Friday, December 26, 2008

Treatments for No More Cellulite

By Lara G Giddins

Getting rid of cellulite doesn't have to be an expensive exercise. There are many viable treatments available which are inexpensive alternatives to surgical options like liposuction. Many of these treatments can be used at home or in a beauty spa environment, and all have the advantages of non-invasive treatments.

If you are looking for home cellulite treatments then methods such as changing your diet, exercising more or using creams and body scrubs can be effective ways to start the cellulite removal process. If you want to be treated in a day spa then methods such as body wraps, sound waves or laser therapy are available.

One cellulite reduction treatment that you can do in your own home is a body scrub. Take some dry coffee and mix it together with a particular lotion. Massage the liquid into the problem areas. Many people don't realize that coffee has anti-cellulite properties. After several weeks of using this body scrub you will notice a difference to your skin.

Because cellulite is mainly due to excess fat, exercise can be an excellent way to lose all that cellulite you have. Don't neglect the weight training because more toned muscle will increase the calories that you burn throughout the day and also help you to provide a solid basis for your skin. You can do almost any exercise that increase muscle and burns fat like running, swimming or some sort of sport.

Dietary changes can also help the cellulite removal process. Try eating less fatty or sugary meals and increase your intake of fresh fruit and vegetables.

An effective treatment for cellulite is massage and it is possible to do this at home. Massage works by softening up the skin and fat, and making the dimples less obvious.

While it is possible to treat cellulite at home your local day spa will also have a range of treatment options available to you. These options can range into the half dozen depending on the beauty spa and the equipment they have.

A popular spa treatment involves using a Endermologie machine. The machine rolls over the cellulite to flatten and smooth the dimpled skin and to make the blood circulate the skin.

A non-invasive method is Acoustic Wave Therapy. During this method, sound waves are sent harmlessly through the skin and directed at the fat cells in the layer beneath.

Despite these techniques being effective, plastic surgery is still the best method to remove cellulite. It is a simple plastic surgery procedure and takes place by the surgeon insert a tube into underneath the skin and sucking the fat away. If you are interested in this technique you need to speak to a qualified surgeon. - 15485

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