I hear women quipping all the time about “cottage cheese thighs.” They're referred to as orange peel, hail storms, the mattress phenomenon and more commonly…cellulite.
Cellulite is just a term that describes the dimpling of the skin. It is most common in women and usually occurs on the thighs, butt, hips and arms. Contrary to popular belief it is not caused by excess weight. Thin people are just as likely to have it. Genes are actually the most important factor in determining whether you have it or not. It is not a disease but it is unfortunately treated as one in our society.
There are so many “cellulite cures”, creams, potions and lotions all swearing on the stars that they will banish those bumps forever. They are lying. I will say it again. Lies. To this point in time, there is no scientific proof that the appearance of cellulite can be fixed with a pill, cream or surgery. It is part of your genetic make-up and so therefore it is no different than some people having brown hair, or blue eyes, or baldness, or a small or big nose. Somebody (the media, and it’s audience) decided that it was bad and now women everywhere are giving up their paychecks to buy the latest and greatest cure all.
I understand the want to get rid of it, for I have been seduced by the idea that it is unattractive just as much as the rest of you. Nonetheless, I remind everyone that in the 1800’s, cellulite was considered beautiful.
Check out the lady on the right.
But Sarah, I still hate it, what can I do?
Well my friends, here are a few options:
1) Some creams and lotions will diminish the appearance for a brief stint. If you are planning on lounging in a bikini all day, it couldn’t hurt to rub some cellulite cream into your thighs. It’s generally over-priced, but if you can afford it and it makes you more confident, then do it. The caffeine tightens up the blood vessels and will make the skin look smoother for a short time.
