It has been the bane of every women's existence
since the dawn of time - the affliction known as cellulite. We all
have it to varying degrees, and it seems to get worse as we get
older in many cases. So, should we just resign ourselves to the
fact that it is here to stay, or is there a way to fight and get
rid of cellulite?
Thankfully, the answer is yes, we can fight cellulite,
or at least the appearance of cellulite, through several therapeutic
treatments that are available on the market today. It is not, however,
a one-time deal. Once you stop the treatments, the cellulite will
inevitably return. So, the treatment of cellulite is an ongoing
commitment, and it should be incorporated as part of your daily
beauty regimen for consistent and lasting reduction in it's appearance.
Some of the over-the-counter cellulite treatments
actually do quite a good job of significantly reducing the appearance
of cellulite. In order to achieve maximum effectiveness with these
products, it is imperative that you massage the affected areas vigorously
for a few minutes when applying the treatment. In addition to the
smoothing and tightening ingredients in the treatment, the massaging
stimulates circulation and helps break the collagen bands that have
constricted and resulted in the "puckered" look of the
affected areas. The most effective ingredients, and what gives these
products their smoothing effects, are caffeine and aminophylline.
Many also add seaweed extract as well, but this is not the most
effective ingredient in the product.
In addition to the cellulite creams, lotions and
gels, there is a procedure called endermology that has many women
reporting extraordinary results. It is actually a large mechanical
pressure device that uses a technique similar to the process of
a rolling pin rolling out dough to make cookies. This action kneads
the problem areas with substantial pressure to break down the aforementioned
collagen bands, and smooth the sponginess and puckering out for
an even and toned appearance. Drawbacks are it is expensive and
does require return visits for maintenance, it can be an uncomfortable
and even slightly painful process, and it may result in some temporary
bruising.
Another option is oral herbal or medicinal remedies
for cellulite. Beware though. There have not been significant studies
or proof verifying whether these products actually produce results.
I cannot recommend investing in or experimenting with these newer
products until substantial findings or proof are published regarding
their effectiveness.
So, what else causes cellulite? This question is
still the subject of scientific debate. We definitely know that
it mostly affects women, so there is much speculation that the underlying
cause is hormonal in nature. Many other studies suggest it is related
to age, diet, genetics, and fitness/level of activity. It has been
noted that strength and toning exercises, as well as steady weight
maintenance will help with the appearance of cellulite. Frequent
weight fluctuation, high fat diets, and even excessive carbonated
beverages have been some of the suspected culprits as well.
Whatever the cause, if you want to minimize these
unsightly dimples, there are options out there for you that are
effective and affordable. New breakthroughs are being made every
day in the field of cosmetic enhancement products, so we may soon
see another product that blows them all away. It may be tomorrow,
for all we know!
About The Author
Danna Schneider is the founder of Cosmetic Product Reviews - http://www.cosmeticsgalore.com/
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