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The
Effect
Cellulite treatment involves aesthetic benefits such as:
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Cellulite reduction
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Reduction of body circumference
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Increase in skin tone
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Improvement of skin radiance
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Improvement in the appearance of scar tissue and burns
While
the general benefits are:
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Improvement in lymph flow
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Improvement of specific circulatory problems
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Muscle relaxation
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Relief of muscle aches and pains
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Prevention of pressure sores
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Burn rehabilitation
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Post-operative use
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The
Procedure
In
order for cellulite reduction to transpire, these factors
must be attained one or the other. First, the fat cells in
the subterraneous layer of fat should minimize
considerably. Second, the fat cells should split from each
other and have enough space between them for appropriate
lymphatic drainage to take place. The body’s ability to
drain unnecessary toxins and lymphatic waste from the body
must progress, diminishing superfluous swelling in those
areas of the body. Third, the connective tissues must
extend and be elongated, thus developing skin tone and
elasticity. Lastly, hormonal conditions must discontinue
fluctuating and stabilize, attaining a better hormonal
balance.
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Best
Candidates
Cellulite may appear on anyone, although it is mainly women
who acquire it. More often than not, cellulite begins to
appear in girls at the age of 14 and, on average, escalate
with age. It is frequently found on thighs, buttocks, and
even the abdominal region. About 95% of women say that they
have some degree of cellulite. Cellulite often develops in
post-natal women and those who take birth control pills
since the waste system cannot get rid of the massive flow of
estrogen in the body. Cellulite can build up after a
traumatic injury if the circulatory system has been
disturbed. An inactive lifestyle may also cause a dimpling
of the skin due to a hardening of the connective tissue.
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Treatments
Below
are a number of treatments that offer cellulite reduction:
Creams
- A lot of rub-on creams consist of caffeine, which,
according to experts, tighten blood vessels and draw
moisture out of the skin, resulting in a temporary
tightening effect. A few months may have to pass for creams
to work, but these are the cheapest alternative.
Suction Slimmers (Endermologie)
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Mechanical massage devices include a vacuum hose and two
rollers, which lift and knead the skin. Similar to any
other deep massage, the treatment can be fairly painful,
depending on the level of suction.
Body wraps
- Ingredients like seaweed extracts that penetrate more
thoroughly because of the spa wrap's warmth and compression
should be employed.
Shock treatments
- Developed in 1979, Ionithermie, or shock treatment, joins
thermal clay and biologically active ingredients on the skin
with electrical stimuli on the skin.
Injections
- Restylane injections are FDA-approved for facial use.
Several doctors make use of them off-label to plump out
cellulite on the buttocks and thighs. This proves
successful for deep dimples, though very painful, costly,
and only works for a few months.
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Side Effects
From time to time, liposuction patients experience severe
pain, swelling and bruising during the one-to-four-week
recovery period. And since cellulite is brought about by
connective fibers, it is not affected by the removal of
excess fat. Your thighs will be slimmer, but perhaps not
smoother.
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Recovery Time
There is
no pain and no recovery time in Endermologie. In addition to
enhanced cellulite, you may observe an improvement in body
contour and skin tone.
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Q: What
is cellulite?
A:
Cellulite is the dimpling skin that seems like orange peel
or cottage cheese. It is the buildup of fat, fluids and
toxins that have been trapped deep in the skin below the
epidermal layer. The dimpling effect is brought about by
the thickening and hardening of the connective tissue that
protects and cushions your muscles and organs.
Q: What
causes cellulite?
A:
The following are some factors why we get cellulite: stress,
tension, poor diet, hormones, lack of exercise, hereditary
factors and insufficient water intake.
Q: What
is Velasmooth?
A:
VelaSmooth is a pain-free, non-permanent and non-surgical
alternative for individuals longing to reduce the appearance
of their cellulite. Velasmooth incorporates radiofrequency (RF)
energy, infrared light, suction, and massage to enhance
blood flow and push fat cells back into the fat layer where
they would not reveal through the skin. While the light
energy pre-heats the treatment area, gentle suction
facilitates radio frequency energy penetrate into the fat
tissue - redistributing and increasing a person’s metabolic
level. Not only that VelaSmooth redesigns and eliminates
the appearance of cellulite, but it also develops lymphatic
circulation to promote better overall blood flow.
Q: What
is Endermologie?
A:
Endermologie was the primary treatment approved by the FDA
to permit the claim of “temporary reduction of cellulite.”
It is a massage machine with two rollers and a gentle
suction action that when rolled over the top layer of fat
makes a fold. This folding action extends the connective
tissue and results in the lessening of cellulite and body
measurements. FDA approved claims that involved
Endermologie treatments that included temporary reduction of
cellulite, reduced body measurements, increased circulation,
relief of muscular pain and reduction of muscle spasms.
Q:
Does Endermologie replace the need for liposuction?
A:
While liposuction does not lessen the manifestation of
cellulite, the converse is true for Endermologie.
Liposuction can actually result in loose skin, which will
add to the appearance of cellulite that it does not take
out. Liposuction mostly attacks the middle layer of fat,
sucking out fat cells but leaving the top layer of skin
still dimpled and full of cellulite. On the contrary,
Endermologie will directly attack the dimpled top layer of
skin, breaking up the congested lymphatic flow, which
supports the appearance of cellulite.
Q: How
helpful is liposuction to get rid of cellulite?
A: Liposuction is a treatment wherein fat cells are surgically
eliminated. Numerous people think that liposuction will
diminish cellulite. Liposuction does not get rid of fat
from the areas where cellulite lies; hence, it does not get
rid of cellulite. In reality, because liposuction leaves
lax skin, cellulite can be more apparent than before.
Q: What
about cellulite cream and cellulite lotion?
A:
Generally, the cellulite creams are spread over topically,
directly on the individual’s skin, temporarily providing the
illusion for a few hours that the skin holds a smoother,
less dimpled appearance. In that way, if you stop employing
the cream, the bumpy, unsightly cellulite will return.
Compared with some of the other possible treatments, topical
creams are a rather economical choice. On the other hand,
these creams are usually 3 to 4 times over the price of a
regular moisturizer. If you prefer to go for this option,
it is usually suggested to apply the cream at nighttime when
your skin is more permeable and will more likely stimulate
any active to be able to achieve the best outcome from your
cellulite cream.
Q: What
are body wraps?
A:
Body wrapping is employed to evidently help in mending a
wide-range of skin problems like toning and tightening,
circulation, muscle and joint pain, acne, and disintegrating
fat so that it can be organically expelled from the body.
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