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Treating Cellulite with Massage

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

Cellulite can be referred as the ugly lumpy layers and multi-dimpled layers of the skin. One of the ways to reduce cellulite is massage therapy. This therapy alleviates the overall symptoms of cellulite arising at different parts of the body. Lumpy and fatty tissues below the skin causing cellulites can be dissolved by ideal massages. Though massage helps in dissolving the lumpy condition under the skin, this can’t be used as a first option for cellulites. Massage accompanied by proper dieting and physical exercises can be the step for reducing them.

Twisting, rubbing and kneading are some of the steps followed during massaging thereby reducing the cellulite. During this massage, the affected spots get stimulated and get warmed up. The fatty materials and toxins dissolves and are passed into the lymph flowing through the body.

Areas where cellulite is present has proper blood flow due to ideal massaging. Heat is produced and blood flow is normally improved by periodic massages. Thus the heat produced causes the fatty cells to melt and the molten materials are drained away leading to reduce in cellulite.

Certain steps and strokes used in massaging removes the toxins and unnecessary fluids present in the tissues. Fluid retention is the major reason for cellulite. This fluid retention is the outcome of improper circulation of blood and poor lymphatic drainage system. This in turn causes the thickening of fibers ultimately leading to the formation of a large number of fibers of collagen.

Oils used in the massage have characteristics to stimulate the dermal cells and the fatty areas underneath the skin. Peppermint and lavender have anti-obesity features are used in certain parts of South-east Asia.

Reduce the cellulite by the following massage steps:

Step1: The palms can be used to massage Frictionless using certain cellulite get or lotion or some creams.

Step2: Massaging must be started from the lowest point in the direction of heart and this should be done after applying the lotion or cream or oil.

Step3: Vigorous strokes should be avoided and slight pressure should be applied on it. Long sweeping strokes are better and can be done in palms, hands, fingers, etc. Thumbs are good for kneading.

Step4: Pinching if needed can be done by pulling a part of the skin outwards.