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  Cellulite refers to the lumpy fat deposits that accumulate in particular areas, such as your thighs, arms, abdomen, or hips. These fat deposits lead to bumps in your skin that both feel uncomfortable and look unappealing. Not all people see cellulite as unappealing. For instance, advocates of body acceptance would reserve judgment. However, when it comes to our appearance, we’re our biggest critic. The fact of the matter is that cellulite is one of the top sources of insecurity, and it’s not something we can control with diet and exercise. Even the fittest of athletes are afflicted by cellulite. If you’re considering treating it, here’s what you need to know. How Does Cellulite Form? Before getting into how cellulite forms, here’s a brief anatomy lesson. A layer of connective tissue rests between your skin and fat cells, with the skin above and fat cells below. The connective tissue is composed of fibrous bands that connect the skin and muscles past the fat layer. These bands pul...

Unless your Jon Snow’s progeny, chances are winter is going to wreak havoc on your skin unless you’re prepared. Winters are characterized by low temperatures, low humidity, cold winds, and, thanks to climate change, abrupt transitions. That means its effects can sneak up on you and other unsuspecting people. In short, preventing these sneak attacks is why having a winter skincare routine is important. Being proactive about making the relevant changes to your routine will keep the season’s effects at bay. Here are some of the ways winter harms your skin and how to protect against said ways. Dryness and Hydration Skin dryness is one of the more painful effects of winter. For instance, consider chapped lips. The low humidity  in the season means your lips will dry up quickly and begin cracking. What’s worse is that all drinking water does is stave off the pain for a bit and increase your trips to the bathroom. Staying hydrated alone can’t prevent the dryness that comes with the winter...

Our skin is continually evolving, adapting to the environment around us, trying to mold itself into our ever-changing lifestyle. When you change your diet, lifestyle, and skin products suddenly, your skin reacts—the gravity of which you can’t decide. Once you enter your 20s, your skin undergoes a lot of changes. It can be because of all the stress you start to experience or because of underlying health conditions. It could also be your messed up skincare routine . Remember that you need to change your skincare routine as you age. The products you were using in your teens will do nothing for your skin in your 20s. If you haven’t already, now is the time to visit a dermatologist . The following are some of the most common skin problems that you might face from the ages of 20 to 29: Adult Acne Most women struggle with acne for the entirety of their teenage and adult life. But the severity of your acne can change from one age to another and take on many different forms. Yo...

Wrinkles are an unwanted certainty for everyone. The more you worry, the higher are the chances you’ll develop wrinkles. There’s nothing wrong with having developed a few fine lines and wrinkles . It’s part of the aging process. However, you should worry when they start making you look older than you are and give you a dull-looking skin. Why Do Wrinkles Appear? Before understanding how to avoid wrinkles, you need to know what causes them. Wrinkles are prominent creases on your skin that can occur with the breakdown of elastin and collagen. Aging, use of unsatisfactory skin products, excessive UV exposure, and smoking are all causes of wrinkles. Elastin and collagen are two tissues found in your skin that gives its flexibility. As you age, these two tissues lose their flexibility and strength. Once that happens, your skin can start to sag, causing wrinkles to appear. While most of these factors are natural and can be a result of your age and genetics, it is entirely po...

Hair removal techniques  have changed and evolved throughout the years all over the globe. From women using ancient razors, honey, creams, tweezers and all kinds of natural remedies hair removal trends have taken all sorts of different shapes and forms. The trend of removing hair has also seen transformations in terms of being exclusive to a certain social class to becoming more common amongst the masses. Nowadays, body and facial hair is a choice , albeit a complicated one. While more women are choosing to accept their body hair and leave it as it is, others feel like they feel more confident and beautiful in their skin if they remove body hair. That being said, there’s no disputing that removing body hair is more often than not a painful and uncomfortable experience. However, more recently laser hair removal has taken the world by storm as one of the most convenient and comfortable ways to get rid of hair for a longer time. If you’re still on the fence about whethe...

Summer’s almost here, and we’re sure you want to look as chiseled as you can for bikini season! But the post-holiday season winter blues have a way of making people pack some extra pounds. But the fact that you put on weight doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy your beach visits ! BodyFX will help you get rid of those love handles in no time! So, What Is BodyFX? BodyFX is the latest advancement in non-invasive fat reduction. The treatment cuts down cellulite and reshapes your body to look more appealing, fit, and healthy. It’s an alternative to liposuction. It’s the perfect solution if you want to tuck that post-pregnancy tummy in, sexy-up your thighs and generally improves the overall contours of your body. How Does BodyFX Work? BodyFX used different modalities to target different areas and issues in order to perfect your look. These modalities are clinically proven, and include the likes of radiofrequency energy, suction coupled negative pressure and deep tissue heating...

Let’s face it, life can really catch up with us sometimes. When that happens, important things like self-care, rejuvenation, and focusing on rebuilding ourselves go by the wayside. This includes going to the spa, hair salons and even skin clinics to make sure we always look our best! Issues like acne can result in loss of glow and uneven skin tone. If you’re looking for a quick solution to solve all your skin problems, Lumecca IPL Photofacial is one of the best treatments you could opt for. Here are three ways the Lumecca IPL facial works its magic on your skin. Heals Hyperpigmentation Hyperpigmentation is the worst! Imagine finding a dark spot on your skin every time a zit heals. It gnaws at your self-confidence, and is super hard to cover up with makeup. But you don’t have to worry anymore. Lumecca facial makes use of intense pulse lasers(IPL) that heal your skin. Reduces The Appearance Of Spider Veins Spider veins are pretty harmless, but they can definitely be un...