Saturday, January 31, 2009

Ways to Reduce Cellulite Today

By Lara G Giddins

It is often stated that liposuction is the best way to remove cellulite from the body. While this may be the case, not everyone wants to have surgery to reduce their cellulite. This may be because they dislike the idea of something invasive or simply can't afford the procedure. Luckily, there are many alternative treatments available.

These treatments can include homemade body scrubs, diet and exercise changes, as well as spa treatments such as laser therapy, radio waves and body wraps. All have their advantages and disadvantages but can nonetheless provide an effective cellulite solution at a reasonable price.

For a homemade body scrub take some lotion or cream (such as moisturizer) and mix in some dry coffee. While it might sound unusual coffee (as well as seaweed) are the two most well known natural anti-cellulite substances that are easy to obtain. Massage a liberal amount of the lotion and coffee into the affected areas.

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.

Making changes to your diet can also have a major impact on the level of cellulite in your body. Examine the amount of fat and sugar that you eat everyday and work hard to reduce these levels over the coming weeks.

Massage is also a method to reduce cellulite. You can do this at home and it works by smoothing both the skin and fat. It is often considered at very effective way to treat the condition.

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 treatment that involves sound waves is Acoustic Wave Therapy. The sound waves are sent through the skin to help the fat beneath to be removed by the body.

While these treatments are all considered effective, plastic surgery can be an option to reduce cellulite. Liposuction is the procedure of choice and this involves sucking out the cellulite fat via a vacuum. This is probably the most effective cellulite treatment available currently. If you want to know more don't hesitate to visit your local plastic surgeon. - 15266

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