At least 90% of women have cellulite in their lives, and it can be a stubborn and persistent problem. Is there a cure?

Is there a cure for cellulite?

Cellulite is generally the result of poor circulation, excess weight in the affected area, and water retention that weakens the connective tissues beneath the outer layer of the skin, producing a dimpling or “orange peel” effect.

There is no set cure for the condition, and although cellulite is certainly connected with excess weight, thin people also deal with the problem. Why do more women appear to have cellulite than men? Only because a woman’s skin is thinner, so the problem is more visible.

From our research, and intuition as well, cellulite should be treated in two ways–directly on the affected skin, and internally. While topical creams and various methods of massaging affected areas can help, the best results, albeit long-term ones, come from combining topical treatments with making simple dietary changes and taking certain vitamins.

The simplest and first step that should be taken is increasing your consumption of water. Recent studies have even shown that drinking a liter of water a day burns calories.

Cut down on caffeine and try to quit smoking if necessary.

Before using a cellulite cream or other treatment, get your hands on a body brush and use it. Massage your skin with the body brush gently and in motions towards your heart.

Common ingredients in anti-cellulite creams are green tea extract, emu oil, seaweed extract, grapefruit oils, and caffeine. With the exception of caffeine, many of these ingredients also work internally as well. Drinking green tea, eating seaweed, and getting plenty of vitamin C from citrus fruits all contribute to reducing cellulite over time.

Coffee is one of the most effective ingredients for temporary firming, as it acts as a diuretic. Visible results can be seen by using a coffee ground wrap a couple times a week. Yes, it needs to be done two or more times a week simply because the effects of all cellulite treatments are temporary. In other words, there is no known permanent cure.

Coffee grounds anti-cellulite wrap instructions:

Combine about 1/4 to 1/2 cup freshly brewed, still warm coffee grounds with a small amount of olive oil, emu oil, or an egg white (this will keep the grounds together) in a bowl. In the bathroom (the process is messy), or even standing in the shower), apply the coffee grounds mixture on the affected areas, and then wrap the area with plastic wrap (like Saran Wrap or similar). Keep this wrap on for at least 5-10 minutes, but preferably longer. Then, wash off. Coffee grounds not only help firm skin, they are also an excellent skin exfoliator, so as you are showering the coffee off your body, gently rub the skin.

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