Improve the Appearance of Cellulite

What exactly causes cellulite, we all wonder? What happened to the smooth thighs I had when I was younger? you may ask yourself. Cellulite is very common, it is found in over 90% of women, including slim women. Medical research has shown that cellulite is not caused by weight gain, as commonly thought, but by a weakening of the connective tissue beneath the skin due to circulatory problems. The connective tissue becomes damaged by weakened blood and lymph vessels that supply nutrients and drainage from this area of the body. This connective tissue shapes body fat. Once this connective tissue is damaged, it cannot keep the fat from protruding outwards to create the dimpled appearance on the skin. Liposuction generally will not remove all cellulite, since the root cause is not the excess accumulation of fat, but poor circulation of blood and lymph in the area of the body afflicted with cellulite.

The most popular forms of cellulite treatment are topical creams and massage. During cellulite treatment it is important to get exercise on a regular basis, take 1000 mg of Vitamin C, reduce the consumption of caffeine and alcohol and drink enough water. A new form of massage known as Endermologie (registered trademark) was developed 10 years ago in France. This technique involves massaging the affected area with rollers and suctioning to accomplish deep massage. This breaks down the fat beneath the skin, enhances circulation, stretches connective tissue and causes toxins and excessive fluid buildup to drain from the area.

Several topical creams have gotten high reviews. These are  Revitol, and Bodysculpt. Both of these products have a 100% money back guarantee. Another way to effectively slim the appearance of cellulite is by wearing a body shaper. This bodyshaper from  Just For Me does a wonderful job of slimming the lower body.

by Gina S., contributing editor