Abstract
Cellulite is a skin condition in which the lumps and pimples are formed in the skin. It mainly appears on the abdomen, hips, thighs, and buttocks. This condition mainly occurs in women. Many people have the perception that Cellulite develops in only obese people but it is wrong. It mostly occurs in obese people but slim people may also get affected. The appearance of this condition makes the person embarrassed. Cellulite can be prevented and treated naturally with home remedies. Therefore, if someone has cellulite and want to get rid of this condition, then natural remedies can be the best of all the available options.
Introduction
Cellulite is a very common skin condition in which subcutaneous fat accumulates under the skin and lump and pimples start to appear on the skin surface. It is a physiologic condition and not the pathologic, thus, the exact cause is unknown. It possibly occurs due to metabolic, physiological, and structural changes of the connective tissues. Our diet and physical activity are also involved in the development of cellulite. Hormonal and genetic factors can also be responsible. Cellulite is more common in females than in males. Most females develop cellulite after puberty. Cellulite is believed to happen in 80–90% of post-adolescent females. (1)
Cellulite is a skin condition in which the lumps and pimples are formed in the skin. It mainly appears on abdomen, hips, thighs, and buttocks
Following are Some Most Effective Natural Remedies for Cellulite.
1. Coffee Scrub
Coffee is a very excellent exfoliant. It helps to improve blood circulation and excludes the dead skin cells. Thus, it helps in overcoming cellulite. You can mix coffee oil and coffee powder, make a paste (scrub) and apply it on thighs, buttocks or other affected areas. Leave it for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it. You can also add the coffee powder in your body lotion, apply it on the skin and rinse it with lukewarm water after 5 minutes. Do this for a minimum, two times a week for better results.
2. Dry Brushing
It is also a simple and easy way of getting relief from cellulite. Due to the problem of cellulite, abnormal stretch marks occur on the body, due to which women start to have the stretched skin and wrinkles on their body and start looking older than their actual age. Body brushing is very beneficial to avoid this problem.
3. Olive Oil
Olive oil is rich in nutrition. It supports proper blood circulation and promotes skin cells. You can massage with olive oil on affected areas till it gets absorbed. Try it daily for visible results.
4. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is also good for the skin as it removes the toxins accumulated in the skin. It also helps to improve blood circulation and reduce inflammation. Mixing an equal amount of water in apple vinegar and applying on the skin will help in Cellulite. Alternatively, it can also be taken orally with honey or water. It helps in reducing cellulite and also the weight.
5. Aloe Vera Moisturizer
Aloe Vera is one of the best natural moisturizers for the skin. You can apply Aloe Vera gel to the affected areas or on the whole body daily, it helps to reduce cellulite and make skin supple and soft. Use Aloe Vera gel daily and keep yourself away from cellulite.
6. Tomato Massage
Tomato contains the lycopene which prevents fat accumulation under the skin and its massage is very effective on cellulite. Grind a large tomato, add half teaspoon of lemon juice into it, massage it on the cellulite affected area for 15-20 minutes, and then rinse it.
7. Sea Salt Bath
Fill the bathtub with lukewarm water and add 3 cups of salt to it. Now soak your body for 15-25 minutes in this bathtub. This removes the toxins from the skin and reduces cellulite.
8. Protein Intake
A protein-rich diet is helpful to get rid of cellulite. Add protein-rich sources in your diet such as Legumes, Egg, Pulses, Low-fat dairy products, Milk and yogurt, etc.
9. Cayenne Pepper
Cayenne Pepper raises the temperature within the body and improves metabolism, digestive fires and burn calories. It will inhibit cellulite formation.
10. Coconut Oil, Coffee, and Salt
This is an effective home remedy for cellulite. Mix 6 tablespoons of coconut oil and 3 tablespoons of salt in 1 cup of coffee, scrub the affected areas with this paste before bathing, it will provide the great effects.
11. Do Regular Exercise
Regular exercise helps to burn fat and decrease cellulite appearance. Exercise improves blood circulation in the tissues. And while exercising, sweat flushes out the toxins from the body. Aerobic exercises are better to prevent this problem. You can prefer simple walking, running, and cycling.
12. Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are the best and effective foods that help to prevent and treat cellulite. These are free from fat and efficiently inhibit cellulite development. Apart from this, these are also a great source of antioxidants, which are required to inhibit free radicals and other toxic materials.
13. Drink Water
Everyone needs to stay hydrated to stay fit and healthy. Intake of a sufficient amount of water helps to eliminate toxins from the body, resulting, to get rid of cellulite. It also strengthens the immune system. Drink at least 8-10 glasses or 2 liters of water daily.
14. Stable Hormones
Hormonal imbalance is also one of the main causes of cellulite as well as most of the diseases. So, it becomes important to balance the hormones. A healthy lifestyle and a balanced diet can maintain this balance. Eat fresh fruits, vegetables, fish and lean meats. Proper sleep and water intake also help in maintaining the hormonal balance.
15. Try to Avoid the Intake of Sugar and Fat
Reduce sugar intake as sugar produces insulin in the body, which results in the accumulation of fat and cellulite. Also do not take saturated fat, it will create a problem in body detoxification as the saturated fat blocks the arteries and get accumulated into it.
Conclusion
The above information includes home remedies that help you get rid of cellulite naturally. You just have to improve your diet and lifestyle and adopt some common measures to prevent the formation of cellulite.
