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What to do for cellulite?

How cellulite develops and what you can do about it


First of all it should be said that about 85-95% of all women have cellulite and it is absolutely normal. It is not a disease, you can not choose it and yet it is the nightmare of many women and also men in Switzerland. Nevertheless, you can prevent and even fight this so-called orange peel skin. We explain how it develops, what cellulite actually is and what you can do against it. In addition to this information, we also give valuable tips on how to fight cellulite in women and men.

Cellulite for women & men

What is cellulite actually?


Cellulite is a dimple-like change of the skin surface, which usually appears in the area of the buttocks, hips and thighs. The technical term of cellulite is dermopanniculosis deformans, also called orange peel skin or incorrectly cellulitis. Cellulite is generally found in both men and women, but cellulite is much more common in women due to the different connective tissue structure. The elasticity of the connective tissue is an advantage in case of pregnancy, but a disadvantage for the texture and appearance of the skin surface. The development of cellulite is not a disease, it is only a change in the connective tissue, which, due to biological or hormonal causes, is a visual problem for some women. The so-called orange peel skin is divided into 3 different stages from a cosmetic point of view:


1 stage: when squeezing the skin, dents become visible

2 stage: The dents are visible when standing, not when lying down.

3 stage: Cellulite dimples are visible when lying down.

Different types of cellulite


Cellulite is not only divided into different stages, but also into different types. Here we give an overview of these different types of the so-called orange peel skin:

AQUEOUS CELLULITE - Most common type of cellulite

Decisive for this form of cellulite are, as the name already says, water deposits in the connective tissue. These can be caused, for example, by poor blood circulation and poorly functioning lymphatic circulation. In this form of cellulite, toxins should be washed out of the tissue through purification.

ADIPOSE CELLULITE - Caused by obesity

This form of cellulite is caused by overweight. The additional fatty tissue causes the unpopular dimples and they can only be improved by reducing the fat pads.

FIBROUS CELLULITE - Deep in the tissue

The so-called fibrous cellulite has been present for a long time and should be softened by a massage therapist through an in-depth treatment of the tissue to remove it in the long term. Fibrous cellulite can also be painful.

What actually leads to cellulite

What can aggravate cellulite?


It is generally known that the tendency to cellulite is hereditary. However, there are some factors that favor the development of cellulite or orange peel skin. We have compiled a list of some of these factors.

  • Lack of exercise.
  • Too low blood pressure.
  • Diseases of the veins.
  • Change of hormones.
  • Disturbances of blood circulation.
  • A weakness of the connective tissue.
  • Tendency to overweight - obesity.

Treatment options


Probably the most effective are cellulite massages. They stimulate blood circulation and contribute to the activation of fat burning. In addition, a cellulite massage in Basel can treat areas of the legs that are swollen due to water retention in order to achieve the removal of the accumulated fluids. A particularly effective massage is the connective tissue massage or a professional lymphatic drainage with a massage therapist in Basel.

In addition to therapy by a qualified therapist, there are also things you can do at home to help. In addition to cellulite peelings, a suitable diet can support the goal of cellulite reduction. It is important to eat a healthy and balanced diet, to eat as little sugar as possible and as much fat as necessary. Another proven way to reduce cellulite is to exercise. It is important to exercise regularly and drink plenty of fluids. Drinking enough helps the body to flush toxins out of the body and purify the tissues.

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Cellulite Questions & Answers 2022


Can you get rid of cellulite?

If the metabolism is activated again, for example through regular exercise, then the fat can be broken down better and the muscles are strengthened in the long term. However, there is still no patent remedy for the treatment of cellulite. However, it remains a disciplined combination of sport, diet and massages to achieve good results.

How to get rid of cellulite quickly?

A combination of connective tissue massage and endurance sports is best suited to fight cellulite effectively and in a short time. One of the best sports against cellulite is swimming, but also cycling and jogging can achieve good results if done regularly.

Can you massage away cellulite?

Continuous treatment of cellulite with, for example, a brush massage can stimulate the circulation of lymph. If you also attend regular connective tissue massages with a massage therapist, your connective tissue will be massaged and activated in such a way that positive results are quickly achieved.

Is it possible to get rid of cellulite?

First of all, a healthy diet and exercise can help to make the dents in the connective tissue disappear. To support this, you can visit a massage practice specializing in connective tissue massages, as these massages are especially good for actively reducing cellulite.

How expensive is cellulite treatment?

Depending on the effort and duration of the treatment, you can expect to pay between CHF 70 and CHF 100 for a connective tissue massage for 30 minutes in a massage practice. There are possibilities that these treatments are covered by the health insurance if you have a supplementary insurance for complementary medicine (VVG).

What helps against cellulite massage?

To achieve better blood circulation, it is recommended to use regular connective tissue massages, because they tighten the tissue and help to reduce fat. In addition, deposits, adhesions of the fascia and swelling of the legs are alleviated and a general feeling of well-being is achieved.

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