The Easy Fix: Hydrate
H2O is like kryptonite to cellulite.
It has the power to sideline puckers.
Sure, it’s possible for you to chug it, but chewing it (you heard right!)
Why it works:Water is abloatbuster that flushes away excess salt.
(They act like skin’s natural fillers.)
When the dermis of the skin is thicker, it conceals lumps better.
Munch away: Enjoywatermelonoff the rind, slice it into salads, or freeze it into chunks.
One cup equals about 3/5 cup water.
Aim for about 8 1/2 cups of water per day.
But the real exercise secret lies in one magic move: the lunge.
You don’t have to try it, unless, that is, you want firmer thighs.
In as little as one month, you’ll see improvement.
The Who-Knew?
Think of it as invisible Spanx.
Why it works:Caffeine temporarily eliminates water in the connective tissue, making devilish dents less noticeable.
Sorry, but downing a double espresso won’t do it.
Look for a cellulite cream withcaffeineoraminophyllineandtheophylline, two of its chemical cousins, headlining the ingredient list.
Then work in your cream like the strongest masseuse who’s ever laid hands on you.
Also smart: Curb salt intake.
Hey, every bit helps!
A combo of caffeine and microscopic beads makes Bliss Fat Girl Slim, $32, a super smoother.
Vichy CelluDestock, $40, has salicylic acid to help ingredients such as caffeine penetrate better.
The Big-Bucks Band-Aid: Zap It
Can’t live with cellulite one more second?
If you have a stash of cash, enlist a pro.
This new treatment is a pricey but promising way to rid yourself of ripples.
Lipo, however, doesn’t deep-six the fat-compressing connective tissue that gives cellulite its telltale cottage cheese look.
Enter Cellulaze, a newFDA-approved treatment for cellulite.
Because Cellulaze is performed under a local anesthetic, there’s no pain during the process.
Afterward, soreness can last two days; any bruising or swelling should subside in two to three weeks.
Because the procedure is brand-new, it’s just rolling out across the country.
But you’re able to find it in major cities: VisitCellulaze.comfor locations.
If all else fails, cover it up with afaux tan.
This pro advice will teach you the simple way to fab-ify your bottom line fast.
Why it works:Objects in the mirror appear smaller when they’re darker, and that includes cellulite.
(Yes, even seemingly perfect supermodels need camouflage!)
If you’re trying a spray-on self-tanner, prevent overload accidents by misting into the sink first.
Whichever formula you do choose, he suggests, apply it in a circular motion to avoid streaks.
If there’s no time to air-dry, use a hair-dryer set to cool.
Nervous about where to stop and start?
Opt for a self-tanner that has a bronze tint to allow you to view your handiwork.
It’s a visual trick that gives them a longer, leaner look.
Show ‘em off, hot stuff!
