How to Get Rid of Cellulite

Everyone has layers of fat beneath the skin, so even thin individuals can have cellulite. Collagen fibres that connect fat to the skin may stretch, break down, or tighten, allowing fat cells to bulge out.

Your genes may play a part in whether or not you have cellulite. Other factors that may contribute include:

• Sex and race/ethnicity
• How your body burns energy
• Hormonal changes
• Dehydration

Cellulite is not harmful to your health. Most health care providers consider cellulite a normal condition for many women and some men.

There are three categories of cellulite:

• Hard cellulite : The skin is firm and can be painful when touched.
• Soft cellulite : The skin has a spongey appearance is not painful when touched
• Edematous cellulite : This is among the most complex types of cellulite to treat. This is caused by poor circulation and is aggravated by fluid retention.

Who does cellulite mostly affect?

Cellulite can affect people of any age, but it becomes more common as we age. It is more prevalent in women than men. It is estimated that between 80-90% of women experience cellulite at some point in their lives. Hormonal factors, genetics, lifestyle, and diet may all contribute to the development of cellulite.

How can you recognise the signs of cellulite?

Cellulite is characterised by dimpled and lumpy areas of skin. It typically occurs in areas with underlying fat deposits, such as the thighs, hips, buttocks, and abdomen. The severity of the cellulite determines whether it is visible all the time or only when pinching the skin.

Bioactive collagen peptides

You may already be sceptical of the promises that supplement manufacturers make about quick fixes for your body.

However, a 2015 study found improvements in cellulite in women who took bioactive collagen peptides.

Participants took a daily oral supplement for six months. Overall, there was a noted decrease in cellulite on their thighs. Improvement was seen in both women with moderate and higher weight, but those with a moderate weight saw the most improvement.

While the results are interesting, more studies are needed to confirm any supplement’s role in cellulite improvement.

Drink more water

Drinking water is another low cost option that may help with cellulite. Not only does it keep you hydrated, but water also helps encourage circulation and lymphatic flow.

 

Weight loss

Weight loss may also help some people with overweight and obesity reduce cellulite. Losing excess body fat may naturally reduce the appearance of cellulite.

But keep in mind that anyone, at any weight, can have cellulite. It’s not restricted to just those with overweight or obesity.

If you do want to lose weight or tone your muscles, you may find that eating a balanced diet and getting regular exercise can help reduce cellulite on your thighs. Consider some of the exercises below.

Lifestyle changes are your best bet

There’s no way to prevent cellulite. It’s a very common condition. The chances of cellulite developing increase with age and certain lifestyle factors.

Although you can’t control your age, you can make some changes to your lifestyle that may help reduce the amount of cellulite on your thighs. These changes can include things like regular exercise and a balanced diet.

Talk with a dermatologist if you’re interested in professional procedures to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Some treatments, such as laser therapy, may help but won’t fully erase cellulite on your thighs.

If you don’t already have a dermatologist, the Healthline FindCare tool can help you find one in your area.

Also important: Know that results from any remedy or procedure aren’t permanent. You’ll likely have to repeat the process to continually reduce the appearance of thigh cellulite.