Overview
Fat globules within your skin are called cellulite. It is a combination of water trapped in connective tissue, cellular waste matter and fat globules. Cellulite is a common cosmetic problem that can start in the adolescence years and mostly affects women. It makes your skin look like cottage cheese and can appear around your arms, legs, stomach, thighs and buttocks. Cellulite is not dangerous. However, it can make you feel self-conscious about your skin. Fortunately, there are methods you can apply to help eliminate cellulite.
Step 1
Get noninvasive skin-tightening techniques such as unipolar volumetric radiofrequency to eliminate cellulite. According to dermatologist Dr. David Goldberg, unipolar volumetric radiofrequency is safe and produces a mild skin tightening effect. It can tighten most areas of your body, including your face, neck, arms, abdomen and thighs.
Step 2
Apply a high quality anti-cellulite serum or cream to diminish the appearance of cellulite. There are innumerable anti-cellulite products to choose from at your local pharmacy or health food store. These products work by smoothing and lifting the top layer of your skin to tighten skin and. Anti-cellulite creams will only diminish the appearance of the cellulite, not permanently eliminate it. Additionally, they take 3 to 4 months to work, and the effects last only as long as the cream is being used. Consult the pharmacist at the pharmacy to find out which is anti-cellulite product is best for your skin type.
Step 3
Consult a cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist and undergo mesotherapy. This painless, non durgical technique involves injecting small amounts of vitamins, antioxidants and minerals under the affected skin to dissolve the cellulite while improving blood circulation lymphatic and venous drainage. Mesotherapy is a safe procedure when performed by a well-trained dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon. It will take about 10 to 20 treatment sessions before you can see the effects of the therapy.
