Don't Be Ashamed Regular exercise, massage by an experienced masseur and keeping the weight under control, do help a lot though. But remember it's a pretty common phenomenon and you need not be ashamed of yourself for this.
In fact, most men cannot even “see” your cellulite, as they can't “see” your new haircut, dress etc.
Cellulite is a very common, harmless skin condition that causes lumpy, dimpled flesh on the thighs, hips, buttocks and abdomen. The condition is most prevalent in women.
Cellulite makes the skin look dimpled, rippled or uneven in texture, and is due to fat tissue pushing against the connective tissue beneath your skin. Mayo Clinic also highlights that it's not only very common - it's also totally harmless.
A combination of exercise, diet and treatments can reduce the appearance of cellulite. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has also approved several treatments for cellulite, including Cellfina®, Cellulaze® and Qwo®. These can improve the appearance of dimples on your skin.
Exercise alone won't get rid of cellulite, experts say. But it can help, along with diet and boosting circulation.
Losing weight and strengthening the muscles in the legs, buttocks and abdomen may make cellulite less noticeable in those areas, but it won't go away altogether. That is because once a fat cell develops, it is yours for life.
Cellulite is a common complex cosmetic problem for many post-adolescent women. It mainly affects the buttocks and thighs, although other areas of the body, such as the abdomen, may also be affected. It has been deemed unattractive and undesired by many as it gives the skin an orange-peel-like, dimpled appearance.
Cellulite is more prevalent in people who have excess fat, but slim and fit people can have it too. It is more likely to happen after the age of 25 years, but it can affect younger people as well, including teenagers.
Most celebrities retouch / photoshop their cellulite. The fact is that even paparazzi pictures are retouched (contrary to popular belief, the paparazzo-celebrity relationship it's a two-way relationship). Many also use body makeup to cover cellulite in official shots.
Most of the contributing factors of cellulite are things you can't control, including skin structure, hormones, genetics, and age. However, weight changes, poor nutrition, dehydration, lack of muscle tone, smoking, and poor skin health are factors you have some control over and may worsen cellulite.
Of course some of them do. You may not see it, because they use body makeup or photoshop/retouching apps, but many models do have cellulite and skin laxity. Most fashion models tend to belong to the 'young and slim' demographic, but as I explained above this doesn't stop someone from developing cellulite.
Squats and other exercises to smooth your skin
Exercise is an important part of getting rid of cellulite, but you can't just rely on a heavy cardio routine. Squats, deadlifts, and other muscle-building exercises will help you replace some of that fat with muscle, smoothing your skin and diminishing the dimpled effect.
Cellulite is most common in women, and can be influenced by genetics, hormonal changes, a poor diet and inactivity, and it doesn't matter if you're overweight or not. Yes, 'skinny' people can have cellulite too.
“Contrary to popular belief, cellulite is not a weight issue,” Dendy Engelman, M.D., of Manhattan Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery, previously told Women's Health. “Even very thin people can have cellulite and it is considered normal from a medical standpoint to have some.”
Lipedema and cellulite are both distinct skin conditions that can pose similar skin alterations, such as dimples and unevenness. However, there is a stark difference between cellulite and lipedema. Lipedema is a medical condition that can result in pain, bruising, and swelling.
Distribution of Fat
And because women naturally have thinner skin than men do and tend to store fat on their thighs and buttocks, women are more likely to suffer from cellulite.
It's a condition that affects 90 percent of women and 10 percent of men, mostly in industrial nations. As women start approaching menopause, estrogen starts decreasing. From 25 to 35 is when you start seeing the appearance of cellulite. Estrogen has an impact on the blood vessels.
When these fat cells are depleted, there is less pressure. However, losing weight can sometimes make the appearance of cellulite worse. Lose skin, which often accompanies weight loss, can make cellulite more noticeable.
Cellulite is a relatively modern medical condition, but because of this, we understand better than ever how to prevent and treat cellulite.
Whether you're thick or thin, bad eating habits can cause cellulite. Diets high in fat create more fat cells. Too much sugar expands fat cells because it gets deposited there. Too much salt can make the appearance of cellulite worse because it causes you to retain fluids.
There's no way to completely eliminate cellulite. Some treatments are available that may reduce its appearance, though. To achieve the best results, work with a reputable health care provider to decide which therapies may be right for you.