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Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow How to Get Rid of Cellulite PDF download Download Article Explore this Article methods 1 Update Your Diet 2 Start a New Exercise Routine 3 Try a New Skincare Regimen 4 Consider Getting a Professional Treatment + Show 1 more... - Show less... Other Sections Tips and Warnings Related Articles References Article Summary Co-authored by Alicia Ramos

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This article was co-authored by Alicia Ramos. Alicia Ramos is a Licensed Esthetician and the owner of Smoothe Denver in Denver, Colorado. She received her license at the School of Botanical & Medical Aesthetics, with training in lashes, dermaplaning, waxing, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels, and now provides skin care solutions to hundreds of clients. wikiHow marks an article as reader-approved once it receives enough positive feedback. This article has 13 testimonials from our readers, earning it our reader-approved status. This article has been viewed 1,086,026 times.

If you have cellulite you'd like to banish, you aren't alone. Many women of all ages have cellulite on their legs, buttocks or stomach. Cellulite occurs when fat cells bulge through the skin's outer layer, creating a dimpled, rutted appearance. Learn how to significantly reduce cellulite on thighs, buttocks and abs with lifestyle changes, skincare products and special treatments.

Things You Should Know

  • Drink lots of water, eat fruits and vegetables, consume foods with healthy fats and Omega-3 fatty acids, and avoid anything fried or high in salt and sugar.
  • Try a new exercise routine that focuses on weight training and high-intensity running.
  • Skincare regimens like dry brushing your skin, bathing in lukewarm water, moisturizing, or spray tanning can reduce the appearance of cellulite.
  • A professional body shaping treatment or injectable can also help reduce cellulite.

Steps

Method 1 Method 1 of 4:

Update Your Diet

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  1. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 1.jpeg 1 Drink plenty of water. Hydrating your body keeps your skin cells looking fresh and renewed, which can reduce the appearance of cellulite. Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day to make sure your system is getting all the water it needs.
    • Start drinking a glass of water first thing in the morning, before you have your morning coffee or tea.
    • Carry a bottle of water with you as you go about your day. Remember to refill it often.
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    Alicia Ramos

    Skincare Professional Alicia Ramos is a Licensed Esthetician and the owner of Smoothe Denver in Denver, Colorado. She received her license at the School of Botanical & Medical Aesthetics, with training in lashes, dermaplaning, waxing, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels, and now provides skin care solutions to hundreds of clients. Alicia Ramos Alicia Ramos Skincare Professional

    Keep in mind that you may not be able to get rid of your cellulite completely. "The appearance of cellulite has to do with connective tissue and the dimpling that usually happens as we age, along with hormones, water, and a number of other factors. There's no magic cure—that's why someone who's really skinny can still have cellulite."

  2. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 2.jpeg 2 Eat fruits and vegetables. A diet filled with healthy fruits and vegetables will help you keep your weight down, reducing the appearance of cellulite. Fruits and vegetables also have a high water content, so they help keep you hydrated, too.[1]
    • Have a spinach smoothie for breakfast. Blend a cup of almond milk, a cup of spinach, half a banana and a kiwi or handful of strawberries. This high-powered breakfast will keep your energy level high, and it's a great way to get a serving of vegetables at breakfast.
    • Eat plenty of raw vegetables. Raw salad greens, broccoli, carrots and other vegetables are packed with nutrients, antioxidants and water. If you make them the mainstay of your diet you'll see a difference in the amount of cellulite you have.
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  3. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 3.jpeg 3 Eat healthy fats. Cellulite is caused by the fat just under the skin, but if your skin is toned and healthy, the cellulite won't be as noticeable. Foods like olives, nuts, avocados, fish and olive oil contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for healthy skin.
    • Consume Omega-3 fatty acid. Since we eat fatty foods or at least foods filled with all kinds of fats all the time, therefore, consuming the proper fatty acids and neglecting the ones that are harmful to us are vital for a complete recovery from cellulite. Pasture-raised meats, dairy products enriched with Omega-3, Edamame, wild rice, canola oil, or walnuts are only a few of the many foods that are rich in this fatty acid and should be consumed in large quantities for a complete removal of cellulite.
  4. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 4.jpeg 4 Avoid foods that lead to more cellulite. Foods that cause you to gain weight and retain water increase the amount of cellulite you have.[2] Avoid the following foods to prevent more cellulite from appearing:
    • Fried foods like french fries, fried chicken, and onion rings.
    • Packaged snacks like corn chips, potato chips, cheese puffs, and pretzels.
    • Foods high in salt, like canned soup or dips and dressings, cause you to retain water.
    • Foods high in sugar, like candy, baked goods, and soda, cause you to gain weight.
    • Alcohol, especially when it's paired with a sugary mixer like soda or cranberry juice, can cause you to gain weight and retain water.
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Method 2 Method 2 of 4:

Start a New Exercise Routine

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  1. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 5.jpeg 1 Incorporate weight training. Weight training, unlike cardio exercises, tones the muscles under your skin and causes it to look more taught. This can greatly reduce the appearance of cellulite.
    • Buy free weights and perform exercises meant to tone your thighs, buttocks, and abs. If you have cellulite on your arms, perform arm exercises as well.
    • Join a gym and work with a trainer to increase the amount of weight you lift over time. Contrary to common belief, lifting heavier weights fewer times, rather than doing a lot of reps with lighter weights, is better for building muscle.
  2. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 6.jpeg 2 Do high intensity exercises. Pairing weight training with exercises that get your heart pumping leads to the production of lean muscle mass, which will cause your thighs and buttocks to look smoother over time. Try the following exercises after doing a light warmup:
    • Do outdoor sprints. Measure out a distance of 1⁄4 mile (0.4 km) on your street or at a nearby park. Sprint that distance, take a 20-second break, sprint it again, and repeat for a total of 4 sprints. As you improve, add more sprints to your workout.
    • Sprint on your treadmill. If you work out indoors, use a faster setting on your treadmill to sprint for about 3 minutes. Increase the speed as you improve over time.
    • Do bike sprints. Using either your bicycle or a stationary bike, ride as fast as you can uphill for a few minutes.
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Method 3 Method 3 of 4:

Try a New Skincare Regimen

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  1. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 7.jpeg 1 Start dry brushing your skin. Dry brushing improves your circulation and helps your skin get rid of toxins, reducing the appearance of cellulite. Buy a body brush made with natural fibers and make dry brushing a part of your morning routine.[3]
    • Make sure your skin and the brush are both dry before beginning.
    • Starting at your feet, brush upward toward your heart. Concentrate on areas with a lot of cellulite, like your thighs and buttocks. Brush your arms from your hands to your shoulders. Brush your stomach in a clockwise circular motion and your arms in an upward motion. All brushing movements should be made towards your heart to encourage the return of blood and lymphatic flow.
    • Take a shower after brushing to wash away the dead skin cells and toxins that have risen to the surface.
  2. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 8.jpeg 2 Improve your skin tone. Taking measures to make your skin look tight and healthy doesn't actually get rid of cellulite, but it can go a long way toward temporarily reducing its appearance. Try the following techniques:
    • Bathe in lukewarm or cool water, rather than hot. Cool water tightens your skin and makes it look more toned.
    • Moisturize your skin with a product that contains caffeine. Buy a cream or lotion that contains at least 5 percent caffeine, which is said to improve skin tone and decrease the appearance of cellulite.
    • Use another topical product designed to reduce the appearance of cellulite. There are many creams and lotions on the market designed specifically for this purpose.
  3. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 9.jpeg 3 Use a spray tan product. You can reduce the appearance of cellulite by making the color of your skin look more even. Choose a spray tan product just a shade or two darker than your skin. Make sure to apply it evenly over your legs, not just in the areas where you have cellulite.
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Method 4 Method 4 of 4:

Consider Getting a Professional Treatment

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  1. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 10.jpeg 1 Try an injectable. This treatment involves injecting a formula of vitamins and minerals into the skin to make it look more even. The solution breaks down the fat deposits just below the skin's surface.[4]
  2. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 11.jpeg 2 Go for a body shaping treatment. These use lasers, massage rollers and radio frequency energy to break down the fat deposits. They also stimulate the production of collagen in your skin, which leads to a tighter, more toned appearance.
  3. Get Rid of Cellulite Step 12.jpeg 3 Avoid liposuction and other fat removal surgery. These may help you lose weight, but they can actually increase the appearance of cellulite by making the tissue under the skin more uneven.
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Tips

  • Crossing your legs hinders proper circulation, and may promote cellulite. Thanks Helpful 1 Not Helpful 0
  • Using coffee scrubs twice a week can improve circulation and being consistent with exercise reduce signs of cellulite. Also foods rich in vitamin C, Whole Grains, Fiber or fruits and veggies help you get rid of bad toxins in your body. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
  • Regular treatment may not completely get rid of cellulite, but it will help reduce its appearance. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
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Warnings

  • Many companies claim to have the miracle solution or drug that will easily eliminate cellulite. The reality is that you may never be able to eliminate cellulite completely, so beware risky or expensive treatments. Thanks Helpful 287 Not Helpful 86
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References

  1. ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growth/healthy-eating/index.html
  2. ↑ https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/149465.php
  3. ↑ https://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-12675/a-stepbystep-guide-to-dry-skin-brushing.html
  4. ↑ https://zwivel.com/mesotherapy-risks-and-benefits/
  5. http://www.webmd.com/diet/your-omega-3-family-shopping-list

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Alicia Ramos Co-authored by: Alicia Ramos Skincare Professional This article was co-authored by Alicia Ramos. Alicia Ramos is a Licensed Esthetician and the owner of Smoothe Denver in Denver, Colorado. She received her license at the School of Botanical & Medical Aesthetics, with training in lashes, dermaplaning, waxing, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels, and now provides skin care solutions to hundreds of clients. This article has been viewed 1,086,026 times. 20 votes - 78% Co-authors: 55 Updated: August 31, 2024 Views: 1,086,026 Categories: Cellulite and Stretch Marks Article SummaryX

If you have cellulite you’d like to get rid of, try lifting weights to tone your muscles and make your skin look more taut, which will make cellulite less visible. You can build lean muscle mass more quickly by alternating weight training exercises with high intensity workouts like sprints. In addition to the exercise, try to stick to a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats. If you’re still noticing cellulite, try dry brushing your skin in a circular motion with a body brush once a day. If you want to learn more about professional treatments, such as injections or liposuction, keep reading! Did this summary help you?YesNo

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