How To Make Your Own Cellulite Cream

The appearance of cellulite is every woman's worst nightmare. The accumulation of fat and toxins beneath the surface of the skin causes unsightly marks that many fear are incurable. The truth, however, is that cellulite can be effectively treated if you are able to move those toxins out of your system. One of the best ways to do this is by applying a cellulite cream to the affected area (usually the abdomen, glutes and thighs) at least twice daily.

Things You'll Need

• Unscented lotion
• Witch hazel lotion
• Juniper oil
• Rosemary oil
• Grapefruit oil
• Cypress oil

Instructions

1. Start by putting 3 tbsp. of witch hazel lotion in a bowl. Add 10 drops of juniper oil, 10 drops of rosemary oil, 30 drops of grapefruit oil and 30 drops of cypress oil. Blend thoroughly.

2. Add 8 oz. of your unscented lotion to the mixture of witch hazel and essential oils. Mix until well-blended.

3. Take the lotion and massage it into the affected area once in the morning and once in the evening. Make sure you massage the lotion in a circular motion until it absorbs into the skin.

4. Place the mixture in an air-tight container for storage.

5. Repeat the process every day for at least 3 to 6 weeks. You should begin to see significant improvements within that time frame.

Tips & Warnings

• Massaging the lotion into your skin is the most important part of this process. Massage itself is what forces the toxins to move from your muscle and skin tissues into the lymphatic system, which will then enable them to be eliminated from your body. Use juniper oil in your lotion to aid in the elimination of fluids; grapefruit oil to help detoxify your skin; cypress to increase circulation and tone the skin; and rosemary to act as a skin toner. For additional benefit, add up to 10 drops of germanium oil to your solution to increase circulation.

• Make sure the essential oils you purchase are all-natural and not synthetic. Natural essential oils can be found in many health food stores and come directly from plant sources. Synthetic oils are the chemical recreation, have no health benefits and often cause allergic reactions. Never apply an essential oil directly to your skin. Essential oils should always be diluted in a carrier oil or lotion before application.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish
• Aromatherapy & Essential Oil Information