The treatment for cellulite can be done with cosmetic treatments such as lipocavitation or vacuotherapy, for example, or only with lymphatic drainage and the application of anti-cellulite creams, depending on the degree of cellulite.
As cellulite does not heal and worsens over time, upon observing its appearance, it is important to start promptly the treatment that must be indicated by dermatologist or dermatofunctional specialist.
In order for the results to be lasting, it is recommended, in addition to treatment, to maintain adequate nutrition, practice physical activity regularly and drink about 2 liters of water per day.
Types of Cellulite
Treatment for cellulite grade 1
The treatment for grade 1 cellulite, which is perceived when the skin is pressed, can be done at home with a weekly exfoliation with coffee grounds and the application of cellulite creams such as Vichy's Liposyne or Avon's Cellu-sculpt, 1 to 2 times a day, every day.
To make the home treatment for cellulite with coffee it is enough to mix a little of coffee grounds with a little bit of liquid soap and to rub in the areas with cellulite, through fast and circular movements. This activates the local bloodstream and drains excess fluids, helping to eliminate cellulite.
Another option is the massager for cellulite of the Beurer, for example, because the massage promotes the stimulation of the blood circulation, eliminating the cellulite.
Treatment for cellulite grade 2
The treatment for grade 2 cellulitis, which is characterized by slight undulations in the skin when the woman is standing, can be done with weekly sessions of lymphatic drainage as it helps to eliminate excess fluids that favor cellulitis.
In addition, anti-cellulite creams, such as Savre cellulite cream or Nivea Goodbye Cellulite, for example, can also be used daily.
The treatment for cellulite of Mary Kay is also a great option as it consists of 2 creams, one to be applied day and night, which help to combat cellulite, as well as the massager that should also be used in cellulite grade 2.
Treatment for cellulite grade 3
The treatment for grade 3 cellulite, which is characterized by the furts on the skin when the woman is standing, can be done with ultrasound techniques, such as lipocavitation, for example, because these devices break down the fat cells that cause cellulite, making with which they are eliminated by the body, also helping to combat sagging, being a great treatment option for cellulite and flaccidity.
The Heccus cellulite treatment combines ultrasound therapy with electrical therapy, promoting breakdown of fat cells and activating the circulation of the lymphatic system, facilitating muscle strengthening and helping to eliminate cellulite. This is a treatment for localized fat and cellulite and should be done at least 2 times a week, and the results are visible from 10 sessions.
Whatever the treatment for grade 3 cellulite, it should be supplemented with lymphatic drainage to remove the accumulated fluids that are responsible for cellulite.
Treatment for cellulite grade 4
The treatment for grade 4 cellulite, which is characterized by sagging and furrowing in the skin that are easily observed in any position, can be done with aesthetic treatments for cellulite such as:
- Electrolysis: A low frequency electric current is applied through acupuncture needles inserted into the skin that act directly on the fat cells that are accumulated in the body, promoting its destruction and elimination;
- Russian current: electrodes are used that stimulate the involuntary contraction of the muscles, leading to their strengthening and toning, which help eliminate fat and flaccidity of the skin;
- Carboxytherapy: several injections of carbon dioxide are applied to the skin that will activate activating the local blood circulation, promoting tissue oxygenation, fat breakage and the formation of collagen that is responsible for the firmness and elasticity of the skin, to eliminate cellulite. See more about this treatment;
- Vacuum therapy: Suction cups are used that activate blood circulation and suck the skin, helping to eliminate fat and, consequently, cellulite.
As in the treatment for grade 3 cellulitis, lymphatic drainage should also complement the treatment for grade 4 cellulitis.
The surgery for cellulite called subcision can also be a treatment option for grade 3 and grade 4 cellulite as it breaks down the skin depressions that give the orange peel effect, eliminates excess fat and stimulates the formation of collagen.
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