How to get rid of cellulite without surgery?

Did you know that cellulite affects around 95% of women after puberty? Despite being a common condition, eliminating cellulite is one of women’s main aesthetic concerns. Although it’s not possible to get rid of the ripples completely without surgery, there are several effective strategies that can help reduce their appearance.

Eat a healthy diet and stay hydrated

A balanced diet rich in nutrients transforms skin health. Foods with antioxidants, such as fruit and vegetables, help fight free radicals, which are responsible for damaging skin cells. In addition, fiber and lean proteins also help to keep the metabolism active and the skin healthy.

Hydration is just as important as diet. Drinking plenty of water helps eliminate toxins from the body and keeps the skin hydrated, which can reduce the appearance of cellulite. Herbal teas, especially those with detoxifying properties such as green tea, are also beneficial.

Have an exercise routine

If you want to get rid of cellulite, make a habit of exercising. This is because gynoid lipodystrophy, the scientific name for the disease, is basically the accumulation of fat under the skin.

Activities such as walking, running, cycling and swimming help to burn this fat and tone the muscles. Resistance exercises such as squats and lunges are effective for strengthening cellulite-prone areas such as the thighs and buttocks.

Invest in topical treatments and massages

Creams and lotions with ingredients such as caffeine, retinol and antioxidants can help improve the appearance of cellulite, even if they don’t eliminate it completely. These products work by increasing blood flow and improving skin elasticity.

Regular massages are also useful. Techniques such as lymphatic drainage help eliminate toxins and excess fluids, while pressure massages break down fat deposits and improve blood circulation.

Include clinical treatments in body care

There are several non-invasive treatments carried out by professionals that can help reduce cellulite. Here are some of the most effective:

• Radiofrequency: uses radio waves to heat the deep layer of the skin, stimulating collagen production and improving skin firmness.
• Laser therapy: helps break down hardened collagen fibers and reduce subcutaneous fat.
• Ultrasound: uses sound waves to destroy fat cells and improve skin texture.
• GoldIncision®: combines collagen biostimulation and fibrous septum detachment to restore the healthy appearance of the skin. GoldIncision®was voted the World’s Best Non-Surgical Body Treatment in 2023 and can be performed at the Pillars of Health Clinic, with highly trained professionals:
  

Adopt a healthy lifestyle

In addition to diet and hydration, you need to maintain a healthy lifestyle in general to prevent and reduce the appearance of cellulite. Avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption is important, as both can damage circulation and skin health, as can stress and inadequate sleep.

Although cellulite is a natural condition, there are several ways to reduce the appearance of marks on the skin and boost your self-esteem. At Clínica Pilares da Saúde you’ll find the latest aesthetic treatments and you can count on professionals who take care of your health from the inside out.