(ARA) – Ah summer! The time of year when we get to kick back in a bathing suit and enjoy the sunshine. Some of us do, anyway. Those ladies who have a problem with cellulite — which is basically fat that appears as dimpled skin on the thighs, hips and buttocks — would rather hide inside than let anyone see their lumps and bumps.

If you’re among those who are too embarrassed to wear a bathing suit, you’re really missing out. Summer will be over with before you know it. So what can you do to improve your self image enough to get out there and enjoy the weather?

A good place to start is with an understanding of how you ended up with the problem in the first place. First, know that you’re not alone. An estimated 9-out-of-10 women have some form of cellulite, and it’s more pronounced in women who are heavier set.

Cellulite is caused by fibrous connective cords that connect the skin to the underlying muscle. The cords tether the skin to deeper structures, with the fat lying in between. As the fat cells accumulate, they push up against the skin, while the long, tough cords are pulling down. This creates an uneven surface or dimpling; but it’s not something you have to live with.

Here are three easy steps you can take to combat it:

1) Start using a cellulite cream
Creams specially formulated to get rid of cellulite contain a variety of healing ingredients, such as vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts and antioxidants, that work together to stimulate skin circulation, burn off fat deposits and moisturize the skin.

One worth trying is a new formula launched by Dermitage, (www.dermitage.com) a leading provider of scientifically-advanced and effective skin rejuvenation products. When used regularly, the Dermitage Cellulite Control System will help improve skin’s tone, firmness and appearance.

The 2-step system features Stimulating Massage Soap and Firm and Tone Cellulite Control Gel. The soap features unique massage nubs that gently massage the skin, while improving circulation and infusing cellulite-prone areas with Multi-sal encapsulated caffeine. The gel is an advanced solution that contains caffeine, soy, spirulina and carnitine, all which serve as specific cellulite-fighting ingredients with clinically proven benefits. In independent clinical studies, the ingredients in the Cellulite Control Gel were shown to increase skin elasticity by 60 percent, improve skin texture by 50 percent and reduce the appearance of cellulite by up to 50 percent.

“Dermitage products offer skin and body care solutions that work,” says Allison Landis, senior product manager for Dermitage. “Independent clinical research proves the incredible effectiveness of the formulation ingredients. All women deserve a fabulous and effective new way to look and feel their best this summer. There is no doubt that Dermitage will help improve the way women feel about their bodies.”

Visit www.dermitage.com to order your free sample of the Dermitage Cellulite Control System today.

2) Diet and exercise
Keeping off excess pounds and strengthening your muscles through a healthy diet and regular exercise can go a long way toward maintaining your skin tone and texture. Healthy foods include lean meats, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Cardiovascular exercises such as swimming, walking, jogging and hiking are best.

As you exercise you will increase your blood circulation aiding the body in getting rid of the nasty toxin build up in the fat cells. The exercises you choose should be focused around your problem area. For example: if you have cellulite on your thighs, an exercise like running will help you more than swimming.

3) Massage
Vigorous massage that increases blood flow, removes toxins and reduces excess fluids in cellulite prone areas is also helpful.

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