7 interesting facts about cellulite everyone should take note of

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A well-toned is what every woman needs! But one thing that is common in most women is cellulite. Whether thin or overweight, most women have those orange-peel like marks on the thighs, arms and waist as well. These are similar to stretch marks but unlike stretch marks which appear after pregnancy, these can happen at any time. And before you think it is a disease or reach out for natural remedies to deal with cellulite, our expert Dr Smriti Naswa Singh, Consultant Dermatologist, Fortis Hospital, Mumbai,lists a few facts about cellulite you need to know.

#1. Cellulite is a normal phenomenon and not a disease. It is a condition in which there is an accumulation of fat in fat cells present under the skin, known as septae.

#2. Females by virtue of their body structure can have cellulite even when they maintain a very good lifestyle. Moreover, it is also hereditary, which means if your mum or grandmom have cellulite then you can also get it, even if you are lean.

#3. If somebody has a sedentary lifestyle or suffers from hormonal problems like thyroid imbalance or PCOS, then the chances of having cellulite are high. In such a cases, improving the underlying cause of the cellulite is advised. Also, exercising and eating the right diet can go a long way in preventing your risk of getting cellulite. Here is a simple exercise to target stubborn butt and thigh cellulite

#4. As the fact cells are accumulated in the dermis or skin, topical application of cream to lighten cellulite marks might not help. Hence, stop blindly following ads that claim chemical products or herbal remedies might help to get rid of cellulite as it doesn't work. Moreover, there is a risk of allergic reactions as warned by FDA. Read more on things that DON'T help you get rid of cellulite

#5. There has been a rapid increase in the non-invasive treatment options like ultrasound body cavitation and radiofrequency-induced heat to treat cellulite in the recent times. However, these techniques used to dissolve fat might give a temporary reduction, meaning it can repair after few days.

#6. If you are planning to go for injection lipolysis, a technique where fat in the skin cells is dissolved with the help of an injection, please avoid it because it can lead to dangerous side effects.

#7. The commonly employed method to treat cellulite is liposuction, which also has questionable results. Hence, it is advised to consult a good dermatologist before undergoing any treatment and do weigh the risks and benefits of the technique. Here's more on cellulite getting to the bottom of it all.

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