Fed up with dimples clinging to your bottom, legs or even your arms? Tired of watching orange-peel skin spread? It’s time to declare war on cellulite! The trouble is, between women’s magazines, your favourite bloggers and your friends, you’re bombarded with advice of varying effectiveness and you no longer know where to start when it comes to getting rid of cellulite… Don’t worry — we’ve rounded up the 5 essential tips that, when followed consistently, are guaranteed to deliver real results!
Discover our 5 tips for getting your anti-cellulite journey off to the best possible start…
I’m cutting out ready meals and ultra-processed foods
Let the one among us who has never reached for a ready meal to heat up in the microwave cast the first stone! No one? We completely understand, ladies — those ready meals are a lifesaver when you’re short on time… But here’s the thing: they’re generally just as bad for your figure as they are for your health. Ready meals, and ultra-processed foods in general, are packed with additives designed to enhance flavour, texture and shelf life. Among them: salt, fat and sugar. And salt, fat and sugar promote water retention, fat storage, weight gain and the appearance of cellulite, among other things…
To get rid of cellulite, you need to cut these ready meals from your diet — along with ultra-processed foods in general. In practice, that means saying goodbye to all pre-made dishes, as well as soups, biscuits, sugary cereals, dessert creams, pasta sauces… In short, anything that lists “sugar, salt or saturated fats” on the label! Of course, we know it’s not easy to eliminate all of these products overnight, but as a first step, try to reduce your consumption as much as possible!
I’m taking up water sports
Getting active is key to fighting cellulite. If you’re just starting out on your anti-cellulite journey and aren’t sure which sport to choose, go for a water-based activity ! Combining cardio and muscle toning, water sports also let you benefit from the massaging effect of the water — all while protecting your body from impact and potential joint discomfort. They’re excellent options for tackling cellulite! And the choice is yours, so you’re sure to find something that motivates you: aqua cycling, aqua aerobics, swimming, aqua running… All of these will help you wave goodbye to dimples!
I eat fruit or vegetables at every meal
Fruit and vegetables are the cornerstone of an anti-cellulite diet. They’re packed with water and essential nutrients that help smooth away dimples (antioxidants, potassium, fibre…). They support the elimination of fluids, fats and toxins from the body, protect our cells, improve blood circulation and promote healthy digestion. To help get rid of cellulite, make a habit of eating 2 pieces of fruit a day (no more, as they’re still high in sugar) and as many vegetables as you like at lunch and dinner.
I massage myself daily to fight cellulite
Among the habits to adopt right from the start of your anti-cellulite journey, daily pinch-and-roll massages are a must. These massages are absolutely essential for tackling dimples, ladies! The pinch-and-roll technique, recognised by health and beauty professionals as THE go-to anti-cellulite massage, works deep down to break up the fatty deposits responsible for cellulite, restore healthy fluid circulation, drain toxins and visibly smooth the skin. For quick, easy and highly effective massages, use your Cellublue Cups, which faithfully replicate this renowned pinch-and-roll technique.
I cut salt from my cooking
Finally, our last tip for getting rid of cellulite is to cut back on salt in your cooking. By cutting out processed foods as much as possible, as we discussed above, you’ll already drastically reduce your daily salt intake — but you can go even further! Salt contributes to the development of certain conditions (high blood pressure, cardiovascular issues…), and it’s also one of the causes of water retention, poor circulation, and the build-up of fats and toxins… In short, it plays a part in the development of cellulite! In practice, you can say goodbye to salt in your dishes by replacing it with lemon juice, spices, herbs or even seaweed.
With these 5 tips, you now know exactly how to kick off your fight against cellulite, ladies!