Revitol: A Cellulite Solution?

There are many people in the world afflicted with cellulite, and it can seem as though there are just as many products out there claiming to be miracle cures for this common condition.  Between the lasers, injections, wraps, and creams, you might end up spending an awful lot of money without any noticeable or lasting results.  In fact, you may despair of ever finding a solution (at least a non-surgical one). 

But if the makers of Revitol are to be believed, the cure is within your reach, at a mere $40 per 4-ounce tube (courtesy of your Amazon account, or directly from Revitol’s website). But is it worth it? Here’s the skinny on what Revitol has to offer and how you can decide if it’s worth a try.

The first thing you need to know is that Revitol contains all-naturalingredients.  Of course, this is a fairly meaningless claim since there is no legal precedent for the term “all natural”, which means virtually anyone can use it whether a product is natural or not. 

That aside, the idea is that the components of the cream (or at least the active ingredients) could potentially be found in nature.  You’ll just have to decide if you’re willing to risk it, although chances are you’ve tried plenty of unnatural products by now, so the prospect may not faze you.  After all, it’s less invasive and expensive than other options, so maybe it’s worth a try.

In any case, the main ingredients are all supposedly natural and each helps to reduce the appearance of cellulite in its own way.  First is caffeine.  As you may be aware, it acts as a diuretic when ingested.  While this really won’t help you to deal with cellulite, Revitol is banking on the fact that its vasodilator properties will be effective when it is applied directly to the skin and absorbed.

When blood vessels widen, circulation to the area improves, helping to flush the fluids and toxins responsible for the appearance of cellulite.  This may be why so many cellulite creams include caffeine amongst their main ingredients.

Revitol Cellulite Solution

Revitol also contains algae and bladderwrack extracts, for their detoxifying properties; green tea extract, also thought to detoxify; capsicum, which increases circulation; shea butter, for moisture (plump, hydrated skin is likely to display a smoother texture); horsetail extract, for firmness of the skin; and finally, retinol A.  This last ingredient may be familiar as it has lately been used in many facial creams.  So you might know that it can increase elasticity by stimulating collagen production.

The problem is that this process occurs in the dermis, not the layer of subcutaneous fat underneath (which is where connective fibers harden, leading to cellulite formation).  On the upside, greater elasticity in skin could help reduce the appearance of cellulite, even if it doesn’t lessen the cellulite itself.

According to user reviews, Revitol’s cream does reduce the appearance of cellulite somewhat, with some claiming that results from a single use last up to a week.  Since this is better than most creams, it may be worth the money for those who have minimal cellulite formation and want to feel a little more confident when wearing a swimsuit for example.  But for most people, creams that reverse the signs of cellulite are more myth than miracle cure.  If you want real results, you may be stuck working hard (using diet and exercise to decrease body fat) or paying the piper and scheduling your liposuction.

Cellulite Treatments – Vital Facts And Information

Cellulite is a common term used to describe overfilled fat pockets right under your skin. These are fat cells that have become enlarged causing these cells to take up more space between the skin's connective tissues than normal. The fat then expands these spaces resulting in the overlying skin dimpling, often called the orange peel effect.

It appears in ninety percent of post-adolescent women and is rarely seen in men. Common areas where cellulite is found, are the thighs, buttocks, and the abdomen. Contrary to popular belief, cellulite is not related to obesity, since it occurs in overweight, normal, and thin women. Cellulite causes many image problems and many women avoid wearing short skirts or shorts because of it.

Some of the contributing factors for developing cellulite are:

Heredity. However, you can still do a lot to fight cellulite.

Not drinking enough water. Water helps flush toxins and waste from your body. Drink seven to eight glasses of water a day.

Diet. Poor eating habits (alcohol, caffeine, spicy or fatty foods) contribute to the formation of cellulite because the toxins they produce get trapped in the fatty tissue. Saturated fats block the arteries and get trapped in the tissue as well, preventing sufficient waste and toxin elimination.

Smoking is not only bad for the skin and lungs, but it weakens the skin by causing constriction of capillaries. It also damages the connective tissue and can increase the dimpling effect of cellulite.

Tension and stress can cause a muscle to seize up in pain; they can also cause the connective tissue that covers that muscle to seize up. Tension can also block the tissue, preventing proper waste elimination and purification.

Medication can disturb the body's natural processes, disturbing the purification system that is naturally in place. Diet pills, sleeping pills and diuretics can all lead to cellulite; oral contraceptives, which increase the body's oestrogen, cause fat cells to enlarge, leading to water retention. Retaining water inhibits the body from flushing the system of toxins, leading to the formation of cellulite.

Lack of exercise contributes to the formation of cellulite. Exercise decreases many health risks and also helps fight cellulite. It improves muscle tone, circulation and overall well-being, helping to break blocked tissue and purify the body.

Cellulite Treatments

There are three main treatments for cellulite; namely, endermologie, cosmetic surgery, and topical creams or lotions.

Endermologie

The Endermologie machine, developed in France over a decade ago, has been found to have an effect in fighting cellulite. It uses rollers and gentle suctioning to deeply massage the affected areas, increasing circulation. Toxins and abnormal water buildup are expelled as connective fibres are stretched. Endermologie also exfoliates the skin, leaving it soft and silky. The increased circulation may give you a natural energy boost. Many sessions are normally needed. This can add up to several hundred dollars.

Cosmetic Surgery

Treatments like liposuction (surgery to remove fat) and mesotherapy (injection of drugs into cellulite) are either expensive or may produce only temporary improvement. Many doctors advise against liposuction to reduce cellulite because it is designed to remove deep fat instead of cellulite, which is close to the skin. This is performed by a plastic surgeon and can be expensive compared to other methods. Consult with your doctor if you want to explore this further.

Cellulite Creams or Lotions

This is the safest and most popular way to reduce the problem. Because cellulite is actually little pockets of fat under your skin, your blood circulation does not easily reach these areas. Specially formulated creams can help.

Some of the ingredients used in these products include :

Algae extract - which can help break down fat and increase your metabolism.

Green tea extracts - will back up the algae extract and increase the rate at which your fat is broken down to form smooth tissue.

Retinol A - a compound that is a derivative of Vitamin A and targets your skin and connective tissues directly to condition and strengthen. Retinol A has a rejuvenating effect on your skin, and will decrease your cellulite while preventing it from becoming worse over time. It can improve your skin's texture, so your skin will become smoother and firmer and this helps your cellulite vanish even faster.

Creams or lotions are the most economical of the three treatments, however like the others, it may take a couple of months to see measurable results.