Cellulite is a collection of fatty deposits under the surface of the skin. This can cause the skin to have a dimpled or “orange peel” appearance. The most common areas are around the thighs and buttocks.
About 90% of women will have cellulite at some point in their lives, but it is rare for men. For some, cellulite is a cosmetic or aesthetic problem, but it is not harmful to your health. However, there are several studies that show a possible correlation between high levels of cellulite and the risk of certain chronic diseases.
The texture of your skin and the underlying connective tissue determines whether the area is smooth or has the wavy appearance of cellulite. However, there are options for prevention and treatment. Cellulite cannot be prevented, but it can be minimized.
The article examines what cellulite is, its causes, and how to improve it with treatment. However, most often it cannot be removed 100%.
What is cellulite?
Cellulite is fat deposits surrounded by fibrous connective tissue that give the surface of the skin a wrinkled, dimpled appearance. It is most common in the thighs and buttocks.
Beneath the surface of the skin are layers of fat that store energy. Strong collagen fibers and partitions (membranes) connect them to the skin. Eventually, the fibers and septa are stretched or destroyed, and the fat cells grow. Compartments containing fat cells are overflowing and the fibers are pulled down the skin. This is what creates the uneven surface of cellulite.