American magazines perpetuated the notion, Dr. Chapas tells Health. First, we asked dermatologists to address some of the common questions people have about cellulite. Cellulite refers to the puckered appearance of skin when fatty tissue pushes through the fibrous bands, called septae, that connect skin to muscle.
Loss of skin thickness, which happens as we age, can contribute to the appearance of cellulite, as can loose skin and sun damage, Dr. Robinson tells Health. How cellulite develops is not clear, although several factors—sex, genetics, and lifestyle—are believed to be involved.
Chapas explains that the way females store fat differs from males. Hormones may also have a hand in the matter. Robinson points out. Most women develop these puckered patches of skin after puberty, according to Dr. Cellulite can be more noticeable on some skin than others. Women have different reasons for wanting to get rid of their cellulite.
Often it's about self-esteem—wanting to feel comfortable in tight-fitting clothing or at ease at the pool, says Dr. Exercises that firm and tone muscles and tighten up your skin will help to reduce the appearance of cellulite, says the American Council on Exercise. Remember, cellulite is a structural issue, so losing weight may or may not help. Sometimes lax skin due to weight loss actually makes cellulite even more noticeable, adds Dr.
If only there were a lotion or cream you could apply and—voila! That said, products containing ingredients like caffeine and retinol, for instance, may improve the appearance of skin. If you're overweight and your doctor agrees , lose weight by eating a healthy diet, watching portion sizes , and exercising more.
Maintain a healthy weight and have an exercise routine that combines aerobic exercise with strength training. Replacing fat with muscle will improve the appearance of cellulite. Reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD. Larger text size Large text size Regular text size. Several things influence whether a person has cellulite, such as: Genes. Cellulite tends to run in families. Cellulite is much more common in women than in men. In fact, most women develop some cellulite after puberty.
This is because women's fat is typically distributed in the thighs, hips and buttocks — common areas for cellulite. Cellulite is also more common with aging, when the skin loses elasticity. Weight gain can make cellulite more noticeable, but some lean people have cellulite, as well.
It tends to run in families, so genetics might play the biggest role in whether you develop cellulite. An inactive lifestyle also can increase your chances of having cellulite, as can pregnancy. Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. This content does not have an English version.
This content does not have an Arabic version. Overview Anatomy of cellulite Open pop-up dialog box Close. Anatomy of cellulite As fat cells increase, they push up against the skin. Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic. Share on: Facebook Twitter. Show references Khan MH, et al. Treatment of cellulite: Part I. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
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