While it’s not painful or dangerous, the appearance of cellulite on the body can be quite an annoyance. There are no definitive causes of cellulite, but luckily, there are measures you can take to reduce its severity. This means you can leave the house feeling confident in how you look without the dimpled appearance of cellulite weighing you down!
Let’s explore some of the ways you can reduce the presence and look of cellulite, as well as some of the incredible methods professionals use to treat it at their clinics.
If you want to know more about how cellulite can be treated, it’s important to know exactly what this condition is and how it forms.
According to The Australian College Of Dermatologists, cellulite is the skin dimpling and lumpiness on the skin surface of the thighs, buttocks and abdomen. It is often called cottage cheese skin or orange-peel skin due to its similar appearance to these foods, and while most commonly seen in women, some men can also have cellulite.
It usually appears after puberty, and while we don’t know exactly what causes cellulite, its timing of appearance leads many to believe that high levels of oestrogen may be involved. Other factors, such as your ethnicity, diet, lifestyle, hormones, genetics, and if you’re pregnant, can also affect the likelihood of cellulite appearing.
Cellulite tends to be caused when fat deposits beneath your skin push up against the lattice-like connective tissue above it that is underneath the skin, creating a dimpled, net-like effect that can become more visible when the area is pinched or when you sit down.
There are numerous methods for treating cellulite available, but many have not been clinically tested and are ineffective for most people. The ones below have been observed to work for most, and we encourage you to consider all your options before choosing the best way to improve the appearance of your own cellulite.
Before going to see an expert, there are a few things you can try to lessen the appearance of cellulite in your own home.
Losing weight won’t necessarily remove the fat that contributes to cellulite, but building muscle can help! By toning and growing muscles in the areas where you have cellulite, such as the thighs, buttocks and stomach, you can significantly minimise the appearance of cellulite.
This is because larger muscles will push against the surface of the skin, causing the cellulite to flatten and the dimpled effect to lessen. Not only will the appearance of your cellulite be lessened, but you’ll also have stronger muscles that will make exercising and daily life easier and more enjoyable!
Because cellulite tends to appear around the lower body, strength training exercises like squats, lunges and bridges are recommended to build muscles in these areas. Adding extras to each exercise, such as jumps and weights, can help you build muscle more effectively.
Bimini Body specialises in muscle growth and toning. StimSure is the latest non-invasive muscle stimulation treatment which uses state-of-the-art electromagnetic technology to stimulate muscle contractions in the treatment area the same way that your body would during normal activity and exercise. This can give you the sculpted, shredded and defined look you have always wanted!
Even though the appearance of cellulite isn’t always related to how much excess body fat you carry, losing some excess fat can still help lessen its appearance. And the best way to do this is to eat healthier.
This doesn’t mean you have to skip meals, count calories or restrict yourself to very specific food groups. Instead, try to choose whole, unprocessed foods for your meals and focus on fuelling your body with quality nutrients and water. Whole foods tend to have less processed ingredients and can fuel your body more effectively, giving you more energy and encouraging your body to burn the fuel it already has (your fat stores) rather than adding to them.
Not only can losing excess body fat through a healthy diet reduce the appearance of cellulite, but it can also improve your skin, hair and nails, making you look and feel more beautiful!
While this is only a temporary solution, dry brushing, which involves using a stiff-bristled brush to gently brush along your skin, can help temporarily decrease the severity of cellulite for some people.
This is because brushing your skin with a stiff brush encourages blood to rush to the area, plumping the skin and causing the cellulite dimples to decrease in size. It’s only a temporary fix, but still worth it if you’d like a quick boost before going out.
If dry brushing doesn’t help with your cellulite, it’s also great for exfoliating your skin! This will remove dead skin cells, help prevent ingrown hairs and make your skin feel super smooth. It’s a great little addition to your beauty routine, and you should try it before showering.
If you want effective cellulite treatment, it’s best to visit the professionals. Expert clinicians will have a variety of cellulite-removal processes at their fingertips: here are some to look out for.
Do you want expert cellulite removal in Brighton, Kew or Albert Park? Visit Bimini Body and let our team assist you in achieving your body goals!
Wood therapy massage can help reduce the appearance of cellulite through several key mechanisms. First, it increases circulation to the affected areas, improving skin tone and texture. The massage techniques also promote lymphatic drainage, which helps eliminate toxins and excess fluid that can contribute to cellulite.
Additionally, the pressure applied during the session stretches out the dimples of your cellulite and minimises their appearance. Unfortunately, pure massage cannot ‘break down’ fat cells no matter how hard you press, so it’s not a permanent fix to cellulite on its own.
As a temporary fix, a professional wood therapy massage is a great place to start! Techniques like dry cupping and types of massage like endermologie are particularly effective. When combined with other cellulite removal treatments, mechanical massage can also be a very effective permanent solution. Contact Bimini Body to book your wood therapy massage session today!
This medical technology uses high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) on areas like the stomach, thighs, and hips to destroy fat cells by penetrating the skin and heating them so they break down while also stimulating the production of collagen. The fat cells are then carried away by your lymphatic system, which can be enhanced by a wood therapy massage post treatment.
This technology doesn’t target muscle or skin cells, so you don’t need to worry about anything other than fat cells being broken down. It is a safe, non-invasive procedure that only creates a small amount of discomfort for patients.
Radiofrequency energy can be used to heat layers of skin deep in the body, which can contract the collagen fibres and make your skin look tighter and more youthful. Tighter skin will be less inclined to dimple from cellulite.
This is particularly effective when combined with ultrasound technology in the same treatment. This is seen in the cutting-edge Accent Prime medical devices, which combine radiofrequency and ultrasound technologies into one treatment that smooths and tightens skin and reduces cellulite.
If you’ve decided you want effective and pain-free cellulite treatment, then you’ll need to visit a specialist clinic like Bimini Body.
As experts in body contouring in Melbourne, we are proud to use Lipocel Cel and Accent Prime technologies in our cellulite reduction treatments to provide our clients with visible and effective results.
You can make an appointment by calling us on 0459 809 841 or using our online request form to leave us a message. We offer a wide range of services to help make you feel more comfortable and confident in your skin, and our team is excited to meet you and help you on your beauty and health journey!
