Cellulite, referred to by some as cottage cheese, can appear anywhere on your body. However, it is a common appearance on the thighs, buttocks and stomach area. Many different factors may lead to cellulite such as your weight, gender and your genes. Lemongrass oil may be used as an alternative treatment to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
Identification
Lemongrass oil is native in the West Indian and East Indian regions and is derived from the fresh or dehydrated leaves and stems of the plant. According to Herbs2000, lemongrass oil is yellowish in color and has an aroma similar to that of lemons, grass or citrus. Lemongrass oil has many health benefits and may be used for preventing muscle aches, healing the skin, pain reducer and may help reduce cellulite. In addition, lemongrass may help those suffering from hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating.
Causes
Cellulite is more common among women than men. According to MayoClinic.com, cellulite is caused by fat cells accumulating and pushing up against your skin while the long fibrous connective cords that connect your skin to underlying muscles pull down. This is how the dimpled, uneven surface is created. Weight gain, genetics, poor dieting and age may all contribute to the development of cellulite.
Treatment
Lemongrass oil may be used as an alternative treatment for cellulite. According to Donna Gates, a nutritional consultant of BodyEcology.com, one option of using lemongrass oil is mixing two drops of lemongrass oil with 1 oz. of your favorite unrefined oil and then smoothing it over your skin as anti-cellulite oil. When used as massage oil, this mixture may help to reduce cellulite.
Prevention
According to MayoClinic.com, cellulite is not preventable; however, maintaining a healthy diet in addition to strengthening your muscles with regular exercise and keeping off excess pounds may help in maintaining your skin texture and tone.
Warning
If taken orally, pure lemongrass may be life threatening if taken in excessive amounts. Always consult with your physician prior to self-treating any health or skin condition. Lemongrass oil is not recommended for women that are pregnant or breastfeeding. In addition, herbal remedies should not be used on children unless otherwise advised by a qualified physician. According to Herbs2000, lemongrass may sensitize the skin of some people that are susceptible to allergic reactions.
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