Spring is coming soon and with it, the desire to get rid of that unsightly cellulite that can settle on the thighs and curves. But how to go about it? In a new Instagram video, nutritionist Jean-Michel Cohen reviews the methods that can have an effect and those that will disappoint you. Enough to make the right choices.
Anti-cellulite creams
Very often, the first treatment considered against cellulite involves creams to be applied locally, based on caffeine or plant extracts…”We do this hoping that the active ingredient present in the cream passes through the skin to kill the fat cell. explains the doctor. “But you will be disappointed! It does not pass the skin barrier sufficiently for it to be effective. he says. At most, your skin will be softer and better hydrated.
Aesthetic mesotherapy
In second place among the solutions, the doctor targets mesotherapy. This technique consists of injecting locally and intradermally (in the dermis, just under the superficial part of the skin) a medicinal substance using a syringe with a small needle. Used against pain and in many pathologies, mesotherapy could also fight against cellulite. “But it’s the same, we’re not sure that the drug we put inside can be effective against cellulite” he indicates. On the other hand, the stinging effect causes a small sclerosis under the skin.which can make it look nicer, so it’s not that bad.”
Palpation-rolling devices
At the moment, promotions for palpation-rolling devices are also flourishing on the networks. A rather disappointing tool for the doctor. “Frankly, it works much less well than manual massages by a physiotherapist. In addition, these have the merit of awakening the vascular areas and better irrigating the area. advises Dr. Cohen.
Liposuction
For great ills there are great remedies. Against cellulite some do not hesitate to consider liposuction, a radical solution. But a perfect result is not guaranteed: “You really need to have a particular cellulite position, that is to say a thick wall, below which you can draw fat and good quality skin.”
Good daily habits
Finally, the last method and undoubtedly the healthiest: benefit from a balanced diet.with good nutritional intake, sufficient proteins, lipids, carbohydrates”. All while increasing physical activity “focused on strength training more than cardiovascular exercises”. The most? The possible practice of a hand massage, to increase the effects. Simple actions that can have an effect.
“Because without sprays of ice water on your body, it may wake up your head but it will not change your cellulite” concludes the doctor.