Rubbing cellulite away?

autumnpennell
autumnpennell Posts: 196 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Hi guys,

So I was just reading some forums about getting rid of cellulite and a number of women said they rubbed their cellulite prone areas in the shower with sea salt and could see differences in about two weeks? I am wanting to talk to someone this may have had worked for personally. How long does an area need to be rubbed for? Desperate need of removing cellulite! Any advice helps! Thanks!
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  • coliema
    coliema Posts: 7,646 Member
    Posting because I'm interested in seeing the replies :smile:

    I bought a cellulite rub once from Avon a few months ago, I haven't tried it yet, but I will start today and see if that makes a difference.
  • findfan4ever
    findfan4ever Posts: 153 Member
    If you think of cellulite as fat stores, you will soon realize you have to burn cellulite off. There are many treatments and remedies out there, however there is no scientific or medical research to back up their claims.

    It seem the best treatment is a healthy diet with exercise.
  • findfan4ever
    findfan4ever Posts: 153 Member
    Oop. I forgot to post this link:

    http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/149465.php/
  • autumnpennell
    autumnpennell Posts: 196 Member
    If you think of cellulite as fat stores, you will soon realize you have to burn cellulite off. There are many treatments and remedies out there, however there is no scientific or medical research to back up their claims.

    It seem the best treatment is a healthy diet with exercise.

    I weigh 131.6 and I'm 5'4'' so I'm technically in the "healthy" range for my height/weight ratio. Why then do I still have it?
  • nickmast78
    nickmast78 Posts: 65
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!
  • juscallmeb
    juscallmeb Posts: 369 Member
    i think it has to relate to % of body fat....

    please note "i think"
    :)
  • chocolateandpb
    chocolateandpb Posts: 438 Member
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!

    I've been a dancer my entire life, have legs of steel, and I still have it. It's called genetics.
  • myfitnessnmhoy
    myfitnessnmhoy Posts: 2,105 Member
    It seem the best treatment is a healthy diet with exercise.

    I wonder how many calories you burn by rubbing the spot with sea salt or unicorn horn powder? Maybe it DOES work, but for a different reason. :laugh:

    But, yeah, eat at a deficit, work out lots, lift to make the loss as much fat and as little muscle as possible.
  • IndigoVA
    IndigoVA Posts: 164 Member
    I read somewhere (and I can't remember where now) that it's not the product you use, so much as the rubbing action that helps diminish cellulite. Something about regularly rubbing/massaging those areas helps increase blood flow and makes the skin look smoother, but it's not going to be a miracle cure.
  • AmberMahfouz
    AmberMahfouz Posts: 316
    I used to do it with coffee grinds, and it works, slightly. Cellulite is your fat that has grouped together and thats why there are dimples. The Indented parts are the not fatty parts. You need to drink a lot of water. Also, you will have to rub it in a hot shower, and rub it hard, hard, hard. Depending on how bad yours is you can probably see results quickly, but it will definitely work better with exercise.
    This might seem stupid, but I actually let my husband punch/karate chop my legs to help break up the fat. It really does work, you might be sore, but you would need to do it often.
  • juscallmeb
    juscallmeb Posts: 369 Member
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!

    i lift weights and still have cellulite- eat decent and run - still have some problem areas.
    but thanks for the "compliment'
    :)
  • taiyola
    taiyola Posts: 964 Member
    Bump!!! :mad:
  • Loulady
    Loulady Posts: 511 Member
    Yeah, massage can help a little, but I guess only if you keep it up:

    http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cellulite/DS00891/DSECTION=alternative-medicine
  • TylerJ76
    TylerJ76 Posts: 4,375 Member
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!

    :huh:
    *shakes head*
  • BOLO4Hagtha
    BOLO4Hagtha Posts: 396 Member
    Cellulite, the true equal opportunity hater.
  • autumnpennell
    autumnpennell Posts: 196 Member
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!


    STFU. I've been a dancer my entire life, have legs of steel, and I still have it. It's called genetics.

    yeah, i've always had a curvy body. actually i have a dancer's body (but i'm not a dancer). thick legs, big booty. and i've been working my butt off. i have noticed it slowly reducing. it just seems like now that i'm in the healthy range it's still there. ugh
  • juscallmeb
    juscallmeb Posts: 369 Member
    keep up the hard work.. it does take time. If you are seeing a difference then that's awesome! good for you :)
  • nickmast78
    nickmast78 Posts: 65
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!


    STFU. I've been a dancer my entire life, have legs of steel, and I still have it. It's called genetics.

    This wasn't meant to be an insult but thanks for the negative reply. I'm just saying, if what you are currently doing isn't working for you, try changing it up.

    Edit: For the people shaking their heads. http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/gideons14.htm

    Another source http://www.lizahughes.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=102:strength-training-will-reduce-cellulite&catid=43:2011-archives

    And another http://www.livestrong.com/article/271359-cellulite-reduction-through-strength-training/
  • psuLemon
    psuLemon Posts: 38,428 MFP Moderator
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!


    STFU. I've been a dancer my entire life, have legs of steel, and I still have it. It's called genetics.

    What is your body fat %? If it isn't low enough, then you will increase the chances of having cellulite, regardless if you are a dancer, hockey player or whatever.
  • chocolateandpb
    chocolateandpb Posts: 438 Member
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!


    STFU. I've been a dancer my entire life, have legs of steel, and I still have it. It's called genetics.

    What is your body fat %? If it isn't low enough, then you will increase the chances of having cellulite, regardless if you are a dancer, hockey player or whatever.

    It's currently 18%. I suffered a horrible injury in December which resulted in me having to be completely sedentary for several months, so I'm still working to get my body back. But I've had cellulite since I was 12, no matter how skinny or how muscular I am, it's always there. I do dry brushing each morning, and exfoliate with coffee and yogurt in the shower, and drink tons of water and eat a very clean vegetarian diet. I stand by my "it's genetics" statement.
  • psuLemon
    psuLemon Posts: 38,428 MFP Moderator
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!


    STFU. I've been a dancer my entire life, have legs of steel, and I still have it. It's called genetics.

    What is your body fat %? If it isn't low enough, then you will increase the chances of having cellulite, regardless if you are a dancer, hockey player or whatever.

    It's currently 18%. I suffered a horrible injury in December which resulted in me having to be completely sedentary for several months, so I'm still working to get my body back. But I've had cellulite since I was 12, no matter how skinny or how muscular I am, it's always there. I do dry brushing each morning, and exfoliate with coffee and yogurt in the shower, and drink tons of water and eat a very clean vegetarian diet. I stand by my "it's genetics" statement.

    I don't discount that genetics play a part of it, but if you were 14% then, it might be different. Also, have you ever looked at what your body fat % is just for that area. I only have 9% body fat in my legs but 18% in my stomach with overall body fat around 12%. So if you are storing your body fat in your legs, then that is what you have to eliminate the fat.
  • chocolateandpb
    chocolateandpb Posts: 438 Member

    It's currently 18%. I suffered a horrible injury in December which resulted in me having to be completely sedentary for several months, so I'm still working to get my body back. But I've had cellulite since I was 12, no matter how skinny or how muscular I am, it's always there. I do dry brushing each morning, and exfoliate with coffee and yogurt in the shower, and drink tons of water and eat a very clean vegetarian diet. I stand by my "it's genetics" statement.

    I don't discount that genetics play a part of it, but if you were 14% then, it might be different. Also, have you ever looked at what your body fat % is just for that area. I only have 9% body fat in my legs but 18% in my stomach with overall body fat around 12%. So if you are storing your body fat in your legs, then that is what you have to eliminate the fat.

    Hmm, I honestly had no idea you could measure body fat % for just one specific area! How is that done anyway? I think 14% body fat overall would be pretty difficult for me to achieve, and that's not what I'm going for anyway - I like having feminine curves, breasts, hips, and a nice round booty. :wink:
  • ashnm88
    ashnm88 Posts: 748
    Cellulite everyone can have..even the fittest people.
  • Bobby_Clerici
    Bobby_Clerici Posts: 1,828 Member
    If you think of cellulite as fat stores, you will soon realize you have to burn cellulite off. There are many treatments and remedies out there, however there is no scientific or medical research to back up their claims.

    It seem the best treatment is a healthy diet with exercise.
    Maybe all the exercise they get rubbing the salt in.....:laugh:
    Does this ever end?
    No offense, but when will people just accept that diet and exercise is the only valid path?
    There are no magic wands, miracle pills, macro revelations, far eastern discoveries, exotic enzymes, divination or hidden roots or berries from the rain forest..
    Just eat right and exercise.
    End of story :smokin:
  • CaSome11
    CaSome11 Posts: 38 Member
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!

    First of all: rude.
    Second: you're*


    People of all shapes and sizes have cellulite. I agree with those that say eat right and exercise, and you'll eventually see results. Toning up is key. Also, love yourself, cellulite and all! :wink:
  • delaney056
    delaney056 Posts: 475
    Cellulite is no indication of how fit you are, because some of the most fit women still have cellulite.
  • ElementalEscapee
    ElementalEscapee Posts: 552 Member
    Because your skinny fat.

    Ladies, pick up the weights!


    STFU. I've been a dancer my entire life, have legs of steel, and I still have it. It's called genetics.

    I don't recall dancing as being the same as weight lifting. *cough*
  • vacherin
    vacherin Posts: 192
    The only way of reducing cellulite is exercise, and not drinking alcohol (any, ever). And even that only reduces it - it doesn't get rid completely.
  • delaney056
    delaney056 Posts: 475
    The only way of reducing cellulite is exercise, and not drinking alcohol (any, ever). And even that only reduces it - it doesn't get rid completely.

    This.
  • rainbowbow
    rainbowbow Posts: 7,490 Member
    yeah... it might reduce the appearance but i don't think it will get rid of it. This will likely happen with FAT LOSS. :)

    I use "Buffy" by Lush.
    http://www.lushusa.com/Buffy/02127,en_US,pd.html

    and it makes them look damn nice.
    Best of luck!

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