Cellulite --- the dimple-like texture on areas of the body prone to fat --- occurs when fat is closer to the surface of the skin and manifests in the skin's texture. The makers of any number of creams, pills, body wraps and other products may claim to get rid of thigh cellulite for smoother looking skin, but the truth is that very few, if any, products can get rid of thigh cellulite.
Diet
Cellulite is the result of fat deposits close to the surface of the skin, so one of the most effective ways to get rid of cellulite is through weight loss. Altering your diet so that you consume less calories than you burn throughout the day can help your body burn some of those excess fat deposits so you see a noticeable difference in the appearance of your thighs. Talk to your doctor before you begin a new diet program, and rely on healthy modes of weight loss, like eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, suggests Medline Plus, rather than relying on fad diets and quick fixes that will fail in the long run.
Exercise and Toning
As you age, you're more likely to experience cellulite. This is because your skin loses its natural elasticity and begins to sag, revealing more dimples and wrinkling along the thighs. By completing daily toning exercises, you can keep the skin on your thighs taut and smooth, along with your efforts in consuming a healthier diet for weight loss. Consider exercises like squats and lunges, which target your thighs and tighten the muscles under the skin to diminish the appearance of cellulite. Combine your strength training with aerobic exercise to burn excess fat to multiply your efforts and benefits, suggests KidsHealth.org, a division of the Nemours Foundation.
Massage
Massaging your thighs and other areas where you see cellulite can help temporarily reduce the appearance of cellulite. A method known as Endermologie uses a machine called an ES1 therapeutic massager, which lifts the skin with suction as it smooths the skin with rollers. Done by an esthetician at a spa or wellness center, Endermologie may give you results, but the results are typically short-lived and Endermologie is not considered a permanent solution for cellulite, notes MayoClinic.com.
Reconstructive Surgery
A trip to the plastic surgeon can help give you a better idea of the treatment options available for cellulite on large areas of the body, like the thighs. While liposuction can make your cellulite worse, other body contouring and tucking may be a better option for your particular type and location of cellulite. Reconstructive procedures must always be done by a licensed plastic surgeon, and should never be taken lightly. You should talk at length about your options, since some procedures that are recommended to banish thigh cellulite can actually cause the adverse effect and worsen your condition, warns a report published in a 2005 issue of "Proceedings of SPIE."
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