People often mistakenly think that caring for cellulite-prone skin is all about combining exercise and a healthy diet. Yet while physical activity and a balanced diet are important, other simple habits also have their place in your routine! Hydration, walking, sleep, managing stress, massage and clothing… Let’s take a closer look at 11 things you may not have known about caring for your skin every day.
To care for cellulite-prone skin, know your enemy!
Did you know? There are mainly three types of cellulite: water retention, fibrous and fatty. Some people even have mixed cellulite. It’s important to know which type you have, as the approaches to consider, particularly when it comes to skincare and massage, may vary. To find out your cellulite type, click here!
To take care of yourself, you need to drink enough
By “drink”, we of course mean “drink water”! Limit fizzy drinks, processed fruit juices and alcohol… Many fizzy drinks and processed fruit juices can be high in sugar, so, like alcohol, they’re best kept for occasional treats as part of a balanced diet. Choose still water instead. For variety, why not try fruit-infused water? Nothing could be easier: choose your favourite fruits and cut them into small pieces, then leave them to infuse overnight in cold water in the fridge. In the morning, you’ll have a refreshing and delicious drink that may encourage you to drink more!
Also read: How and why to drink more water every day?
For a balanced diet, limit foods with little nutritional value
Yes, when you eat a balanced diet, you can enjoy a bit of everything. However, some foods offer very little nutritional value. These include processed meats, alcohol, white sugar and saturated fats. It’s therefore best to limit them as part of a balanced diet.
Also read: Why is alcohol a disaster for cellulite?
To care for cellulite-prone skin, walk
To care for cellulite-prone skin, try walking briskly for at least 45 minutes a day. Get off the bus a few stops early, walk to pick up the children from school or go for a stroll with your friends… It may not seem like much, but this habit is easy to fit into your day and makes a nice complement to your skincare routine!
To feel good in your body, you need to meditate
Surprising, isn’t it? And yet, it makes sense: during busy, stressful periods, our good habits can sometimes slip, whether that means more snacking, restless nights or less motivation to get moving… So to care for your skin and figure, make time for yourself and stay zen…
Also read: Stress and weight gain: is there a link?
To feel your best, you need to sleep
Just like meditation, sleep is an important part of taking care of yourself every day. A good night’s sleep often gives you more energy to resist snacking, stop endlessly putting off your workouts and keep your spirits up when faced with that orange-peel appearance… Off to bed!
For your comfort, take care of your legs
Regular movement is one of the good habits that form part of a healthy lifestyle, whatever your type of cellulite. You can exercise, of course, but don’t forget your plate: vary the fruit and vegetables in your diet to get a range of vitamins. Kiwi fruit and citrus fruits contain vitamin C, vegetable oils contain vitamin E, and many colourful fruits also provide flavonoids.
Try the kneading-and-rolling massage at home!
The kneading-and-rolling massage technique involves kneading the skin to work on dimples. It targets the areas where cellulite is most visible, such as the thighs or buttocks, while offering a genuine moment of self-care.
But did you know you can perform this massage yourself? You can try doing it by hand, but it can be tricky and you’re more likely to hurt your fingers than enjoy the massage… We recommend using your Anti-Cellulite Cupping Cup instead. Thanks to its suction effect, it recreates the kneading-and-rolling motion and can be used on the different areas where orange-peel skin is visible.
The cupping tool that replicates pinching and rolling, 3 minutes per zone
- The professionals' technique, at home: you lift, glide, and release, and the tool grips the skin fold like a manual pinching and rolling
- Soft silicone that fits thighs, buttocks, stomach, and arms
- 3 minutes per zone, every day, always with a massage oil so the tool glides
To move more every day, squeeze your glutes!
Squeeze your glutes whenever you remember, take the stairs instead of the lift, and choose a bike over the car, even for a short distance. These small actions will help you move more throughout the day.
And what about cellulite on the buttocks?
Many of you ask about this area. Good news: several tips in this article apply directly to it. For skincare, the Anti-Cellulite Cupping Cup lets you recreate the kneading-and-rolling massage on your buttocks.
For more variety in your drinks, try green tea
Green tea is a drink that contains several polyphenols. Unsweetened, it’s a good way to add variety to your drinks and may encourage you to drink more, alongside water. Simply remember to enjoy it in moderation because of its caffeine content, and avoid drinking it in the evening!
For greater comfort, say goodbye to skinny jeans
Wearing clothes that are too tight compresses the tissues and is not ideal for your comfort. It’s therefore an important point not to overlook if you want to take care of your body: regularly wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes that allow you to feel at ease, without the feeling of compression around areas affected by orange-peel skin.
Frequently asked questions
Which daily habits can I adopt if I have cellulite-prone skin?
There is no single approach. You can include a range of everyday habits in your routine, such as drinking enough water, limiting white sugar, alcohol and processed meats, walking briskly, getting enough sleep, making time for yourself and avoiding clothes that are too tight. Knowing your type of cellulite — water retention, fibrous or fatty — may also help you consider which skincare and massage habits suit you.
How can I reduce the appearance of cellulite?
No single tip will make cellulite disappear overnight. The idea is rather to combine several habits: physical activity, a balanced diet, hydration, sleep and kneading-and-rolling massage, for example with a cupping cup. What matters most is sticking with these habits consistently. If you have any health-related questions, ask your doctor for advice.
Are exercise and diet enough when it comes to cellulite?
They are important, but they’re not the whole story. Sleep, managing stress, hydration, massage and choosing comfortable clothes are also among the small habits that have their place in caring for cellulite-prone skin. Each one is covered in the sections of this article.
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