One of the most common questions asked about cellulite removal is whether cellulite cream actually works. This is not surprising given the huge range of creams that are currently on the market and the new brands that are being released every year.
In fact, every major skincare company makes one: Neutrogena, Dove, Nivea, Vaseline, Hergens, Elizabeth Arden and Clarins. Other popular but smaller brands include Revitol, Dermology, Murad, Adonia and Fat Girl Slim. Most of these brands range in price from $5 to $58.
How Does Cellulite Cream Work?
Anti cellulite cream will not permanently remove cellulite but it can effectively reduce its appearance while you are using it. This means it can be a relatively easy way to enable you to start showing off your arms and legs again in a matter of weeks. Most creams work by tightening and firming the skin and penetrating the top layer in order to rejuvenate the cells and connective tissue, and increase blood flow.
Does Cellulite Cream Really Work?
Many women expect that anti cellulite cream will work in one or two applications. However, most creams require at least two to three applications daily for four weeks or more. As a result, a large number of the women who are disappointed with the results from a lotion did not apply it often enough or for too short a period.
Another common reason why a woman maybe disappointed in the results from a treatment cream is that her cellulite is particularly stubborn or severe. If you have being using a cream as instructed by the manufacturer and have not been seeing the expected results, it maybe practical for you to investigate continue using the cream along with more intensive spa treatments like Endermologie, Ionithermie or body wraps.
Ingredients
It is unquestionable that cellulite creams are very popular and that it can be an effective method for cellulite reduction. But how effective a particular brand of lotion can be is dependent on the ingredients and their quality.
There are a number of key ingredients that you want to see in a cellulite cream. A lotion won’t have all of the following ingredients but you want to see at least one or two:
Caffeine is one of the most common ingredients found in anti cellulite lotions. It works by increasing the blood flow to the problem area and this helps to remove toxins and fluid that has built up in the fat cells. Consuming caffeine through coffee or soda will not work as it can’t reach the cellulite. In contrast, topical creams containing caffeine can be directly applied to the problem areas.
Aminophylline is best known as a medication for asthma and is derivative of theophylline which is used to relax muscles. It is thought that aminophylline turns fat cells into fatty acids so that the body can remove it from the system more easily. It is important that cream containing this ingredient is kept away from heat.
Retinols are often found in anti wrinkle treatment lotions and are used to improve the texture of the skin. It helps to smooth and firm the skin in order to even out the lumps and bumps.
AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acids) accelerates the removal of dead cells from the outer layer of skin.
