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 the appearance of 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, particularly in the form of dimples. On top of that, the skin becomes thinner and blood and lymphatic circulation can become less efficient. Finally, metabolism tends to slow with age, meaning the body uses less energy at rest. Combined, these factors can encourage cellulite to appear or make it more visible.
Arms, thighs: commonly affected areas
Dimples can be visible on different areas: the thighs and buttocks, but also the stomach, calves, knees or arms. Every woman is different, and these areas can change over time.
The following tips apply to all these areas: move regularly with gentle activities, take care of your skin every day and rethink what’s on your plate. For your massage sessions, an anti-cellulite cupping cup can be used on the arms as well as on the thighs.
To limit its appearance, here are a few simple tips we’re sharing with you today!
After 50, keep moving
Whether you’re 20, 40 or 60, moving is essential! As well as helping you stay in shape, physical activity has its place in fighting the appearance of cellulite and maintaining your muscle tone. That said, we wouldn’t recommend throwing yourself into an intensive HIIT or boot camp programme — not always suitable when you’re getting back into exercise, and demanding on the joints! Instead, opt for low-impact activities such as aqua aerobics, elliptical training, aqua cycling, yoga or Pilates. If you have any medical concerns, ask your doctor for advice before getting back into physical activity.
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 firming treatments, applied with massage, to care for your skin and fight the appearance of cellulite. 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…
After 50, rethink your diet
After 50, as at any age, what’s on your plate is part of an overall balanced lifestyle. No single food can make cellulite disappear on its own: the idea is rather to limit salt and highly processed products, and to focus on a varied diet. For practical ideas, read our article on the foods to put on the menu.
As a general rule, limit foods that are too fatty, too salty or too sugary, as well as foods cooked in oil and alcohol. Eaten in excess, they encourage weight gain and provide few nutrients.
Prioritise vegetables, lean proteins and legumes — and don’t forget to drink enough water every day!
Alongside these anti-cellulite tips, and if you have no particular medical concerns (if in doubt, ask a doctor for advice), try our Anti-Cellulite Pack, which replicates and amplifies the effects of the pinch-and-roll massage technique. Super easy to use, it can be used for 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 to use on the stomach, arms, calves, thighs, buttocks and knees
- 1 Orange-Peel Massager to complement your massage sessions
- 1 Cellulite Scrub to exfoliate 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 find plenty of tips and recipes to fight the appearance of cellulite.
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