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Endermologie: Cellulite & Stretch Mark Treatment

Endermologie: Cellulite & Stretch Mark Treatment

Cellulite is a very stubborn problem that does not respond well to weight loss or liposuction. The problem lies in the fact that cellulite is deep beneath the skin. Our body's fat cells are organized in chambers that are surrounded by connective tissue. When the body retains water, these fat cells greatly expand. The expansion causes the connective tissue to harden, and as it does, it begins to tug down the epidermis. Blood vessels become compressed, and both blood and lymph flow is impeded. The result is the “cottage cheese” dimpling look that plagues many women.

Using a machine with rollers and gentle suction to deeply massage affected areas, Endermologie can treat cellulite and smooth out the skin. The method essentially breaks up the fat beneath the skin, allowing the body to get rid of it naturally. Endermologie increases circulation and collagen function while expelling excess water and toxin buildup. Connective fibers underneath the skin are stretched, giving a smoother appearance. Endermologie is a medical treatment, so not all day spas are able to provide the service.

While this procedure has not been shown to permanently reduce the appearance of cellulite, it has been shown to be an effective temporary solution. The exfoliation and stretching of the body's fibers that takes place during treatment is also helpful with stretch mark removal. Furthermore, the treatment has been shown to reduce the size of areas that have been treated. For example, if the area being targeted is the thigh, a series of treatments may reduce the thighs' circumference.

What to Expect During Endermologie Treatment

During your treatment, you will lay down on a table dressed in a thin body stocking. The technician will run a hand-held machine with suctioning rollers over your body, focusing on any problem areas. There is no pain at all associated with this treatment, and most patients find the massage to be deeply relaxing and invigorating.

Each session lasts approximately half an hour, but a series of treatments is recommended in order to reap the procedure's full benefits and to see the results you're looking for. The technician will probably ask you to drink at least two liters of water a day to help the lymphatic system drain properly. You'll soon be enjoying a more smooth and toned figure!