Miniskirt season is still a long way off, but there is a disorder that triggers beach panic, months before the swimsuit test, and it is cellulite, whose scientific name is PEFS (edematous-fibro-sclerotic panniculopathy). A theme that may have already appeared in the chat with your friends, but calm, moving in advance you can do a lot to limit the damage.
Cellulite is a disease that affects almost 90% of women, as reported by the ANSA news agency, a disorder that begins due to fluid retention and can worsen significantly. Fortunately, not for everyone, however, this pathology will turn into a serious and irreversible disease.
In fact, there are different stages and symptoms that emerge over time and a lot can be done by acting preventively, using not only creams, bandages and massages, but also technical leggings designed specifically for this purpose, real soft remedies, which we will look at together in this in-depth study created specifically to offer you a focus on a particular type of cellulite, the fibrous one.
What is fibrous cellulite?
Fibrous cellulite can be the evolution of neglected edematous cellulite and is visible to the naked eye, due to the blemishes caused by orange peel; it is characterized by poor tissue compactness and the appearance of many nodules, due to the union of the different fibrous septa of the skin.
The main cause of fibrous cellulite is the alteration of microcirculation, which is why, together with the appearance of cellulite with nodules under the skin, you may notice more prominent veins and capillaries than usual. However, fibrous cellulite is only one of the different types of cellulite that exist, which differ depending on the degree of severity: ranging from soft cellulite, watery cellulite And flaccid cellulite, to mixed cellulite And hard and compact cellulite.
What stage is fibrous cellulite at?
In addition to fibrous cellulite, in fact, there are different stages of development of this disorder: four are the main ones. The former are not painful, while the others, as the disease progresses, generate more and more annoyance. This is why it is preferable to intervene as soon as possible, avoiding being in the situation of not being able to do anything anymore.
The first phase consists of the edematous cellulite or compact cellulite, generated by the stagnation of liquids in the tissues due to an increase in hyaluronic acid. An important fact is that in the edematous cellulite pain it is practically absent. There fibrous cellulite Instead, it is in the second stage: small nodules can be seen on the skin and the classic orange peel skin appears. Even though it is a very visible cellulite it is still negotiable.
Both phases are still reversible, as is the one of the soft sclerotic cellulite, in which the nodules become so large that they can be felt by touch. In some cases, the appearance of bruises can also be noted, reflecting additional problems at the circulatory level.
It is in this phase, although still reversible, that we have cellulite that generates a more intense discomfort, which can increase until reaching the fourth stage, that of sclerotic cellulite or irreversible cellulite. In the pictures of severe cellulite This last stage is recognisable by a greater presence of depressions and "holes", which to the touch can be a very painful cellulite.
How to recognize fibrous cellulite
Orange peel skin is the first and most immediate sign of stage two cellulite, or fibrous cellulite. With the naked eye you can see some depressions, if not even "holes" in the skin, which takes on an uneven color.
Another test to understand if it is fibrous cellulite is that the skin will appear colder, stiffer and less elastic, furthermore touching it in correspondence with the nodules that form in the adipose tissue will feel a slight pain.
What causes fibrosis?
Before finding out how to prevent or resolve fibrous cellulite, let's see what leads to its development: obesity, a sedentary lifestyle, stress and the impact of hormones on the body are the main culprits, which determine an alteration of the connective tissue linked to the quantity and composition of fat inside the cells.
As a result of this micro-alteration, the septa (the collagen walls) stiffen and fuse, generating increasingly larger and more irregular fat nodules, also leading to a stiffening of the tissues. In addition to this, hormones such as estrogen play a key role in the evolution of cellulite, an aspect that explains why it is a pathology that mainly affects women.
Now that you know how cellulite arises, let's get to your concerns and those of many other women: can fibrous cellulite go away? How to get rid of deep fibrous cellulite? What are the remedies to regain smooth and firm legs?
Remedies for fibrous cellulite
What is the most effective treatment for fibrous cellulite?
There are several remedies for fatty cellulite which guarantee you will find more toned thighs and buttocks. Let's now look at the most common doubts and the most effective solutions.
Can you massage fibrous cellulite?
Sure, and you can do it in DIY mode for break up cellulite nodules, closing your hands into fists and adopting circular movements, but be careful of the pain: when cellulite hurts what does it mean? Be careful, the situation could be worsening: you could be moving from stage two cellulite to stage three, one more reason to intervene immediately.
How to firm up fibrous cellulite on legs?
A professional alternative to make your skin more beautiful and soft to the touch by solving blemishes is the Active Cell Oil Kit by FMG04: an anti-cellulite treatment inspired by an ancient Chinese wellness tradition with which you can comfortably do a cupping session at home, an effective lymphatic drainage massage, which will significantly reduce blemishes on the thighs and buttocks.
How to dissolve cellulite nodules?
Another possibility is adipokinetic creams, such as Cold Anti-Cellulite Mud*650 gr, a jewel of professional cosmetics by FMG04, a draining compound that eliminates water retention and hardened cellulite, restoring brightness and firmness to the skin. It is also ideal for slimming critical areas and fighting unsightly orange peel skin. Anti-Cellulite Hot Mud*650 gr by FMG04, available in three pleasant fragrances (pineapple, green tea and blueberry).
To go beyond beauty sessions and fight cellulite every day, we also recommend a beauty secret kept by FMG04: Nikita Shape-Up black flat stomach, our much-loved leggings, ideal for both heels and sports, thanks to their refined versatility. Draining, invigorating, excellent for microcirculation, this model is designed ad hoc for the prevention of cellulite. We also offer them in a short version with the super trendy Cyclist Shape-up Flat Belly Black, perfect for pilates and for hiding a few extra pounds, thanks to a super high waistband.
In addition to treating and limiting the presence of cellulite as we have seen, this disorder can also be prevented by following a balanced diet rich in fiber, wearing clothing that is not too tight, avoiding stimulants, hormones or birth control pills and practicing physical activity. These are just some of the valuable tips that Humanitas Research Hospital offers in its special in-depth study on cellulite, an essential and authoritative reading that we recommend to learn more.
See you at the beach in a few months, happy and gorgeous with perfect legs and super smooth skin!
