85% of women in the world have cellulite. The famous orange peel skin is difficult to treat and can appear at any time. However, there are a number of myths and truths surrounding cellulite that we must clarify to confront it and win the battle. Our friends from ActitudFem share more about the truth of cellulite. With the help of cosmetic specialists, plastic and aesthetic surgeons, we set out to investigate the reality of this hated "orange peel" that affects our bodies so much.

Myth 1: Cellulite is more common in overweight women

False. 85% of women over twenty years old have some type of cellulite. In fact, if you are thin but have poor circulation, you are very likely to suffer from it in the buttocks and nearby areas. The culprit is poor circulation that prevents the elimination of liquids and the toxic substances that your cells generate daily. Experts say that this accumulation inside and around the cells irritates them, inducing a defense reaction similar to the healing process. “Fibrous tracts are produced between the cells that adhere to the superficial layers of the skin, pulling them inward, while the accumulation of liquid pushes the tissue outward. The result of all this tugging and pulling is the known orange peel skin,” they note.

Myth 2: If you lose weight, you lose cellulite

False. Cellulite is located on the surface of the skin, so you will lose fat tissue and sizes, but you will not necessarily get rid of it.

Myth 3: It worsens with age

False. Since cellulite is linked to hormones, the process slows down with menopause. The peak is around 30 years old, then the process does indeed decrease and fat is lost.

Myth 4: Men never have cellulite

False. Although nature is on their side in this case, about 10% of men can suffer from it. However, it is less common since the culprits are female hormones. Estrogens promote fluid retention and the accumulation of fat. Thus, cellulite will only occur in men with higher levels of estrogens.

Myth 5: It can be avoided

True. But you have to be on guard all day and keep in mind that “the pill, sitting for long hours, stress, and lack of exercise,” say the doctors, “are lethal for orange peel skin.”

Myth 6: It can be fought

True. The best way to eliminate cellulite is consistently and by changing your diet. There are treatments that produce a tightening effect on the skin or that eliminate accumulated liquids in the area but they cannot always act on the fibrous septa. “For cases of mild cellulite, firming creams, massages, or anti-cellulite treatments work. For more severe cases, aesthetic medicine treatments such as mesotherapy or cavitation are recommended,” observe the doctors, but they add that changing the diet may be the best solution. "Introducing nutrients that reinforce micro-circulation," they warn.

Myth 7: Salt causes cellulite

True. And sugar does too. The first because it insists on retaining liquids and the second because it hardens collagen to the point that the skin loses its elasticity. A more vulnerable skin is easy prey for invasive cellulite.

Myth 8: Cosmetics should be applied with massages

True. Specialists say that it is not mandatory, but “the massage complements the effects of the active ingredients, favoring the absorption of the product and improving blood circulation and lymphatic drainage. It also makes the application of the product much more pleasant.” A good massage can take several minutes. Additionally, the skin is more receptive at night, which is why there are specific products for night action.

Myth 9: Exercise eliminates cellulite

Almost false… unless you are an Olympic athlete. It is important to consider that anything that moves tissues and facilitates circulation will be positive, although to eliminate cellulite you will need to exercise thoroughly.

Myth 10: Cellulite can be eliminated

Yes, but not forever. Experts say that its appearance can improve and even “the skin can be returned to its starting point, as if it never existed.” However, to completely eradicate it, only costly methods such as laser treatments and minimally invasive surgical interventions that break the fibrous septa and stimulate collagen production can achieve this. However, these also do not guarantee that it will not reappear. So now you know, it is always good to take care of our skin, exercise, and maintain a healthier diet, but don’t let cellulite steal your sleep.

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