Ways to Reduce and Limit Cellulite
Cellulite is a condition where the skin appears dimpled and uneven. This phenomenon faces many individuals, especially women. So, what are the best ways to reduce cellulite and minimize its appearance? Learn about it with us in the following article.
Cellulite:
Cellulite is a condition in which the skin has a dimpled or lumpy appearance. It usually affects the buttocks and thighs but can also occur in other areas. Cellulite occurs when fat deposits push through the connective tissue beneath the skin.
• Between 80 and 90 percent of women experience cellulite.
• Cellulite is also known as the orange peel phenomenon because it gives the skin a dimpled, orange peel-like appearance.
• Many treatments are available, but their effects are mostly temporary.
• Following a low-fat diet, quitting smoking, and maintaining an active lifestyle may help reduce the incidence of cellulite.
The exact cause of cellulite is still unknown, but it seems to result from an interaction between the connective tissue in the dermal layer beneath the skin and the underlying layer of fat directly beneath it.
In women, the fat cells and connective tissues in this layer are arranged vertically. If the fat cells protrude into the dermal layer, it gives the appearance of cellulite.
In men, the tissues have a crisscross structure, which may explain why they are less likely to develop cellulite than women.
Cellulite is not caused by "toxins," although a healthy lifestyle may help reduce the risk of its appearance.
Regular exercise and a balanced diet may help reduce the appearance of cellulite.
People who consume excessive amounts of fats, carbohydrates, salt, and low amounts of fiber are more likely to have higher amounts of cellulite.
It may also be more prevalent among:
• Smokers.
• Those who do not exercise.
• Those who sit or stand in one position for long periods.
Wearing tight undergarments across the buttocks can restrict blood flow, which may contribute to the formation of cellulite.
Cellulite is more common in individuals with excess body fat, but even lean and proportionate individuals can experience it. It may start to appear around the age of 25, but it can also affect younger individuals, including teenagers.
Now that you have learned about the ways to reduce cellulite and minimize its appearance, have you tried any of these methods and tips before? Book a consultation appointment with Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy.
This content has been reviewed by Dr. Ahmed Mekkawy, a consultant in cosmetic surgery, body contouring, and natural hair transplantation.
