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If you have cellulite, you’re not alone. Millions of people all over the world have cellulite. While men can get cellulite, it is much more common in women. It is caused by fat cells that push up against connective tissue, leading to the dimpled and puckered skin we know as cellulite. It is most frequently seen on the thighs, buttocks, abdomen, hips and upper arms though it can occur virtually anywhere on the body. There are a bevy of creams on the market that promise to reduce or eliminate cellulite. If you’re in the market for such a cream, it’s important to know what to look for.

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Instructions

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• Cellulite creams

1. Know what creams are can do. Cellulite creams can help to firm the skin that lies over the cellulite, thereby making the cellulite less noticeable. The creams can also reduce the appearance of your cellulite by plumping up the skin cells in the area and reducing inflammation in raised dimples. Creams cannot reduce fat or eliminate cellulite.

2. Assess the cream's claims. If a cellulite cream guarantees to completely remove your cellulite, it's over-promising. Since cellulite is a result of your genetic makeup, you can't totally get rid of it. Various creams can significantly improve its appearance but if a cream is promising to eliminate it altogether, be wary.

3. Stay away from creams that claim to improve muscle tone. The only way to improve your muscle tone is to exercise your muscles. Cellulite creams can only improve the appearance of your muscles by firming and thickening the skin over them.

4. Know that cellulite creams provide temporary results. The creams will only improve your cellulite as long as you continue using them. If a cream promises long-term results, even after you cease using it, you'll know it's a scam.

5. Choose cellulite creams that contain caffeine. When applied topically, caffeine has been shown to tighten blood vessels. As a result, your cellulite dimples will shrink somewhat, making the cellulite less apparent. Look for caffeine or CoffeeBerry (the coffee plant's fruit) on the ingredients label.

6. Purchase cellulite creams that are antioxidant-rich. Antioxidants help your body to fight against free radicals and toxins that worsen your cellulite. In addition, they help to increase circulation which loosens the fat cells.

7. Opt for Retinol-based cellulite creams. In addition to caffeine and antioxidants, Retinol is key to reducing cellulite's appearance. Retinol has been shown to thicken and plump up the surface layers of skin, improving the appearance of dimpled skin. Apply Retinol cellulite cream at night as sunlight can interfere with its effectiveness.

Tips & Warnings

• Massage your skin deeply as you apply cellulite cream. This will stimulate the fat cells and increase circulation, both of which are key to reducing cellulite.
• Be wary of expensive creams that promise too much. If you feel funny about a particular product, walk away.