No matter what your size or weight, you can still have cellulite and lumpy skin, says dermatologist Ranella Hirsch. This common condition results from deposits of fat beneath your skin's surface, which give your skin a bumpy appearance. Cellulite can show up on your thighs, hips, buttocks, upper arms and stomach. Expensive laser treatments exist to reduce the appearance of cellulite, but the Mayo Clinic notes that the results are temporary. While no over-the-counter products can permanently banish cellulite, you can lessen the appearance and severity of the condition with the right skin care regimen.
Step 1
Exfoliate your skin before applying any cellulite creams. This will get rid of dead skin cells, even-out your skin's texture, and increase the effectiveness of your cellulite treatment. Cosmopolitan suggests using a creamy scrub, particularly if you have sensitive skin. A gentle product will lessen the chances of skin irritation and still give you the benefits of exfoliation. Wet your body and apply the scrub in a circular motion, concentrating on the areas where you have cellulite. Rinse it off thoroughly.
Step 2
In the morning, apply a gel that contains caffeine. Allure suggests using Clarins High Definition Body Lift, which promises to firm and smooth out skin, as well as helping to release fat deposits and increase circulation. In addition to caffeine, this gel contains botanical extracts and other ingredients to maximize your skin's absorption of the product and the release of any trapped fluids or fatty tissue. Massage the cream into the affected areas using an upward motion. Cosmopolitan notes that this action helps get rid of the fluid buildup that can worsen the appearance of cellulite. Dr. Hirsch states that while the results will only last a few hours, these creams do minimize the appearance of cellulite.
Step 3
At night, apply a cream that contains retinol. This ingredient works to increase your skin's collagen production, which will help even-out your skin's texture. Over time, it will also help fill in the dimples caused by cellulite. Allure recommends using Vaseline Renewal Age Redefining Body Lotion. This lotion contains both collagen and retinol to speed up cell renewal, while also working to moisturize and brighten your skin, and it promises to make your skin look smoother and younger. Use an upward massaging motion to apply this lotion to the affected areas as well.
Tips and Warnings
- Apply sunscreen every day. Retinol can make your skin more sensitive to UV rays and more prone to sunburn and environmental damage.
Things You'll Need
- Exfoliating scrub
- Caffeine gel
- Retinol cream
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