what is cellulite and is there a treatment for that skin disorder?
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Cellulite is simply the "cottage cheese" appearance that occurs primarily on the thighs and buttocks but occasionally elsewhere. Women generally have a worse problem with cellulite than men. Cellulite is essentially just fat, and the dimpled appearance is due to the way the fat collects beneath the skin. It is very hard to get rid of.\n\nHowever, I did notice that after I lost weight by watching what I ate and exercizing daily, and I slimmed down to a tiny size 3, most of my cellulite disappeared. I have gained ten pounds since then and some of it is back. I would like to think that the various anti-cellulite "skin firming" creams the sell in drugstores would work, but I don't think they really do. As for the high-priced cellulite treatments they perform in spas, the improvement is termporary, minimal, and very expensive.\n\nThe best thing to do if you have cellulite is to exercize regularly, eat healthy foods, and wear clothes that cover it up!
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yes you can excercise, but what else can you do...a old russian once said this to me "what are the directions on celullite creams...it says to rub on in a circular fashion....just like russian massage!"\n\nso go find a Russian massage therapist...they dont need be Russian, but find one and you'll lose more cellulite from this massage than any cream you can ever buy....\n\nbasically he said, "tis not the cream that gets rid of the cellulite...but YOU rubbing your hand and fingers of the affected areas"\n\nsee, they got you paying money for something you could do everyday for a hour with oil and your hand....its so true...i swear.
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How is granuloma annulare treated?\n\nBecause granuloma annulare may be symptomless, no treatment is needed. The lesions may go away by themselves in a few months. Some may take years.\n\nHowever, if there are many areas, or ones that are cosmetically undesirable, there are several options. Your dermatologist may prescribe a steroid cream to apply, or inject steroids directly into the spot to help it disappear faster. Steroids can thin the skin and should be used according to your dermatologist’s directions.\n\nPUVA is a special kind of ultraviolet light therapy. It is sometimes used for people with widespread disease under the close supervision of a dermatologist. The major side effect of PUVA is sunburn-type reactions. Other oral medications may be indicated. It is important to see a dermatologist and get the correct diagnosis and the appropriate therapy.
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1. get a massage oil containing cypress and juniper\n2. drink cranberry juice\n3. go to your local salon and get a Galvanic body treatment (eliminates toxins, which cause dimpling)\n4. reduce the intake of processed foods\n5. have a massage to break down the 'hard fat' (cellulite)
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cellulite, simply put, is nothing but fat. Specifically, it is subcutaneous body fat, or the top layer of fat just underneath the skin. Cellulite takes on its dimpled appearance when 'sunlight and a natural loss of oestrogen cause the skin to thin and lose its elasticity over time,' says Tom Sanders, a professor of nutrition at King's College, University of London. 'We all store fat underneath the skin, and like a string net stretched over meat at the butchers, the skin acts as a net covering fat, which pokes through the pockets and forms dimples,' Professor Sanders explains. The truth is that men and women both suffer from cellulite's unsightly effects, but men tend to have less of it because they have more muscle and body hair and less body fat than women.\n\n'Creams may increase blood flow to the cellulite-ridden area and help break up the fat, but it won't get rid of it,' adds Professor Sanders. He suggests that the negative perception of cellulite was created by the cosmetic and slimming industries to make women feel insecure about their bodies so that they'll spend more money on products.\n\nModerate exercise combined with sensible nutrition and adequate rest is the solution\n\n the best exercises are based on a good resistance programme, such as yoga, Pilates, conventional strength training or a combination of all three. 'The goal is to isolate the muscles and build up lean tissue in both your big and small muscles.The reasoning behind this is that muscles require more energy than fat to function, so increasing your lean tissue raises your metabolic rate (the speed at which you burn calories). As a result you burn more body fat.Futhermore, even when your muscles are at rest, they require fuel to recover from exertion. So the more muscle you have, the more fuel you need - and the more calories you burn.\nTo build up lean tissue do two or three total body resistance workouts a week.
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cellulite is the beauty industries word for fat. You get rid of it by loosing weight, but you can't get rid of it all, nor should you feel pressured too. Absolutely do not diet while you are pregnant. Pregnant women are encouraged to take aerobics classes designed for them and such to make the pregnancy as well as labor easier. Adding muscle tone will help to eliminate the look of cellulite. But your gonna have  a baby, don't worry about what you look like, just try to be healthy and happy.
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Sorry dear, NOTHING gets rid of cellulite. It's party genetic and it can happen no matter what you weigh. The good news is that it can be minimized. The new body firming creams can help for a short term. They must be used for at least a month and then continue to be used for it to work. Actually massage of any kind and moisture (Lotion) to the area help. Aerobic exercise helps by firming skin and muscle which help the appearance. And tanning cream actually because tan skin looks slimer than pale (but DONT tan in the sun or tanning bed!!!!!! cancer is always bad)
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I was going to say sounds like celluite but cellulite is not tender! It's just a mass of fatty tissue under the skin that is not smooth.  \n\nNot all tumors are fast growers. It could be benign one, but only a doctor can tell u.  Since your lossing weight, it wouldn't hurt to be ck out by physcian to ensure it's fat ur burning and not a loss of muscle.\n\nYou do know that cyst can form in the knee area= most common is Baker's cyst.  Definately go to the doctor or orthopedics specialist. You may be injurying your knee area.
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This is a skin condition.\n\n(see below)\nKeratosis pilaris is a skin condition commonly seen on the upper arms, buttocks and thighs. The skin cells that normally flake off as a fine dust from the skin form plugs in the hair follicles. These appear as small pimples that have a dry ''sandpaper'' feeling. They are usually white but sometimes rather red. They usually don't itch or hurt.\n\nKeratosis pilaris is particularly common in teenagers on the upper arms. It may occur in babies where it tends to be most obvious on the cheeks. It may remain for years but generally gradually disappears usually before age 30. Keratosis pilaris is unsightly but completely harmless. It is usually worse during the winter months or other times of low humidity when skin dries out, and may worsen during pregnancy or after childbirth.\n \nTreatment of keratosis pilaris is not necessary, and unfortunately often has disappointing results. With persistence, most people can get very satisfactory improvement. Initial treatment should be intensive moisturizing. Try a cream such as Acid mantle, Vaseline or Complex 15 after bathing, and re-apply the cream again several times daily.\n\nIf this does not help, change to a medicated cream containing urea (Curel, Carmol-20) or alpha-hydroxy acids (Aqua Glycolic, Lacticare) applied twice daily - it may be too irritating to use more often. More aggressive home treatment can be done if ones skin can tolerate it. The plugged pores can be removed by taking long, hot soaking tub baths and then rubbing the areas with a coarse washcloth, stiff brush, or 'Buf-Puf'.\n\nPrescription medicines that may help include antibiotics (Erythromycin, Bactrim) if the spots are very red and Tazorac Cream. Tazorac, a relative of vitamin A, may cause irritation in some people.
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could be psoriasis. go to a dermatologist and they will tell you how to treat it
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Someone mension coco butter... do it and eat lots of vegetables and other nutrients that support the skin. If you are young the body will fade the damages out in time if you keep healthy, exercise, pinto beans,greens, are just a few things, off the top of my head, u can do for this problem.\n\ngood luck !
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Been there and found that all of the expensive creams are just an added expense.  The solution I found was to add lunges (3 sets of 15) and squats (3 sets of 15) to your existing workout.  Lunges and squats really target the thighs and butts area.  While cellulite won't disappear by tightening your muscles it smooths the skin making it less noticeable and giving you a toned and fit look.  Trust me it works.  Try adding to your routine at least 3 times a week for about a month and you will see a noticeable difference.  Also limit your amounts of fried and greasy foods and of course, plenty of water.
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Cellulite is genetic.\n\nI believe there are some creams and procedures that may help reduce the sight of cellulite.\n\nHowever, it wouldn't hurt to tone up that area by weightlifting and working out.
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The condition is called keratosis pilaris. A dermatologist may be able to prescribe some sort of cream to treat them, but what works for me is just to exfoliate in the shower about twice a week. I use a loofah or Buf-Puf and an exfoliating scrub (the one I like best is St. Ives, but there are lots of them on the market). It works almost immediately, and I can go for months afterwards with no bumps. If they come back, I just exfoliate again.
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I have it. There is no cure, only treatment. I use MetroGel 1% on my face and avoid triggers like alcohol.  Many light skinned people age 30-50 get it and it can be mild or quite severe. It's also very misdiagnosed at first because it only appears as flushing at first.  As it progresses, it is easier for dermatologists to diagnose it.\n\nThere are many herbal and natural remedies people use to help control it. One of them is Burdock in tincture form.
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I have the same problem....i looked all over online and I found this E 70 Cellutone by dermafresh i put it on after I took a shower every day i didnt even have to rub it in and it takes about 7 minutes to dry the next morning you wake up your legs feel like you've been working them out for hours so it works i've been using it for 2 weeks and the cellulite is totally gone and i even lost 2 1/2 inches on my legs i could't believe it you can get this at www.dermafresh.com to order but i found it at Walgreens for $14.99 i hope i could help:)
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A chronic skin condition....