According to the article Cellulite and its Treatment, published in the February 2006 edition of the "International Journal of Cosmetic Science," cellulite presents as "orange peels" on the thighs, buttocks, belly or upper arms, and is not limited to overweight women. Cellulite rests in the subcutaneous layer of the skin, the layer beneath the epidermis, and there are several approaches that can improve the appearance of cellulite.
Step 1
Exercise and lose weight. The Mayo Clinic states that a healthy diet and regular exercise is the best treatment for cellulite in the long run. This includes aerobic exercise, increased water intake, elimination of white sugar and processed foods, and no smoking.
Step 2
Perform dry skin brushing. Howard Murad, M.D., author of the book "The Cellulite Solution," includes dry skin brushing as part of his attack on cellulite. Dry skin brushing should be performed daily with a vegetable-fiber bristle brush for about 10 minutes. Take long strokes up the legs, arms, trunk and buttocks, being sure not to press too firmly, avoiding the face and chest.
Step 3
Get a massage. Dr. A.V. Rawlings, author of the previously mentioned Cellulite and its Treatment, says that a vigorous massage removes fluids held between skin cells and increases lymphatic drainage, two things that can reduce cellulite.
Tips and Warnings
- For more aggressive treatment options, talk to your doctor about lasers and radiofrequency therapies. According to the Mayo Clinic, both approaches can reduce the appearance of cellulite after several bi-weekly treatments, and the results may last up to six months.
- Liposuction won't remove cellulite, states the Mayo Clinic, and may actually make the cellulite appear worse.
Things You'll Need
- Vegetable-fiber bristle brush
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