Can Infrared Light Therapy and Red Light Therapy Help with Cellulite Reduction?
Red Light Therapy For Cellulite – Is it Helpful?
It happens to the best of us, it’s annoying, almost unavoidable, and it makes your skin look like an orange peel (cue horror movie music) What is it?! The dreaded cellulite… dun dun dunnnn. In all honesty, for some, it’s not that bad. But, out of curiosity, we set out on a mission to find out why cellulite exists, what it is, and if there’s a way to get rid of it… for good.
During our research, we discovered some very interesting and helpful information! For instance, cellulite and body fat are not the same, it is possible to reduce their appearance, and also, it tends to be more prevalent in women (what?!). Are you worried? Don’t be! A combination of infrared heat, healthy foods, exercise, and topical products can help you break-up with cellulite… because let’s face it, no one wants it around! So, when you notice that things are starting to go “bump” on your thighs, keep these facts and tips in mind.
What is cellulite?
Cellulite is a gel-like substance that is made up of fat cells, water, and wastes trapped in pockets below the skin’s surface. The pockets of cellulite are often called globules and cellulite is so visible, in part due to weakened connective tissue and tight fascia. Fascia is a fibrous connective tissue that is fused to each vein, artery, bone and muscle. It’s present throughout the entire body and unhealthy fascia can cause body pain, the appearance of cellulite and more.
How does Infrared Light Therapy Helps?
The body’s physiological response to infrared immersion often includes improved circulation, increased blood flow and sweat production. European beauty specialists and infrared experts, like Dr. Aaron Flickstein confirm that exposure to infrared heat and light therapy enhances any anti-cellulite program.
Besides encouraging fats and toxins to leave the body, exposure to infrared saturation can also prompt the rebuilding of collagen connective tissue by having a positive effect on the fibroblasts (connective tissue cells producing collagen fibers). Stronger collagen may help rearrange the globules away from each other and the skin’s surface, leading to the prevention of further accumulation of cellulite. In addition, because you’re sweating and because of infrared’s ability to penetrate deeply, it can help with the release of toxins through the skins sweat glands. 
How Red Light Therapy Treatment Helps?
If you wish to reduce cellulite, you can do so with the help of a red light therapy device! Sounds amazing, doesn’t it? 
Well, clinical research indicates that red light therapy boosts collagen production, and therefore has a positive effect on fat reduction as well as cellulite reduction. In fact, red light therapy promotes obesity control as well. As per a study published in the Lasers in Surgery Medicine, the red light therapy group showed a significant reduction in the circumference of numerous body parts. Hence, it was concluded that natural light therapy can help promote weight loss, improve body composition, and in turn lead to body contouring.
Why is it more common for a woman to have cellulite than a man?
First off, we don’t think this is fair! But, as you may know, men and women store fat differently in their bodies. As we have mentioned, cellulite is caused by changes in the skins environment and the fiber tissue walls that descend from the dermis (the layer of skin just below the surface) into the fat.
The fiber tissue walls present in women’s bodies tend to form pockets while the fiber tissue walls that men possess typically do not. Why is this? Experts say that it’s because the fiber tissue walls in a woman’s body are typically in a crisscross pattern that acts like a tether to the skin. This allows fat below them tethers to bulge up between the fixed points, creating a “quilt-like” effect. The result of this is the skin puckering that we call cellulite. In addition to the makeup of the female body, hormones play a vital role, as does the location of fat on the body. Men tend to accumulate fat around the midsection, unlike women whose fat deposits are mostly found in the buttocks, hips and thighs.
How do you make it disappear?
Now that we know what it is and where it comes from, let’s talk about cellulite treatments and a couple of ways to say “buh-bye” to our frenemy, cellulite.
Cardio and Aerobics
Exercising regularly (if possible) can make a big difference. When you participate in cardiovascular activities such as high-intensity treadmill training or aerobic workouts your body can burn calories, reduce fat and boost blood circulation. This can help to disguise cellulite by increasing the muscle tone under the skin while also enabling one to reduce body fat. Exercise has also been known to improve lymphatic drainage, which carries toxins out of the body. Those experiencing challenges with drainage may notice more cellulite, hence why we want to get things “moving” in the body. However, exercise alone may not solve the issue completely, which is why it can be helpful to fight cellulite from a few different angles.
Proper Nutrition
Nutritionists say that consuming healthy, low-fat foods is important when it comes to natural cellulite remedies. It can be an excellent (and yummy) idea to choose antioxidant-rich foods such as Acai, berries, and red or orange fruits and veggies. Antioxidants help protect against free radicals, which can lead to cellulite formation due to damaged skin cells. Moreover, ample protein intake can help increase skeletal muscle mass, thereby giving more definition to areas with deposited of cellulite and fat cells.
Topical Products
Scrubs, sprays, and creams can help when applied to the skin regularly. The use of an exfoliating scrub can help prepare the skin by improving circulation and promoting skin rejuvenation. Following up with a product you can leave on, such as the FIT Booster can greatly by increasing microcirculation and stimulate skin detoxification.
Red and NIR Light Therapy
Red light combined with Near Infrared led illumination applied to areas with cellulite can promote fat loss and enable cellulite reduction. It can prove to be an excellent aid to weight loss treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cellulite Reduction
Is it true that red light therapy can reduce overall body circumference measurements?
Yes! The study published in suggests light therapy showed a significant reduction in overall circumference, including numerous parts of the body. Researchers concluded that natural red light therapy can reduce the circumference of the specific areas of the body that are treated with natural light.
Is a little bit of cellulite the end of the world? No! But there are ways to get rid of it and it does not have to be permanent. If you aren’t happy with it, change it. Weekly infrared sessions and a combination of the above listed methods can really assist you with achieving the cellulite-free body you’ve always wanted!
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- Womens Health Magazine Cellulite Tips
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