Here in San Diego, we love to spend time at the beach, soaking up the sunshine and splashing in the waves. And with summer fast approaching, a lot of us plan to spend hours and hours frolicking around on the sand wearing our swimsuits. But if cellulite has you feeling self-conscious, the idea of showing off your thighs and butt in a barely-there bikini might not sound too appealing. The good news is, there are proven ways to reduce the appearance of cellulite. With a little help from San Diego Body Contouring, you can look your best on the beach this summer.
What causes cellulite?
Simply put, cellulite is a combination of weakened skin and excess fat. It occurs when pockets of swollen fat cells squeeze through bands of connective tissue beneath the surface of your skin, creating pressure that results in a lumpy puckered appearance. Women of all shapes and sizes get cellulite, though it tends to get worse with age, as skin-strengthening hormones decrease, causing skin to loosen and connective tissue to break down.
There’s no definitive cure for cellulite, nor is there a foolproof way to prevent it from developing. However, there are some steps you can take to minimize the lumps and bumps and keep that cottage cheese from ruining your summer fun.
Exercises to Get Rid of Cellulite
While exercise alone cannot get rid of cellulite, building muscle tone can help it to appear less noticeable. Without firm muscles, fat cells can easily clump together and appear more prominent against your skin. Taut, toned musculature provides a strong, smooth foundation for your fat cells, and helps to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
The key to developing muscle tone is weightlifting; to target your bum and thighs, try strength-training exercises, such as squats, lunges, and deadlifts.
Healthy Foods to Fight Cellulite
Eating healthy is important for a lot of reasons, but the right foods can help improve the texture of your skin – while the wrong ones can make cellulite appear even worse. To combat dimples and stay smooth, limit processed foods, sugary sweets, and salty junk food. Additionally, start eating foods that are high in healthy omega-3 fats, which can help stimulate collagen production and reduce inflammation over time. Add superfoods like salmon, flaxseed, and leafy greens to your diet as well.
Cellfina Treatment to Get Rid of Cellulite Naturally
It can take a long time for the effects of a healthy diet and regular exercise to show on your skin – and even then, you may still have some stubborn patches of cellulite that just won’t go away. That’s where Cellfina comes in.
Cellfina is a minimally invasive, FDA-approved treatment for eliminating obvious, isolated areas of cellulite on the butt and thighs. It works by loosening some of the bands of connective tissue that hold your fat in place. Doing so releases the pressure on your skin, eliminates puckering and creates a smoother surface.
It only takes one Cellfina treatment to get results, which are visible in as little as three days – and can last for up to three years. Treatments are performed in a doctor’s office, and generally take under an hour. You can schedule Cellfina for your lunch hour and be back to work on time with no interference.
Come to San Diego Body Contouring to get rid of your cellulite
Get rid of cellulite on thighs and bum with help from San Diego Body Contouring. Our medical staff has performed thousands of cosmetic procedures in our state-of-the-art facility, and we have an extremely high rate of patient satisfaction, priding ourselves on safety, quality, and affordability.
Before you go bikini shopping this season, call us at (619) 697-1325 for a free consultation to find out if you’re a good candidate for Cellfina.
