Why does orange peel appear?
Subcutaneous fat is divided into lobules by connective tissue septa. In men, these partitions go obliquely and form a network, while in women they run vertically, so the fat lobules easily protrude towards the skin. Women's skin is also thinner. When the volume of adipose tissue increases and the septa remain fixed, the surface becomes uneven. Estrogens make their contribution, affecting the distribution of fat and the condition of blood vessels, as well as the deterioration of microcirculation and lymphatic drainage. With age, the skin loses collagen and elasticity, and the relief becomes more noticeable.
- Vertical partitions in female tissue
- Thinner skin in women
- Effect of estrogens on fat distribution
- Deterioration of microcirculation and lymphatic drainage
- Age-related collagen loss
- Hereditary predisposition
What cellulite definitely doesn't mean
There are many myths around the topic that are used in advertising. Cellulite is not a sign of the accumulation of toxins or wastes: such a mechanism does not exist, and the liver and kidneys constantly remove waste products. It is not directly related to clean eating and does not disappear by giving up one product. It also happens in thin women with normal weight, because it depends on the structure of the tissues, and not just on the amount of fat. Finally, it is not an inflammation, although the name is similar to the medical term for an acute infection of the subcutaneous tissue.
- Not associated with waste and toxins
- Occurs also at normal weight
- Not an inflammation or infection
- Cannot be treated with diuretics and cleansing
- Not hazardous to health
- Does not require special detox diets
What enhances manifestations
The severity depends on several controllable factors. Weight gain increases the volume of fat lobules and makes the relief more noticeable, and sharp fluctuations in weight worsen the condition of the skin. Inactivity reduces the tone of the muscles that support tissues and impairs blood circulation. Smoking damages microcirculation and destroys collagen. Prolonged sitting and standing work contribute to stagnation in the veins and lymphatic system. Hormonal periods - pregnancy, taking hormonal medications, menopause - often coincide with increased manifestations.
- Weight gain and sudden fluctuations
- Low physical activity
- Smoking
- Prolonged sitting and standing work
- Hormonal changes
- Lack of protein and water in the diet
- Age and decreased skin elasticity
What really helps
The most lasting result is obtained by a combination of a moderate reduction in the percentage of fat and strength training on the muscles of the legs and buttocks: a denser muscle base visually levels the surface. Regular aerobic exercise improves blood circulation. Of the procedures, hardware techniques affecting connective tissue septa and microcirculation, as well as massage and vacuum techniques, show a moderate effect, but the result is temporary and requires support. External products can slightly improve the appearance of the skin due to hydration and vascular tone. It is important to understand in advance that you should not expect a complete disappearance of the relief.
- Strength training for legs and buttocks
- Regular aerobic exercise
- Gradual reduction in fat percentage
- Massage and vacuum techniques
- Hardware procedures with course effect
- Quitting smoking
- Adequate protein and water intake
What not to do
Strict diets with sharp calorie restrictions do not work and can be harmful: muscle mass is lost, the skin becomes flabby, and the relief increases. Diuretics and laxatives for weight loss are dangerous because they disrupt the water-salt balance and do not affect the structure of fiber. Aggressive wraps and very intense massage can leave bruises and damage blood vessels. Liposuction is intended to correct volume, not to treat cellulite, and sometimes makes unevenness more noticeable. Any injection and hardware interventions should be carried out by a doctor after examination.
- Avoid crash diets that cause muscle loss
- Do not take diuretics and laxatives for weight loss
- Do not use aggressive wraps
- Do not expect liposuction to eliminate relief
- Distrust promises of complete deliverance
- Procedures - only with a doctor after examination
