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Help for cellulite

It depends how you define 'work'. Cellulite creams, such as those containing alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), help reduce and prevent the appearance of cellulite by improving the skin's elasticity of the skin. They also claim to do everything else from strengthening to renewing and softening the skin. In conjunction with increased circulation and a change of diet and lifestyle, some of these products reduce the appearance of cellulite by strengthening the network of connective tissue. These products do not, however, banish cellulite forever, as cellulite is nothing but fat. Bear in mind that once you stop using these creams the skin returns to its original state, since you haven't permanently altered the its natural properties.

Besides using creams, there are other treatments for cellulite. Some include:

Endermologie

The Endermologie machine, developed in France over a decade ago, has been found to have a measurable effect in fighting cellulite. It uses rollers and gentle suctioning to deeply massage the affected areas, increasing the circulation by 200 per cent (manual massage increases the circulation by 60 per cent). Toxins and abnormal water buildup are expelled as connective fibres are stretched. Endermologie also exfoliates the skin, leaving it soft and silky. The increased circulation will give you a natural energy boost.

Expect to wear a body stocking as a technician runs the suctioning rollers over your body concentrating on the cellulite-ridden areas (you may feel a bit like a human hoover). Sessions run between 35-45 minutes and are usually conducted twice weekly. Most salons only offer a minimum course of 14 treatments with prices ranging from £630 to £720. A single session can cost between £50 and £60.

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