You may not know it, but cellulite and hormones are closely linked in women. It’s not uncommon to see dimples appear or worsen during periods of hormonal upheaval, such as adolescence, pregnancy or menopause. Yet it is entirely possible to keep fighting orange-peel skin after 50 — and at any age!
Why does cellulite appear or worsen at menopause?
During menopause, oestrogen levels in the body drop, and this decline can often lead to a loss of muscle mass and an increase in body fat. In practical terms, the body becomes more prone to storing fat as dimples beneath the skin. On top of that, the skin becomes thinner and blood and lymphatic circulation can deteriorate. Finally, metabolism tends to slow with age, meaning the body burns less energy — and therefore less fat. These combined factors trigger the worsening or onset of cellulite in women.
To prevent or address this, here are a few simple tips we’re sharing with you today!
To get rid of cellulite after 50, keep moving
Whether you’re 20, 40 or 60, exercise is essential! As well as helping you stay in shape, it helps fight fat build-up and cellulite by boosting circulation and metabolism. That said, we wouldn’t recommend throwing yourself into an intensive HIIT or boot camp programme — far too demanding on your body! Instead, opt for low-impact activities such as aqua aerobics, elliptical training, aqua cycling, yoga or Pilates.
Take care of your skin
As oestrogen levels fall, skin can become thinner, more fragile and less firm — so it deserves some extra attention! Reach for hydrating and slimming treatments that help smooth, tone and target stored fat. Build a daily wellness routine with targeted skincare. As well as doing wonders for your skin, these rituals will quickly become a must-have moment of relaxation…
To get rid of cellulite after 50, rethink your diet
If you want to tackle cellulite after 50, it’s time to take a closer look at what’s on your plate: cut out foods that encourage water retention and fat storage, and focus on detox, anti-cellulite foods.
As a general rule, avoid foods that are too fatty, too salty or too sugary, as well as fried foods and alcohol. These are the main culprits behind the build-up of fat and toxins in the body.
Prioritise vegetables, lean proteins and legumes — and don’t forget to drink plenty of water every day!
Alongside these slimming and anti-cellulite tips, and if you have no specific concerns related to poor circulation, try our Anti-Cellulite Pack, which replicates and amplifies the effects of the pinch-and-roll massage technique. Super easy to use, it works on all types of cellulite, anywhere on your body.
The Anti-Cellulite Method Pack contains:
- 2 massage oils specially formulated to prepare the skin for the pinch-and-roll technique
- 1 Cupping Cup designed to suction and break down cellulite on the stomach, arms, calves, thighs, buttocks and knees.
- 1 Orange-Peel Massager to drain broken-down dimples and smooth orange-peel skin
- 1 Cellulite Scrub to smooth the skin
- 2 anti-cellulite coaching guides in PDF format: to be used from day one with your cupping cups, these guides offer a complete 21-day coaching programme featuring workout routines, menu ideas and recipes, as well as dedicated anti-cellulite sessions. You’ll discover the best tips and recipes to fight cellulite.