Did you know that over 93% of women have
cellulite? You aren’t alone and we know first-hand that it can creep up on you
without the slightest hint. Chances are that if your mum has it, you will too
as its genetic but fear not, we have the perfect melody of cellulite hacks
served up on a silver platter just for you!
Food Fix
Keeping cellulite at bay begins with what
you put into your body. A balanced diet in moderation of treats is essential to
staying in shape in all cases. Eating foods that are high in salt will cause
fat cells to swell and cellulite appears more defined and obvious.
Keep an eye
on sodium levels in your food and drink and include lots of fiber and whole
grain (instead of full fat white breads etc). Add a minimum of 3 litres more
water to your daily intake as a hydrated body can remove the signs of
cellulite, fast. Starting with these tips will remove toxins from the
intestinal tract and increase skin elasticity as well as add a visibly firmer
tone to your skin. Give it a go, there’s cellulite to lose!
Exercise
Cellulite is ultimately fat. Keeping your
circulation active and engaging in physical movement like jogging, swimming,
general cardio and even yoga a few times a week can fight its ugly appearance.
This combined with body firming remedies for topical use before and after work
outs, is the ultimate trick to beating cellulite.
Get yourself going with Workout Wonder Invigorating Muscle
Motivating Gel by Mama Mio. It increases circulation and speeds up muscle
aches and pains, easing your tension to get the most out of your body. Trying
this out pre and post workout can help encourage regular activity on a daily
basis.
Massage
Keep massaging the areas of your cellulite
with circular motions to help break fluid down beneath the skin. The action
promotes lymphatic (flab) drainage which is a toxin eliminating process that
gathers up in the fat layer of our skin. Book yourself in for a pampering spa
day while you’re at it!
Exfoliate
Caffeine rich body scrubs and gels are
trending now as one of the best ingredients to help stimulate fat drainage and tighten
the skin at the same time. Almond infused products help to plump these areas
too.
We recommend Resculpting Body Gel for Cellulite by The Organic Pharmacy, an
extremely light and absorbent body sculpting gel effectively helping to reduce
the size of fat cells which is the main cause of dimpled appearance on the
skin. With coffee and chilli ingredients, it increases the flow of blood by
heating the skin allowing for better circulation. Tests show a decrease in
thigh and waist size by 1 – 2 inches in just 3 weeks! Good to use for tummy
flab too!
Serum Magic
Strengthening the skin in the areas of
cellulite makes it less visible and more contoured. The firmness will only last
if you keep using it regularly so don’t stray after seeing results. We love REN
products because results are super quick. The Body Contouring Anti-Cellulite Gel is an easy application helping
to activate micro circulation while draining fluid and toxins. It also helps
correct vascular tonicity by reducing swelling and soothing heavy, painful
legs.
If All Else Fails, Self-Tanning Products
Will Hide It!
The toning process takes time so reduce the
appearance instantly with self-tanning products to camouflage the lumpy areas
of skin creating an airbrush finish. Uneven loose areas will be hidden and
you’ll have a glowy polished look in minutes, perfect for that skirt you’d been
wanting to wear!
Our favourite is the Airbrush Instant Self Tan by Fake Bake. It gives an instantly
bronzed look and the 360-degree nozzle is amazingly handy for hard to reach
areas (like the back of the thigh). It’s quick drying formula combines natural
actives with two potent tanning agents for rich tones everywhere, yes, it’s a
cheat.
