Losing weight - by diet and exercise - Is probably the most beneficial treatment for cellulite. Loss of weight and muscle strengthening legs, thighs and buttocks can improve the appearance of uneven skin. Benefits of weight loss without other interventions are still limited. Although less noticeable cellulite will not disappear forever.
Perhaps the most promising medical treatments are laser and radiofrequency systems. Are available on the market two types of laser and light devices for safe and effective treatment of cellulite. One system uses a combination of tissue massage, radiofrequency and infrared light to treat cellulite. The second system combines tissue massage with a diode laser energy. Both systems offer improvements to the appearance of cellulite after several weeks of treatment (2 sessions per week). Results are temporary, beneficial effect lasts up to 6 months.
On many devices, products and creams are said to treat cellulite. But these assertions are not scientifically supported or are supported with little scientific data. If a treatment appears to be effective and improves skin appearance, most likely this effect is long lasting.
Here is a list of products which are advertised. Note that they have not been scientifically proven to be effective in treating cellulite:
- Liposuction. During this procedure, the surgeon inserted a thin tube under the skin through a tiny incision and then redraw adipocitele. Although liposuction can shape the body, it will not remove cellulite and cellulite can make it reappear in a worse shape.
- Vigorous massage. Some anti-cellulite treatments are based on the concept that increases blood flow vigorous massage, remove toxins and reduce excess fluid in areas frequently affected by cellulite. One method in particular, Endermologie, uses a hand passing through some roller skin. One can notice a slight improvement in skin appearance after this treatment, but effects are short term.
- Cellulite creams. These creams contain a number of ingredients, such as Vitamins, Mineral, Extracts and antioxidants and are placed on the market as cure for cellulite. But no study shows that these creams should be effective. In some cases, the ingredients of these creams can cause allergic reactions or rash..