Anti Cellulite Treatment Options
Statistics of the number of women who have cellulite varies. A study by Neutrogena reported that 70% of women have cellulite while other physicians report that number as high as 90%. This only points to the fact that there is no standardized method of measuring cellulite.
During recent research scientists reported that some cellulite appeared to develop during parts of a women’s life when there were hormonal surges such as puberty, pregnancy, menopause and PMS.
Cellulite will often rear it’s unsightly head between 25 and 35 but some women will find it’s appearance by age 16.
Lack of exercise, inadequate water intake and poor nutrition can increase the development of cellulite.
Some people claim that exercise can build muscles in the affected areas which would mask the cellulite and increase the circulation. A healthy diet will go a long way to preventing the problem by maintaining an appropriate weight. But neither of these options will take away the cellulite that has already appeared.
Stress for prolonged periods increases the amount of fat that is stored by the body and thus increasing the appearance of cellulite.
The use of diuretics, smoking, laxatives, and diet pills are also triggers. Reducing water retention by decreasing salt intake can help to prevent further development of cellulite.
Some of the newer treatments include cold-laser massage, VelaSmooth, Synergie, Fat-Melting injections, Liposuction, Fatburners and Skin Firmers.
Most topical ointments only attack the skin and not the source of the cellulite beneath it. The effect is temporary and wears off when the cream is discontinued.
There are two treatments are reported to minimize cellulite by treating the bands of connective tissue or septae that hold the fat into place under the skin. Endermologie is performed by a plastic surgeon or cosmetic dermatologist. It uses a motorized device that creates suction and smooth deep mobilization. There are usually quick results visible but require maintenance.
VelaSmooth uses both infrared red light and radio frequency waves to relax the connective tissue bands. It is non-invasive and must be done twice a week for five weeks and then monthly. Initial results are promising
Liposuction is an option that some women chose. However it is invasive with significant potential side effects and not a good track results track record.
Some have found that using coffee grounds on the skin to reduce cellulite gives them positive results. Unfortunately the effect is from the dehydrating effect of the caffeine to dry out the skin and make it tighter. This has a temporary effect.
Mesotherapy is a treatment targeted at reducing cellulite through a slightly invasive technique. A solution of amino acids, vitamins and homeopathic medications are injected under the skin to break down the fat cells.
