before you decide to undergo surgical procedures such as liposuction or mesotherapy.
Here are a few suggestions for keeping your skin looking its best.
Finding the right diet to get rid of cellulite is very important. Many folks develop these fatty deposits underneath the skin after gaining weight over a period, or losing weight suddenly. Many women also find that these deposits can show up in the skin after having a baby, and it takes a while to get the body back to 'normal' again. So, you should make sure that you are eating fats that are healthy for you.
Cutting back on the amount of sugar you consume every day will help with other cellulite treatments as well. Try sweetening your foods with stevia or agave nectar to help smooth out the skin, and omega-3 fatty acids that come from fish like salmon, or from nuts like almonds and pistachios are also a good idea.
There are also a number of fruits and vegetables that you should eat as part of your cellulite treatments. Mangos, berries and green vegetables are all an ideal part of the diet, as well as bell peppers and carrots. If you season your foods with these fruits and veggies, or use them as a snack, you will not only see improvements in your skin, but your energy will increase and your overall concentration should improve as well.
Other topical cellulite treatments include things like shea butter and aloe vera gel. Shea butter is a natural substance that is made from ground seeds, and is a great moisturizer for the skin. It helps to even out your tone, get rid of dark spots, and help to even out all the layers of the skin. It is best to get the purest form of shea butter, so while you can find lotions with shea butter in grocery stores or cosmetic shops, you may have to go to your local health food store to find pure shea.
Aloe vera, which can be found almost anywhere, is another one of the effective cellulite treatments that you will want to try. Aloe vera is affordable, and drinking the juice from the plant will help you to dissolve the fatty deposits in the skin and increase your metabolism. This will give you more energy to work out and exercise will help with getting rid of cellulite as well.
Before you decide that you want surgery, you should try these home cellulite treatments first to see if there is any improvement. This will save you a tremendous amount of money, and will keep you from experiencing the gamble that comes along with getting injections or liposuction, since these methods do not always work for everyone.
Here are a few suggestions for keeping your skin looking its best.
Finding the right diet to get rid of cellulite is very important. Many folks develop these fatty deposits underneath the skin after gaining weight over a period, or losing weight suddenly. Many women also find that these deposits can show up in the skin after having a baby, and it takes a while to get the body back to 'normal' again. So, you should make sure that you are eating fats that are healthy for you.
Cutting back on the amount of sugar you consume every day will help with other cellulite treatments as well. Try sweetening your foods with stevia or agave nectar to help smooth out the skin, and omega-3 fatty acids that come from fish like salmon, or from nuts like almonds and pistachios are also a good idea.
There are also a number of fruits and vegetables that you should eat as part of your cellulite treatments. Mangos, berries and green vegetables are all an ideal part of the diet, as well as bell peppers and carrots. If you season your foods with these fruits and veggies, or use them as a snack, you will not only see improvements in your skin, but your energy will increase and your overall concentration should improve as well.
Other topical cellulite treatments include things like shea butter and aloe vera gel. Shea butter is a natural substance that is made from ground seeds, and is a great moisturizer for the skin. It helps to even out your tone, get rid of dark spots, and help to even out all the layers of the skin. It is best to get the purest form of shea butter, so while you can find lotions with shea butter in grocery stores or cosmetic shops, you may have to go to your local health food store to find pure shea.
Aloe vera, which can be found almost anywhere, is another one of the effective cellulite treatments that you will want to try. Aloe vera is affordable, and drinking the juice from the plant will help you to dissolve the fatty deposits in the skin and increase your metabolism. This will give you more energy to work out and exercise will help with getting rid of cellulite as well.
Before you decide that you want surgery, you should try these home cellulite treatments first to see if there is any improvement. This will save you a tremendous amount of money, and will keep you from experiencing the gamble that comes along with getting injections or liposuction, since these methods do not always work for everyone.
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