About to turn 30 and worried about losing your firm, smooth skin? While certain changes that can trigger or worsen cellulite do tend to happen around this age, don’t panic — you’re not destined to see dimples multiply! Here are our tips for keeping orange peel skin at bay, even after 30.
Why does cellulite tend to get worse after 30?
Around the age of 30, a woman’s body goes through changes that can trigger or worsen cellulite.
First of all, the average age of first-time mothers is around 29. In preparation for a potential pregnancy, the body tends to store more fat, leading to the appearance of small rolls and cellulite — especially around the hips, thighs and buttocks. This can happen even if having a baby is the last thing on your mind!
During pregnancy, the body builds up fat reserves to meet the energy needs of both mother and baby, and to prepare for a potential breastfeeding phase. Once again, these fats are stored… in the form of dimples!
On top of that, scientific studies have shown that after 30, our bodies burn fat less efficiently. Muscle mass also builds more slowly. So if you’re not exercising, muscle can gradually give way to fat — and as you know, fat doesn’t just show up as a few extra pounds, it also feeds that stubborn cellulite!
The last factor that contributes to the appearance or worsening of cellulite around 30 is increased water retention. Among the triggers at this age are pregnancy and hormonal contraception. Water retention impairs blood and lymphatic circulation, which can eventually lead to water-based cellulite.
Now that you know why cellulite may appear or worsen around 30, here are the good habits to adopt right now to get ahead of it!
What can you do to prevent or reduce cellulite after 30?
Don’t worry — your thirtieth birthday won’t trigger an immediate and irreversible outbreak of dimples! That said, to keep orange peel skin from spreading, here are a few everyday habits worth adopting…
- Cut back on refined sugar: simply put, refined sugar consumed through food is converted into fat, which is then stored as fatty deposits — in other words, cellulite. Before 30, the body is fairly good at drawing on these reserves and getting rid of them. After 30, not so much. So to avoid the build-up, cut back on sugar!
- Massage regularly: regular massage helps boost blood and lymphatic circulation, which supports the body in flushing out accumulated fluids and toxins. A good massage also breaks down the fatty deposits responsible for cellulite, helping to eliminate it. The most effective technique for this is the pinch-and-roll massage! To do it easily, effectively and quickly at home, grab your Cellublue Cup.
- Exercise regularly: before 30, your metabolism still burns fat fairly easily. To keep it that way, it’s essential to maintain your muscle mass through regular physical activity. Ideally, aim for 3 sessions of 45 minutes per week, alternating between strength training and cardio.
- Drain and detox: after 30, to prevent water-based cellulite linked to water retention, make sure to include so-called “diuretic” foods in your diet. These foods are known to help the body eliminate water and toxins, supporting healthy circulation.
The easiest way to incorporate them into your daily routine is to opt for a draining supplement. The Cellublue 15-day anti-cellulite programme contains 13 highly effective active ingredients, including red vine, guarana, green tea, cherry stems, pineapple and artichoke. It helps you maintain or restore healthy circulation — and keep water-based cellulite at bay!
So, are you ready to look and feel your best as you turn 30?