Cellulite, also called “orange peel skin” or “cottage cheese,” is what gives your skin a wrinkled, dimpled look. It appears when body fat exerts pressure on the connecting tissues present throughout the body and distorts the skin. It can appear anywhere on the body but is most commonly seen on the buttocks and thighs. Cellulite will likely appear post puberty and can increase in severity with age. It is also more common in women than men, with about 85–90% of women facing it at some point in their lives.
However, cellulite isn’t a serious health condition and rarely requires medical attention. If you are, nevertheless, worried about its appearance, essential oils are a good natural and healthy remedy for you.
Essential oils for cellulite are commonly used in the form of massage oils or bath oils and mostly in blends. Although they greatly contribute to treating cellulite by improving the quality of the skin, they might not be a downright cure. Combine the oils with a healthy diet and a weight loss plan and you’re well on your way to a much healthier body and skin!
Given here are some of the oils that have been seen to reduce cellulite deposits in the body:
1. Grapefruit Essential Oil
Grapefruit essential oil is a regular part of diuretic bath oil blends for cellulite. It flushes out toxins, reduces fat accumulation underneath the skin, improves blood circulation, and helps slim the body when used with topical creams containing caffeine. It is commonly used with vegetable oils, such as olive oil, for massages. It also goes well with a carrier oil like coconut oil for anti-cellulite massages.
CureJoy, excerpt posted on SouthFloridaReporter.com, Sept. 23, 2018
