Truths And Misconceptions About Cellulite

Do you have cellulite? You are not the only one. 90% of women face this problem during their lifetime - even those that are in shape!
Although cellulite is a common thing, there are many misconceptions and wrong information about what it is, what causes it and in what way it should be treated. Before you set an appointment with a cosmetic and spend a fortune on various products, get to know the whole truth about cellulite.

Women have more cellulite than men

True: Women have more fat in the hip and thigh area. Next to that, the tissues that connects them are not so well developed. Still, it is presumed that about 10% of the male population has a cellulite problem.

The problem becomes more serious with years

True: Hormones play a very important role in the appearance of cellulite. With years. the body produces less estrogen, ie. the hormone that is in charge of blood circulation. Less estrogen means less circulation, which causes a lack of collagen and the rupturing of connective tissues.

Cellulite is a genetic issue

True: Cellulite can be passed down. If your mother and grandmother have cellulite problems, there is a great chance that you will too. If you are not one of those lucky few that nature handed perfect skin to, know that genetics only plays a small part in the whole story. Factors like diet, exercise and keeping your line in tact are very important.

Cellulite appears in people that don't exercise

Misconception: Cellulite is more visible with women who have a weight problem. The more fat you have, the greater the chance of damaging connective tissues that are important for the look of your skin.

Exercising can affect cellulite

True: By regularly exercising you can lose the cellulite , but it can also act as a prevention as well as reduction. Cellulite appears when the connective tissues lose their elasticity, but exercising can help. Yoga can also help, as well as physical exercises that develop muscles and increase circulation.

Cardio is the best solution

Misconception: Running and other forms of cardio can help you reduce the orange skin effect. But, to real "iron" your skin, you have to strengthen your muscles.
According to the results of a YMCA research, adults that have used aerobic exercises lasting around 30 minutes, three times per week in a period of eight weeks, have lost four kg, but they didn't gain any muscle.
In the other group the people split their exercises to 30 minutes of aerobics, but they also worked on strengthening their muscles. Not only did they lose 10kg, but they also improved their muscle percentage.

Skin creams can help you get rid of cellulite

Misconception: Despite that what is written on their declaration, no cream can help in permanently removing cellulite. Studies show that products that contain retinoids, offer only a instant effect and camouflage the bumps.

Skin tightening injections

True: Injections that are primarily used in skin tightening treatments and wrinkle ironing, have shown as a good solution in this field. Short term at least. But, these treatments are pretty expensive, and the effects last a few months.

Lasers, massages and radio waves

True: Lasers, radio waves and massages are means that have been used for years in fighting cellulite, but the results are not long lasting. They are certainly a better solution than various creams and can pay off if you have enough time and monetary funds. You will need about 15 laser treatments to be able to see the effects. Radio wave treatments are more expensive, but their effects are more long lasting.

Liposuction helps

Misconception: If you have a cellulite problem, a liposuction won't help you. Furthermore, the skin can look worse than before. But, endermology, a treatment that works on the principle of vacuum, shows results. Simply, a special machine is used that goes over the problematic area and it is lasts 30 minutes. The results are visible after 10 to 15 days.

Certain foods can help

True: A well balanced diet based on vegetables can help you in reducing the inflammations and keep a good line. Hydrate yourself by drinking a lot of water and eat foods with a high percentage of liquid. With that you will strengthen the connective tissues in your body, and in that way you can lose weight. Eat as much cucumbers, radish, tomatoes and peppers as you can, because those foods have more than 90% water in them.

Only a dermatologist can cure cellulite

Misconception: For starters, a good idea is to go to the dermatologists because most of them deal with cellulite. But, cellulite is not an illness and you don't need a doctor to cure it.

Tight clothes that tightens the skin

Misconception: Wearing a body that is a tight fit to your legs can make you look better, but that effect disappears in the instant when you take it off. A long term effect of those clothes is just a marketing trick by the manufacturers. Elastic bands and underwear, for example, can even add to the creation of cellulite by restraining blood circulation.

Smoking causes cellulite

True: It is proven that nicotine slows down blood flow and with that causes damage to connective tissues. In that way fat becomes even more visible. Smoking generally affects you appearance. Yellow teeth, wrinkles and accelerated aging are only a few of the negative effects of smoking.

There is no permanent solution to cellulite

True: Scientists have managed to find better solutions for cellulite. The most promising is called Cellulaze, approved by the USFDA. By using an optic laser they melt the fat and stimulate the production of collagen in the connective tissues. The effect of this treatment lasts from one to two years.

Say Goodbye To Cellulite Forever

You are familiar with the adage “you don’t get out of this life alive”, but for most woman they might add “and cellulite-free.” Incessant complaints about unruly humps and bumps around thigh area are constant predicament even among teens to women nearing in their golden years. According to American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, almost 90% of all women regardless of race are prone to cellulite.

The intensity of the demand to fight or least curb cellulite overwhelmed mall shelves with anti-cellulite products from temporary relief such as caffeine infused creams to more effective no surgery fat processes like laser, massage and suction. Introducing Cellulaze, an anti-cellulite laser treatment approved by Food and Drug Administration. Unlike other fat treatments that target the outer layer of our skin, Cellulaze goes underneath to fix the unsightly humps and bumps of the skin. Let’s us discuss the basics of the on the dreaded skin condition.

Cottage Cheese Explained

Cellulite is undiscriminating skin condition. Being slim does not exempt you being cellulite-free. So whether you are fat or thin, jiggly or muscled, you are a perfect target of cellulite. The fight for cellulite is synonymously battling with genetics, hormonal factors, diet, lifestyle and age. Sad to say women are more prone to those pesky undulations and indentations due to female skin architecture says NYC dermatologist, Dr.Schweiger. Men’s connective tissue is diagonal and criss-crossed, laid smoothly and continuous. While women’s connective tissue lies vertical to the skin and during the start of puberty, wherethe estrogen levels increases and skin elasticity weakens and the fat chambers (septae) starts to develop due to the connective tissue structure causing the fat to be pushed upwards while at the same time the fibrous bands pull the skin downwards.

Introducing the New Technique

Before, having cellulites means that you have to deal with them forever, but not anymore and this is what the buzz about Cellulaze. A surgeon will administer a local anesthesia and threads a laser fiber with the help of a cannula that is as thin as the pencil lead and trims the fat chambers (septae) melts them and heats the skin from the inside out and this encourages the growth of collagen and elastin.

The laser fiber turned into 90 degrees is effective enough to break and vaporize  stubborn septae. The laser fiber will then be turned toward skin surface wherein the heat will thicken the skin. The moment those septae were severed, there is no chance for them to grown back making you totally cellulite-free. The laser heat is said to promote collagen and elastin growth will make your skin 29% more elastic.

The key to get rid of cellulite successfully is to treat the problem at the root just like what Cellulaze does. With minimal downtime, patients’ needs not to avail leave from work since they can go back to work the next day as observed with patients who undergone Celulaze. But patient are required to wear compression garments, thinksupertight bike shorts for at least a week. Expect bruising and soreness during the first two weeks before it disappears. Patients can see a change as fast as two weeks. Maximum results can be achieved within four to six months at most as that is the time where the increase of collagen and elastin are maximized. And the good news to all is that patients who undergone Cellulaze three years ago experience zero-cellulite reoccurrence.