Last week I sent out an email discussing what cellulite is and how to treat it as discussed in an article by Len Kravtiz, PhD. Today I will answer some of the questions that you submitted.
There are two types of cellulite. The first affects almost all women and is from compression. The second and the one people normally refer to when they want it treated has the appearance of a “mattress” or “orange peel”.
Thin women can also get cellulite since it is due to the structures just beneath the skin and not necessarily the overall amount of adipose tissue.
Cellulite gets worse the older you get because there is more laxity of the skin and underlying connective tissue. Also, increased body fat from a number of reasons will contribute.
Some people are affected more than others because of the variation in skin anatomy. Genetics has a lot to do with this.
(Did You Know? Liposuction is designed to improve contours and bulges putting the area in better harmony with its surroundings. It does NOT help cellulite.)
Again, the only effective way to improve cellulite is through diet and exercise. Muscle strengthening through squats, lunges, and other specific leg exercises help. Dieting obviously helps to reduce body fat and so does calorie burning exercise.