Got cellulite? You're not alone! The cosmetic condition affects nearly 90% of women at some point during their lives, even women who are otherwise slender and fit.
As common as cellulite is, there's also an awful lot of misinformation out there about what it is, what causes it, and how to get rid of it.
Cellulite is caused by toxins in your body - Myth
Women get more cellulite than men - Fact (Women tend to carry more fat around their hips and thighs. We also have less supportive connective tissue to keep it all in place).
Cellulite gets worse with age - Fact (Hormones also seem to play a role in the appearance of cellulite: As women age, their bodies produce less estrogen—a hormone that helps keep blood vessels flowing smoothly. Less estrogen can mean poorer circulation, which can also mean a decrease in new collagen production and the breakdown of older connective tissue).
Cellulite may be in your genes - Fact (It's true that cellulite runs in families; if your mother and grandmother had cellulite, you have a better chance of also developing it. In fact, there's even a genetic test on the market that can tell you whether you have a gene variant that puts you at higher risk for moderate to severe cellulite—but, considering that most women will develop cellulite in their lifetimes (and the fact that you'll know it when you see it).
Cellulite only happens to out-of-shape people - Myth
Exercise can reduce the appearance of cellulite - Fact (A regular exercise practice cannot cure cellulite—but in many cases it can help prevent or reduce its appearance. Cellulite occurs when connective fibers underneath the skin become weak or lose their elasticity, but stretching and strengthening those areas (in addition to burning away excess fat overall) can help. Yoga routines that target the butt and thighs can help, as well as strength-training moves that build muscle and boost circulation).
Cardio is best for reducing all-over jiggle - Myth
Skin-firming creams can cure cellulite - Myth
Skin fillers can even out dimply skin - Fact (Injectable dermal fillers like Restylane and Radiesse, used primarily to plump up sagging cheekbones and remove facial wrinkles, have also shown to be beneficial—at least temporarily—for cellulite-plagued sections of skin. Especially if someone is really skinny and they have a few really deep divots, a filler can plump that up and even it out really well. However, the procedure can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars per leg and the results tend to only last a few months).
Non-invasive procedures for cellulite really do work - Fact (Laser, radio-frequency, and massage techniques have been used for several years to reduce the appearance of cellulite—and while their results are not permanent, they are effective in the short-term. These are working better than some drug-store cream, and they can be worth it if you have the time and the money to spend on them. Some require 10 to 15 sessions to significantly improve appearance, and require monthly maintenance appointments. Others are more expensive but results seem to last six months to a year).
Liposuction will make your legs look better - Myth
Certain foods can help fight cellulite - Fact (Your diet alone can't determine whether you will or will not get cellulite, but eating a well-balanced, plant-heavy diet can reduce inflammation throughout your body and help you maintain a healthy weight. Staying hydrated—both by drinking water and by eating plenty of foods with high water content—will also keep your connective tissue strong and supple, and may even help you slim down. Aim to eat more cucumbers, radishes, tomatoes, and bell peppers, which (along with many other fruits and veggies) are all more than 90% water).
Only a dermatologist should perform cellulite treatments - Myth
The clothing you wear can make an impact - Myth
Smoking can affect the appearance of cellulite - Fact (Cigarette smoke has been shown to reduce blood vessel flow and to weaken and disrupt the formation of collagen, allowing for the connective tissue to become stretched and damaged more easily and for underlying fat to show through. Plus, smoking can make you look bad (literally) in lots of other ways, as well: It causes premature wrinkles and aging, leave skin dry and discolored and can contribute to stretch marks).
There's no permanent cellulite solution - Fact for now (This one's not exactly true or false, but scientists do seem to be getting better and better at finding long-term solutions for treating trouble spots. The most recent and promising procedure is a surgery called Cellulaze, approved by the FDA in 2012, in which an optic laser melts fat, breaks up fibrous connective tissue and stimulates the growth of new collagen, all through a pinhole-sized incision in the skin. It's great because it works on both those fibers that are pulling down your skin and on the fat globules that are popping through. Recovery is quick.The treatment starts at about $3,500 per leg, but results seem to last at least a year or two.
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