Cellulite Treatment in Hertfordshire

Cellulite also called orange peel skin, is a common cosmetic condition where the skin looks dimpled or lumpy, usually on thighs, buttocks, hips, and abdomen. It affects around 80-90% of adult women.

• Cellulite forms when fat deposits push against connective tissue beneath the skin, creating a bumpy appearance. The way these fibers are arranged, combined with fat accumulation, contributes to the dimpling effect.
• While cellulite can appear on people of any weight, higher body fat can make it more visible.
• Hormones, especially estrogen, may impact cellulite by affecting blood flow, collagen production, and fat storage.
• Weakened connective tissue and reduced skin elasticity can make it easier for fat to push through, leading to cellulite.
• Genetics influence factors like metabolism, fat distribution, and connective tissue strength, which can increase the likelihood of developing cellulite.
• Lack of exercise, poor diet, smoking, and a sedentary lifestyle can worsen cellulite by affecting fat metabolism, circulation, and skin health.
• Cellulite is not a sign of poor health or a medical condition.

What are the different types of cellulite?

• Adipose cellulite. Caused by excess body fat, sedentary lifestyle, and poor diet. Looks soft and loose, wavy skin with generalised dimples.
• Oedematous cellulite. Caused by poor circulation, fluid retention, and lymphatic system dysfunction. Looks swollen and puffy skin with noticeable dimples.
• Fibrotic cellulite. Caused by thickened connective tissue, reduced collagen production, and aging. Looks hard, compact. Tight skin with deep dimples.
• Mixed cellulite. Caused by a combination of factors from adipose, oedematous, and fibrotic cellulite. Features from multiple cellulite types.

Can cellulite affect both men and women?

Yes, but it is far more common in women, affecting about 80-90% of women, compared to 10% of men. This difference is due to:

• Fat Distribution – women store more fat in areas prone to cellulite like the thighs and buttocks.
• Hormonal differences – estrogen plays a role in cellulite development, affecting skin structure and fat storage.
• Connective tissue structure – women’s connective tissue allows more fat to protrude, while men’s cellulite is less visible.
• In men, cellulite is usually in areas like the abdomen or chest but is less noticeable.

Is cellulite genetic?

Yes, genetics can influence the development of cellulite.

Common areas where cellulite may show?

• Thighs
• Buttocks
• Hips
• Stomach
• Upper arms

• Radiofrequency or ultrasound treatments boost collagen production, improve skin elasticity, and target fat cells, reducing cellulite.
• Fat dissolving targets localised fat deposits, helping to break down fat and improve skin texture.
• Mesotherapy is a non invasive treatment that can improve skin with cellulite. It involves injecting active ingredients directly into the skin to target problem areas and enhance skin texture. Ingredients such as DMAE or organic silicon can tighten the skin, improving firmness and further reducing the visibility of cellulite.

Book your cellulite treatment at our salon in Ware Hertfordshire. We offer various treatments including mesotherapy and fat dissolving to improve the look of your cellulite.

We welcome clients from Hertfordshire and Essex, and the nearby towns such as Hertford, Cheshunt, Broxbourne, Welwyn Garden City, Cuffley and Hatfield. Book your appointment today.