Orange peel skin tends to settle on the very areas we most want to show off in summer (of course!): thighs, calves, buttocks… To look after your skin, start with a few natural habits and some simple lifestyle tweaks. Below you’ll find practical tips on hydration and diet, the plants worth knowing about, a few common-sense rules for everyday life and the treatments you can build into your routine.
The best natural solutions for orange peel skin
- Make sure you stay well hydrated throughout the day! Opt for still water, plain or with a squeeze of lemon, or green tea.
- Enjoy a varied diet: garlic, onion, almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, fresh fruit, and more. No food makes cellulite disappear on its own. To find out more about circulation, read our dedicated article.
- Go easy on salt and on processed and frozen ready meals: a balanced diet is part of a healthy lifestyle, alongside your care routine for orange peel skin. Replace salt with spices or herbs, a real treat for your taste buds!
- Avoid snacking between meals: aim for 5 small meals a day, meaning 3 proper meals and 2 snacks. This regular rhythm helps you structure your day.
- Certain plants can also find a place in your routine. Think horse chestnut, red vine, witch hazel, meadowsweet… You can brew infusions and herbal teas to sip throughout the day. If you are considering pharmacy preparations made with artichoke, dandelion, liquorice extracts, and more, ask your pharmacist for advice before taking them.
A few common-sense rules…
- Avoid wearing very high heels or overly tight clothing every day: your legs will feel more comfortable.
- Take the stairs instead of heading straight for the lift!
- At the office, avoid crossing your legs and move them regularly. Get up every hour if you can, or simply stretch them out.
- Elevate your feet when lying down.
- Quit smoking! Tobacco can be harmful to your skin.
- Take cold showers every evening. For more ideas, have a look at our body toning tips.
- Take care of yourself! Dedicate a few moments to your skin each week: exfoliants and homemade scrubs, seaweed baths, body massages…
- The CelluBlue is one of the natural care habits you can add to your routine: use it every day and join our Facebook page for our best tips and tricks to get the most out of it!
What about orange peel skin on the bum?
The habits and treatments described above can also be applied to this area. For advice focused on this part of the body, take a look at our article on cellulite on the buttocks.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get rid of orange peel skin on my thighs?
Your thighs don’t need a separate method. The habits in the “A few common-sense rules…” section apply directly to your legs, such as not crossing your legs at the office. Round them off with the regular treatments described just after.
Are there any home remedies for orange peel skin?
Several simple everyday habits fit into this category: still water with a squeeze of lemon, green tea, herbal infusions such as meadowsweet, homemade scrubs, seaweed baths or cold showers in the evening. They fit into an overall routine, alongside a varied diet and everyday activity.
Can I take herbal remedies or pharmacy preparations without asking for advice?
Ask your pharmacist or GP for advice before taking plants or preparations, especially if you are pregnant, on medication or have a health condition. They can tell you what is suitable for you.
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Useful categories: Anti-Cellulite Tips.
The cream that smooths the appearance of orange peel skin* and tones the skin
*Consumer test on 22 volunteers over 2 weeks, participants' self-assessment.
- Smooths the appearance of orange peel skin on the thighs, buttocks and stomach
- Caffeine & Green Coffee, the two benchmark active ingredients in body care
- Melting texture: absorbs in seconds and leaves the skin feeling comfortable
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
The scrub that leaves skin smooth and skin texture refined*
*User test on 21 volunteers over 4 weeks, based on participants' feedback.
- Olive & apricot kernels: these natural grains gently sweep away dead skin cells
- Caffeine & monoi scent, so your shower instantly smells like a holiday
- In the shower, two to three times a week, massaging your thighs, bottom and stomach
