The old theory was that cellulite was caused by toxins building up under the skin, but that’s probably not true. It’s more likely to be the result of poor skin structure, causing the fibres to split. This means fat and, yes, possibly toxins squish out through the holes in the fibres, creating that lumpy effect. In other words, your bottom is rather like an old mattress with the stuffing sticking out! Chances are the problem is genetic, and lies with the X chromosome (only women have this, which would explain why men don’t get cellulite). While all this may mean cellulite isn’t your fault, reducing its appearance is within your control. Strengthening the skin fibres, plumping the skin’s surface and breaking down the stubborn fat and ‘toxin’ deposits can help minimize the look of cellulite. Here’s our list of top techniques. (more…)