Cellulite is a skin condition that affects many people and manifests as a series of bumps on the skin’s surface.
It occurs most frequently around the thighs and buttocks, but you can also get it on your arms.
If you want to get rid of the appearance of cellulite on your arms, there are several things you can do. Exercise is proven to help, which includes targeted arm moves such as bicep curls with a dumbbell as well as cardio.
Cellulite is unflattering, so it makes sense that you’d want to reduce the appearance of it if you have it on your arms.
It can make you feel uncomfortable when you wear a t-shirt, and your self-confidence can take a hit as a result.
Fortunately, though you can’t completely get rid of cellulite, you can reduce the appearance of it.
Yes, there are various forms of therapy and procedures you can consider, but better still, you can take many actions from the comfort of your home, including small lifestyle changes.
Lifestyle Changes
The easiest way to tackle cellulite on your arms is to make some small adjustments to your day-to-day life.
These changes don’t have to cost you any money, all they require is some effort and discipline.
If you can make some or all of the following changes, you might find that your cellulite significantly diminishes over time and looks a lot less visible.
Exercise
The number one lifestyle change to make if you want to get rid of cellulite on your arms is to exercise more.
Moving around is hands-down the best (free) way to combat cellulite, and it’s also one of the healthiest things you can do anyway.
What exercise is best?
Well, you might assume that building muscle through working out arms is the best exercise you can do to fight cellulite. And it certainly won’t hurt to pump iron and crank out the bicep curls at home or at the gym, but there’s a form of exercise that’s much more effective: cardio.
Cardiovascular exercise is what you should focus on if you want to shrink down the excess fat cells and reduce the appearance of cellulite dimples.
That means get outside and walk, run, row, dance, swim, or cycle.
Basically, anything that has you moving your whole body and getting your heart racing should o the trick.
If you’re a gym member, you can make the most of the elliptical, treadmill, and rowing machines.
If not, you can still walk and run at the very least, and the fresh air will do you good too.
Hydration
An extremely simple lifestyle change you can make to get rid of cellulite is to drink more water.
Yes, it almost sounds too good to be true, but staying hydrated is incredibly important and can ultimately reduce the appearance of cellulite.
The extra water intake can help your body expel excess toxins, which are mostly responsible for the build-up of fat which leads to cellulite.
Another good idea is to cut down on your caffeine intake, and replace a coffee or two with a glass of water. This might not sound all that enjoyable, but the reality is that caffeine can highlight skin conditions like cellulite.
Nutrition
Getting a handle on your diet can be another great, easy way to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
While food isn’t the sole contributor to cellulite, certain foods can worsen cellulite, such as processed meats, dairy products, and sugary drinks.
Just as there are some food groups you should try to avoid as much as possible, there are others that can do your skin a world of good.
Generally speaking, fruits and vegetables are the way to go if you want to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
We’re talking vegetables like asparagus and avocados, and fruits like berries and bananas.
Other Home Solutions
There are other home solutions that are often used as well, such as creams and sprays (though this have limited evidence to support their claims).
Treatments
If eating well and getting more exercise sound too simplistic, or you feel like you’re already living a healthy lifestyle but aren’t noticing any change, then you may want to consider a dermatological treatment.
There are a number of effective procedures that can reduce the appearance of cellulite, though you will need to have them done on a regular basis if you want to stay on top of it.
Here are some of the best treatment options for taking care of cellulite:
Acoustic Wave Therapy
Acoustic wave therapy is intended to contour the body and tackle accumulations of fat in different parts of the body, including cellulite.
Generally, with this form of procedure, you can expect results within 2-3 weeks.
You will have to undergo between 6-12 sessions in a 3-8 week period, with follow ups every three months to maintain the results.
Needless to say, this form of treatment can be quite costly over time, since you will have to go back regularly to stay on top of the cellulite.
Laser Therapy
Laser therapy can be effective for treating cellulite, and there are various types of laser treatments available.
For example, Cellulaze involves a small laser fiber being placed under your skin, which breaks up the bands that bond and form cellulite. This form of treatment can provide results that last for more than six months.
Another form of laser treatment is Cellfina, where the dermatologist will insert a needle under your skin to break up cellulite bands. The results with this procedure are promising, and can last for two years or more.
Cryolipolysis
This hard-to-pronounce form of treatment, which is also conveniently called CoolSculpting, is a noninvasive procedure.
It involves freezing the fat cells that accumulate under the skin and casue cellulite.
The theory is that once burst, these fat cells will be absorbed back into the body, but it may take several months until you see results with this procedure
Ultrasound
Ultrasound is another noninvasive procedure, except instead of freezing the fat cells, this treatment uses sound waves.
You will have to wait several months to see the results with this form of treatment, and it is usually recommended to undergo another form of treatment alongside the ultrasound for the best results.
Carboxytherapy
Carboxytherapy involves the insertion of carbon dioxide in the area under the skin.
What this does is stimulate blood flow beneath the skin, which should in theory reduce the appearance of cellulite, though not until you’ve undergone 7-10 treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arm Cellulite
Can you get rid of cellulite once you have it?
While it’s impossible to completely get rid of cellulite, there are many things you can do to reduce the appearance of it on your body.
The dimpled skin can occur on several fatty parts of the body, such as the arms, thighs, and buttocks.
If you have it, there are several therapy options and procedures that can help to eliminate the appearance of cellulite as well as exercises you can do.
How can I hide cellulite on my arms?
To hide cellulite on your arms, there are several things you can try.
The first option is to use an exfoliating lotion scrub or self-tanner, which can help reduce the appearance of cellulite enough so that others may not notice.
Other options include targeted arm exercises with weights, hydration, and cutting down your exposure to sun.
What foods cause cellulite?
While foods won’t directly cause cellulite, they can contribute to the unflattering fatty deposits.
Some of the worst culprits that cause cellulite in terms of food are pizza, sugary snacks, and processed meats.
To counteract the effect of these cellulite-causing foods, you can add more healthy foods to your diet such as fruits, vegetables, and foods that are high in antioxidants.
A Final Word From Wellness Nova
Cellulite is unflattering, but there are things you can do to reduce the appearance of it on your arms.
Cardiovascular exercise can be incredibly effective, so get outside and walk or run, or hit up some of the machines in the gym.
Also try to keep your H20 levels topped up and steer away from foods that can contribute to cellulite such as pizza and sugary foods.
