Cellulite is fat that is deposited in pockets just below the
surface of the skin. It is a
term used to describe the dimply appearance of skin caused by fat deposits; it
generally appears on skin in the abdomen, lower limbs, and pelvic region. We all have
layers of fat in our bodies. However, when collagen fibers that connects fat to
the skin either stretches, breaks down, or pulls tight, allowing the fat cells
to bulge out, a rippled look of cellulite is created.
The causes
of cellulite include changes in metabolism, physiology, diet, others
include Hormones such as insulin, estrogen, thyroid hormones,
noradrenaline, and prolactin can cause cellulite, genes. There is also the
issue of diet – too much fat or carbohydrates can cause cellulite.
Lifestyle factors are also
inclusive such as the case where people
do not exercise and sit or stand in one position for long periods of time. clothing
can be another cause; underwear with tight elastic across the buttocks
(limiting blood flow) may influence the formation of cellulite.
Only a few
products in the market designed to eliminate cellulite are effective. The most common
are creams but only a few are effective. Even the few effective creams most
times temporarily constrict blood vessels at the surface of the skin to make
the appearance of cellulite temporarily less severe. However, blood vessel
constriction can be harmful to those with blood constriction problems, which
makes it usage, be with high caution.
Massage
treatments is another treatment with temporal effects. Several machines
have been introduced that massage the areas affected by cellulite, one example
of massage treatments is Endermologie, This
technique uses an electrically powered device that suctions, pulls, and
squeezes affected areas. The only problem with it is that regular treatments
are required which are expensive or else cellulites will return.
There is also the Laser or light treatments which
are one of the newest forms of cellulite banishment. Laser devices target the
fat beneath the skin, zapping it and effectively melting it. This breaks up the
fibrous bands of fat which cause dimpling and it also stimulates the production
of collagen. The only problem is that it is expensive and like Endermologie, these treatments require multiple treatment
sessions and maintenance treatments to keep up the improved appearance.
Collagenase is a naturally-occurring enzyme in the body that
breaks down collagen, a component of connective tissue (the tissues that bind
our cells together). A study in 2006 suggested that injections with this enzyme
may be beneficial in improving the appearance of cellulite. The long-term
effects of these injections are still unknown, and studies have not yet been
carried out to determine the extent and duration of the improvements.
Other cellulite treatments include methylxanthines which are a group of chemicals present in many
cellulite creams and are promoted as treatments for cellulite because of their
known ability to break down fat stores .Dietary supplements: these preparations have positive effects on
the body such as boosting metabolism, improving circulation, protecting against
cell damage, and breaking down fat and cellulite diets
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