How do I get Rid of Cellulite on my Thighs?
Question Answered By Susan - Face & Skin Advisor
Question: I have cellulite on my thighs. It’s very bothersome and
unattractive and I’d like to get rid of it. What exactly is cellulite and
how do I deal with this problem? -Julie from Minnesota
Answer: Hi. I’m Susan. I volunteer at ellensbeauty.com as a
skin advisor and I’d be more than happy to answer your question.
Cellulite can be a vexing problem, but there are some things you can do to
reduce the effects of it. Simply speaking, cellulite is a condition where
fat cells bulge through the cell walls and into the middle layer of the
skin, which makes the surface of the skin uneven. It is a common belief
that nothing can be done about cellulite, but there are several steps you
can take to reduce the effects of cellulite.
I can’t stress the next point enough. The sooner you take steps to control your cellulite, the better the results of these steps will be. First and foremost, you need to take steps to hydrate the cells in your body as well as strengthen the connective tissues. Doing this can drastically reduce the visible effects of cellulite and in some cases may eliminate it altogether. An excellent way to do this is to watch what you eat. Recent studies have shown that eating habits can drastically effect the hydration of your cells. Make sure and eat lots of fruits and vegetables. Try to go with organic foods if you can afford them as consuming large amounts of pesticides can be counterproductive. Make sure to avoid foods high in sugar and salts such as junk and processed foods as great amounts of sugar and salt can reduce the amount of fluids your cells can hold.
Make sure you drink a lot of water, as this will help to hydrate your cells. If you smoke or drink alcohol frequently this will aggravate cellulite. Brush your skin on a daily basis. This will help improve blood flow to the general area and helps cell growth. Also make sure to watch your weight. If you can afford it, find a spa in your area that specializes in cellulite. Glucosamine supplements may also help treat cellulite. These supplements can help the body to repair the skin and its connective tissue and has been proven to help many afflicted with cellulite.
Now you may be aware of several expensive creams on the market that are designed to help with cellulite. Most of them contain caffeine. Caffeine can make the appearance of cellulite disappear for a short time by dehydrating the outer layer of the skin. This can tighten it up and make it look better for a short period of time. Remember that the way to treat cellulite it to hydrate the cells, so dehydrating the skin is usually not a good idea if you want to actually get rid of cellulite. However if your cellulite is severe and these lifestyle changes do little to help, you may want to consider using the creams. Even if your cellulite is not severe, the creams can be great for OCCASIONAL use during bathing suit season for example. If you want to get rid of cellulite for good, follow the tips in this guide. If your cellulite is severe and these tips don’t help you, the creams can be a good solution. But it’s important not to jump on these creams too readily as lifestyle changes are more affordable and frequently more effective.
I can’t stress the next point enough. The sooner you take steps to control your cellulite, the better the results of these steps will be. First and foremost, you need to take steps to hydrate the cells in your body as well as strengthen the connective tissues. Doing this can drastically reduce the visible effects of cellulite and in some cases may eliminate it altogether. An excellent way to do this is to watch what you eat. Recent studies have shown that eating habits can drastically effect the hydration of your cells. Make sure and eat lots of fruits and vegetables. Try to go with organic foods if you can afford them as consuming large amounts of pesticides can be counterproductive. Make sure to avoid foods high in sugar and salts such as junk and processed foods as great amounts of sugar and salt can reduce the amount of fluids your cells can hold.
Make sure you drink a lot of water, as this will help to hydrate your cells. If you smoke or drink alcohol frequently this will aggravate cellulite. Brush your skin on a daily basis. This will help improve blood flow to the general area and helps cell growth. Also make sure to watch your weight. If you can afford it, find a spa in your area that specializes in cellulite. Glucosamine supplements may also help treat cellulite. These supplements can help the body to repair the skin and its connective tissue and has been proven to help many afflicted with cellulite.
Now you may be aware of several expensive creams on the market that are designed to help with cellulite. Most of them contain caffeine. Caffeine can make the appearance of cellulite disappear for a short time by dehydrating the outer layer of the skin. This can tighten it up and make it look better for a short period of time. Remember that the way to treat cellulite it to hydrate the cells, so dehydrating the skin is usually not a good idea if you want to actually get rid of cellulite. However if your cellulite is severe and these lifestyle changes do little to help, you may want to consider using the creams. Even if your cellulite is not severe, the creams can be great for OCCASIONAL use during bathing suit season for example. If you want to get rid of cellulite for good, follow the tips in this guide. If your cellulite is severe and these tips don’t help you, the creams can be a good solution. But it’s important not to jump on these creams too readily as lifestyle changes are more affordable and frequently more effective.
