Cellulite is one of those topics that is brought up often, but not many truly understand what it is—its causes, its treatments, and its biggest targets can be all a bit of mystery. There are plenty of myths surrounding this topic, so we’re setting the record straight, dispelling some of the biggest myths about cellulite and how to diminish its appearance.
While excess fat may make cellulite more apparent, cellulite is generally a result of abnormalities in the dermis and weakened connective tissue between fat and muscles. Usually, there is a layer of tissue between muscle and the skin that keeps fat cells in place and skin looking smooth, this is known as the fascia. When this connective tissue is weakened, fat cells start to show through, leading to the familiar cottage cheese effect. Typically, the most common causes of cellulite are changes in hormones, age, weight change or a lack of muscle toning, stress, and poor circulation.
While 90% of women will develop cellulite at some point in their lives, approximately 10% of men will develop it, too. The reason for why women are more likely to develop cellulite (though not exclusively) is two-fold. First, fat cells tend to sit on women’s hips and thighs, where cellulite is most common, while fat cells gather more around men’s abdomens. Second, the connective tissue that prevents cellulite is naturally weaker in women. The difference being women’s skin connective tissue is in a column structure whereas it is crisscrossed in men. As women age, their bodies will produce less estrogen, a hormone that helps support circulation among other duties. A decline in circulation leads to a decline in collagen production and the connective tissue’s strength. Everyone’s body is unique with different hormone levels, thus why some women are more inclined to show cellulite while others may be less inclined.
As mentioned, cellulite isn’t the result of excess fat—it’s caused by weakened connective tissue. While losing excess weight may be helpful to overall health, it’s not the most effective route to battling cellulite. However, healthy weight loss can help reduce the risk of developing loose skin that would emphasize cellulite. A healthy diet also goes a long way, nutrients from healthy foods can help boost overall skin health. Exercise may also help to reduce the appearance of cellulite. When considering this approach, opt for strength training exercises that build muscle and tone the body.
It’s true that there is a genetic component to cellulite development, but preventative measures can be taken to reduce your risk. Maintaining a healthy weight, reducing your stress levels, taking care of your skin to promote collagen production, eating healthy, and exercising regularly to build muscle are just a few ways to minimize your risk.
Some over-the-counter products may claim that clearing out toxins in the body can help address cellulite, but this is not true. As we discussed the causes of cellulite earlier, the condition is not related to toxins but rather the weakened connective tissue in the skin. Temporary solutions such as self-tanning and caffeine rubs can mask the appearance of cellulite for a short period of time, but they do not tackle the root of the problem.
While many creams may help in making cellulite look less noticeable, there are other non-invasive cosmetic solutions to help address this concern. Energy-based cellulite reduction treatments with Venus Legacy™ use Multi-Polar Radio Frequency and Pulsed Electro Magnetic Fields to produce heat under the skin’s surface to safely target cellulite. This process helps to naturally increase collagen and elastin fibers which work to keep our skin tight, while also shrinking the volume of fat cells. At the same time, an adjustable pulsed suction known as VariPulse™ gently works to pull the skin upward, allowing the energy to travel deeper and providing a more comfortable and effective treatment. The result is a body that looks slimmer and more sculpted, skin that looks tighter, and cellulite that almost disappears. Venus Legacy™ cellulite treatments are comfortable with no downtime, and quick enough that you can fit do them on your lunch break.
Now that we’ve busted the common myths associated with cellulite, are you ready to tackle it with a customized treatment plan? Contact a certified treatment provider to learn more about how non-surgical cellulite reduction treatments could be the perfect addition to achieving your body goals. They can help you develop a plan that suits your needs and can help ensure the best results. To get started, simply locate a certified treatment provider near you using the search field below.
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Venus Versa™ has CE Mark as a multi-application device intended to be used in aesthetic and cosmetic procedures. The SR515 and SR580 applicators have CE Mark for the treatment of benign pigmented epidermal and cutaneous lesions and treatment of benign cutaneous vascular lesions. The HR650/HR650XL and HR690/HR690XL applicators have CE Mark for the removal of unwanted hair and to effect stable long-term or permanent hair reduction for Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. The AC Dual applicator has CE Mark for the treatment of acne vulgaris. The DiamondPolar™ applicator has CE Mark for non-invasive treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides on females with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. The OctiPolar™ applicator on the Venus Versa™ system has CE Mark for temporary body contouring via skin tightening, circumferential reduction, and cellulite reduction. The NanoFractional RF™ (Viva) applicator has CE Mark for dermatological procedures requiring ablation and resurfacing of the skin.
NeoGraft® 2.0 has CE Mark with indication for use in suction-assisted follicular extraction and re-implantation for males and females.
ARTAS iX™ has CE Mark with indication for use for harvesting hair follicles from the scalp in men diagnosed with androgenic alopecia (male pattern hair loss) who have black or brown straight hair. ARTAS iX™ is intended to assist physicians in identifying and extracting hair follicular units from the scalp during hair transplantation; creating recipient sites; and implanting harvested hair follicles.
Venus Epileve™ has CE Mark for hair removal, permanent hair reduction (defined as the long-term stable reduction in the number of hairs re-growing when measured at 6, 9 and 12 months after the completion of a treatment regimen), and the treatment of pseudofolliculitis barbae for all Fitzpatrick skin types. Venus Epileve™ is also CE-Marked for hirsutism.
Venus Legacy™ has CE Mark for the temporary increase of skin tightening, circumferential reduction, cellulite reduction, and wrinkle reduction.
Venus Velocity™ has CE Mark for hair removal, permanent hair reduction (defined as the long-term stable reduction in the number of hairs re-growing when measured at 6, 9 and 12 months after the completion of a treatment regimen), and the treatment of pseudofolliculitis barbae for all Fitzpatrick skin types.
Venus Viva™ has CE Mark for the use in dermatologic and general surgical procedures requiring ablation and resurfacing of the skin, and the treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides in Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV with the DiamondPolar™ applicator.
Venus Freeze Plus™ has CE Mark for treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides using the DiamondPolar™ applicator, and CE Mark for the treatment of cellulite reduction, increase of skin tightening, and temporary circumferential reduction on the OctiPolar™ applicator.
Venus Freeze™ has CE Mark for treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and rhytides using the DiamondPolar™ applicator, and CE Mark for the treatment of cellulite reduction, increase of skin tightening, and temporary circumferential reduction on the OctiPolar™ applicator.
Venus Glow™ provides a dermal rejuvenation treatment that works to open up and deep-clean pores. Venus Concept is the exclusive distributor for Venus Glow™.
Venus Bliss™ has CE Mark for addressing aspects related to body contouring, such as fat reduction and circumferential reduction, temporary increase of skin tightening and temporary cellulite reduction.
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