Do DIY Treatments Like The Cellulite Cup Actually Work?

THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE

While there’s nothing wrong with or bad about cellulite, it is an indicator of poor circulation.
You can’t actually get rid of cellulite by doing one thing, once. Think of cellulite as little
marshmallow-y cushions under your skin that need constant massaging to get the blood flowing, the effect being a less bumpy appearance.

We’re promised that certain foods, vitamins and drinks will all help to get rid of that unforgiving dimpling on our thighs, arms, derrieres, and everywhere in between. There are thousands of products and procedures in the beauty world targeted at diminishing the appearance of cellulite – oils, creams, scrubs, massages and more. We’re even told that certain exercises are going to get rid of cellulite, as if after a few persistent lunges it will vanish without a trace (if only). The reality is that cellulite has a lot to do with genetics, blood circulation and hormones, but there are ways to placate the telltale signs that show up on the surface of the skin. Lotions, oils and creams containing caffeine and other firming ingredients can help lessen the appearance of cellulite by improving the condition of the skin, but it’s unlikely they can change the structure of the cushions under the skin. But can cellulite cups finally be the answer to our cellulite-banishing prayers?

Using an at-home cellulite cup is a non-invasive, deep-tissue therapy that you can perform on yourself by applying medical grade silicone cups. Firstly, start with a body scrub to prep the area – either a cellulite-specific scrub or a general body scrub will do. Next, apply some body oil that will help lubricate the area where you will be using the cellulite cup. Finally, place the cellulite cup/s around your problem areas and either move it around in a circular massage motion or leave several on for around ten minutes before releasing. The cellulite cups are easy to apply – just press them onto your skin and squeeze lightly to create a suction affect. This promotes blood circulation and efficiently helps to drain lymph nodes and eliminate toxins from the body.