Conquering Cellulite
Table of Contents
Introduction To Cellulite
What Is Cellulite?
Cures & Treatments
Drugs or Cosmetics?
Topical Treatment
Body Wrapping
Electric Muscle Stimulation
Liposuction
Glossary
Resources
Introduction To Cellulite
In our never ending search for the illusive “Fountain of Youth,” nothing strikes
a chord like the term “cellulite.” Interestingly, the term “cellulite” was first
introduced to us by a fashion magazine. That fact is sufficient to generate
speculation among opposing sides to this controversial subject.
What we endeavor to present
here is an overview of the facts surrounding “cellulite” with an eye toward
education. We make no recommendations nor endorsements as to the efficacy of any
products that may be mentioned, nor do we recommend or endorse any particular
treatments that we might discuss.
We hope to present the pros
and cons of the arguments and allow you to make your own determination and
course of action.
It is interesting to note that nearly two decades ago, The Journal of the
American Medical Association (JAMA) stated that "there is no medical condition
known or described as cellulite in this country.”
Because there is no
official medical term for the conditions, does that mean that there can be a
“cure?” Apparently so, as evidenced by the thousands of products and procedures
available to combat the condition.
What Is Cellulite?
Cellulite is a term that is
used to describe fat deposits under the skin that outwardly give the skin a
dimpled, or orange-peel like appearance. Cellulite is most often seen in women
because the fat is arranged in large chambers separated by columns of collagen
fibers.
Fibrous strands of tissue
connect your skin to deeper tissue layers, creating compartments of ordinary fat
cells. When the fat cells increase in size, the compartments bulge and produce
the dimpling appearance on your skin.
In overweight people excess
fat is stuffed in these compartments causing them to bulge out. On the surface
of the skin the bulging provides the dimply appearance of cellulite, especially
in areas such as the hips, buttocks or thighs.
Oddly enough, cellulite is
predetermined by genetics so even thin women can develop the appearance. Factors
such as hormones, pregnancy, and aging may all attribute to the weakening of the
collagen fibers to give the cellulite appearance.
Even people diagonosed as
the “morbidly obese” are not necessarily genetically pre-disposed to cellulite
and may display no symptoms at all.
It is important to note
that even though it is unsightly, cellulite is normal for many women and some
men as well. The dimpling appears to be less obvious when the subject has
thicker skin which further enforces the genetic predisposition. As the body
ages, the skin becomes thinner and there is nothing that can be done for that
natural aging process.
Cures –& Treatment
Options
If our research indicates
that cellulite is not recognized as a disease, is there no such thing as a
“cure?” We aren’t here to make that determination. That is something the reader
should pursue for him or herself. Whether there is or is not a “cure,” there are
various methods of treatment and we will endeavor to review them for you with an
eye toward “Conquering Cellulite.”
All you need to do is begin
a search for information about cellulite and you will find yourself bombarded
with commercial messages. There are hundreds of sources all claiming to reduce
or eliminate the ravages of cellulite, and “for only $xxxxx you too can rid
yourself of this condition.”
The most widely advertised
methods we have found are topical creams and/or ointments, body wrapping,
electronic muscle stimulation and liposuction. Let’s review them beginning with
topicals.
To be continued
Health News:
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Conquering cellulite - The Fit List - msnbc.com
By Kathy Kaehler Concerned about cellulite? You're not alone. An estimated 90 percent of women have cellulite, the bumpy "cottage cheese" that shows up on the thighs and ...
Action News Extra: Tone Down Cellulite With These Simple Exercises ...
Most women dont like cellulite, yet more and more seem to be getting it. But why don't men get it as much?
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Work it! Beach bodies don't come easy - Smart Fitness- msnbc.com
What's the best way to conquer cellulite? Or firm up flab after weight loss? How can a guy get a chest he's proud to show off poolside? Smart Fitness answers your workout queries.
Cojo: Jeans that will melt your fat and more? - Fashion & Beauty ...
Style guru Steven Cojocaru shares a look at cellulite-busting jeans, Catwoman-inspired clothes and other must-haves for the celeb set. ... Cojo: Jeans that will melt your fat and ...
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cellulite - Google News
cellulite - Google News
The Results are In: Dermitge Cellulite Control Kit Produces ... - PR Web (pr...
The Results are In: Dermitge Cellulite Control Kit Produces ...
PR Web (press release), WA - 7 hours ago
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- The recent launch of the Dermitge Cellulite Control System has proven a huge success. ...
Reduce Cellulite with Body Wraps - Corsavoo.com
Reduce Cellulite with Body Wraps
Corsavoo.com, France - 4 hours ago
Cellulites appear when the fatty cells within the innermost layer of the skin are bonded or trapped together, creating that ?dimpled? look on the affected ...
Cole blasts Coyle cellulite reports - Digital Spy
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Cole blasts Coyle cellulite reports
Digital Spy, UK - 18 hours ago
By Simon Reynolds, Entertainment Reporter Girls Aloud's Cheryl Cole has hit out at the press for "cruelly" highlighting cellulite on her bandmate's thighs. ...
Super skinny Cheryl Cole admits 'I have fat days' Daily Mail
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Laser Hair Removal, Skin Rejuvenation, VelaShape and Three New ... - PR Web (...
Laser Hair Removal, Skin Rejuvenation, VelaShape and Three New ...
PR Web (press release), WA - 22 hours ago
American Laser Centers' VelaShape procedure is the first to be FDA-approved for both cellulite reduction and circumferential reduction of the thighs, ...
Speedo swimwear is the real star of the Games - Times Online
Times Online
Speedo swimwear is the real star of the Games
Times Online, UK - 17 hours ago
Not the most convenient apparel for a week's break on Lanzarote, but Speedo doubtless is developing an LZR-lite for the muscled and cellulite-free to ...
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Yahoo! News Search Results for cellulite
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The Results are In: Dermit??ge Cellulite Control Kit Produces Smooth Silhouet...
Post Launch Numbers Prove Success on Many Levels
DeNaeyer Chiropractic has alternative to surgery (North Platte Telegraph)
The North Platte Telegraph Has Mother Nature let you down? If your face has fallen and cellulite has taken over your thighs, there are alternatives to going under the knife or submitting to painful injections, chemical peels or liposuction.
Dr. Lisa Zdinak Announces, CO2TouchTM Brazilian Carboxytherapy - New Technolo...
Dr. Lisa Zdinak, oculoplastic surgeon and medical skin care specialist, is the first Manhattan based doctor to offer CO2TouchTM Brazilian carboxytherapy as a non-surgical treatment for stretch-marks, cellulite reduction, dark under-eye circles, and non-surgical fat sculpting on the face and the body.
A doll?s room (The Pasadena Citizen)
The hundreds of faces and eyes peering from around the small room have different origins and price ranges, but to Ashley Wysong, all are equal.
MedSurge Advances to Host Emerging Technologies for the Aesthetic Practice Wo...
Physicians to gather for two day aesthetic workshop in Dallas during September 13-14.
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