Summer is here to stay, and the rising temperatures remind us that it's time to dig out the light clothing from our closets. However, if the idea of revealing parts of your body that have been hidden for months makes you lazy, you are not alone. Today we discuss a topic that can drive us crazy when summer begins... the dreaded cellulite.
What is cellulite?
Cellulite is a cosmetic concern that affects the fatty tissue layer of the skin, and although it is more prevalent in women, men can sometimes also be affected. It consists of an increase or accumulation of fat in the subcutaneous tissue, which eventually pushes the fibrous bands that connect the skin to the muscle. The final appearance of the affected areas is known as "orange peel skin" and occurs mainly on the thighs, buttocks, abdomen, or even the upper arms.
What causes cellulite?
Many factors influence the development of cellulite, but one of the main ones is poor venous and lymphatic microcirculation. Unless corrected, this problem tends to worsen over time, leading to increasingly poor microcirculation of adipose tissue and greater stagnation of fluids within the skin structure. Due to this imbalance, cells begin to act like sponges, swelling as they absorb excess fluid, which in turn makes the skin appear irregular and flabby with bumps. In some more extreme cases, as the skin increases in texture and loses firmness and elasticity, the bumps begin to become hard and even painful to the touch.
Both genetics and our lifestyle can negatively influence the function of our venous and lymphatic microcirculation, leaving us more vulnerable to cellulite. However, it is always good to keep in mind that there are other key factors that can also contribute to its appearance, such as the loss of skin thickness associated with aging, typical flaccidity due to significant weight loss, stress, sun damage, and even hormonal imbalances.
How to improve the appearance of cellulite?
In addition to following a healthy lifestyle with low-stress levels, there are some topical treatments that can help improve the skin. Our recommendation is Reverent Antioxidant Dry Body Oil. This light but highly nourishing 100% natural body oil is packed with botanical extracts that stimulate lymphatic drainage and activate skin microcirculation, consequently increasing the flow of nutrients to the affected tissue, making this oil a staple in your body care routine.
