Saturday, January 3, 2009

Aromatherapy as a Cellulite Treatment

By Kellie J Moore

Diet and exercise can do a tremendous job at reducing cellulite. You should focus on healthy foods and exercises which not only burn fat but also work and tone the muscles around the problem area. But sometimes diet and exercise isn't enough.

If you aren't getting the results from diet and exercise then other treatments can be used that directly effect the cellulite itself. Some of the most popular treatments include laser therapy, radio waves, massage and body wraps.

Cellulite massage is one of the easiest treatments you can do to help reduce the condition. Many people also use a cellulite cream along with the massage in order to increase the effectiveness. But not many people know that you can also use essentials oils to replace the cellulite cream.

Aromatherapy helps us to understand which essential oils are needed in order to reduce cellulite. The best ones are those that increase blood circulation, burn fat and remove the toxins from the skin and body. The oils work through your sense of smell and when they are absorbed into the body through the skin.

Below you will find some essential oils that fit the bill:

Juniper: a popular oil used to increase blood circulation, help burn away fat and reduce the occurrence of blocked pores. To massage in to the skin, place some drops into olive oil.

Rosemary: many aromatherapists and herbalists recommend this oil for a vast range of conditions. It is effect in boosting the metabolism and enhancing the circulation of blood through the skin and body. The improvement in circulation assists the body to remove toxins.

Lemongrass: an essential oil which has properties to reduce fluid build up and improve blood flow. This one is great for cellulite removal.

Grapefruit: a fantastic oil that is known to assist muscle fatigue, making the skin more firm and reducing fluid build up.

For more information about these oils and other that will help you reduce cellulite talk to a trained aromatherapist or herbalist. The oils that you should be investigating further include those that firm the skin, improve circulation and assist the body in removing any toxins that have built up over the months.

If you are pregnant or have a medical condition then you should seek professional help to ensure that any oil that you use is safe for you. - 15255

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