Cellulite can best be described as a lumpy looking substance that can be seen on the person's stomach, thighs, and rear end. Cellulite is, in reality just a name for build-ups of fat that bear against the connective tissues underneath an individuals skin, this then causes the surface layer of the skin to sort of dimple and appear lumpy. Contrary to popular belief, cellulite is not just seen in overweight people, as it can also be found on people of average weight and on thin people.
There are several factors which may influence whether you as an individual have cellulite and to what degree. Your gender, genes, how much fat there is on your body, how thick your skin is, and your age, are all factors which can affect the amount of cellulite you have, and how it appears.
Whatever causes cellulite, you must realize that there are not any quick cures or treatments that can get rid of it. For instance, I have seen some treatments advertised purporting to banish cellulite, when in reality all they do is temporarily improve the appearance of it.
Liposuction and mesotherapy treatments can be expensive and may produce improvement, but usually only in the short term. Warnings have been issued by many doctors that liposuction is not a good treatment because it is designed to eradicate deep fat, not fat that is near to the skin.
If your intention is to try to lessen the amount of cellulite on your body, you must try to reduce any excess body fat. Combine this with strength training and aerobics for best results. Even with this course of action, cellulite may still be seen, even on women without excess weight problems.
With the number of obese people rising everyday in certain western countries, cellulite is sure to become an ever-increasing problem, particularly in obese women. Because, at this point in time there is no absolute cure, most women just learn to put up with it.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Facelift Surgery - The Benefits And The Risks
The last and most pronounced signs of aging occur in the lower face and neck. Gravity wipes joy and youth out of the face and makes you appear older than you feel. The underlying muscles in the face and neck weaken and sag; excess fat accumulates in the neck; and jowls, laugh lines, and sagging "turkey-neck" skin form. Because excess skin must be removed to correct these particular signs of aging, the endoscopic technique is not used.
Rhytidectomy procedure, or traditional facelift, smoothes and tightens the skin of the lower face and neck, reduces jowls, and tightens the underlying neck muscles. In fact, Face Lift surgery can be done as early as your mid forties can significantly slow the aging process in the lower region of the face.
Preparation
Eat a balanced, nutrient-rich diet before surgery. A healthy diet will help speed recovery. Also plan ahead and prepare nutritious meals that are easy to warm up so that you won't need to spend too much time in the kitchen during your recovery.
If you smoke, abstain from smoking for at least six weeks before and after surgery. This reduces the risk of infection and encourages faster healing.
Do not take any medicines containing aspirin or ibuprofen during the two weeks preceding surgery.
Do not eat or drink after midnight the night before surgery.
Be certain you do not have a cold or sunburn the day of surgery.
Do not wear make-up or contact lenses to surgery.
Arrange to have someone take you home after surgery and, if possible, help you around the house for a few days while you recover.
Procedure
A facelift usually takes two or more hours, depending on the extent of the procedure. For extensive procedures, some surgeons may schedule two separate sessions.
The incision line is hidden in the scalp. It starts at the temples and continues around and behind each ear. The incisions are made without clipping or shaving hair at the incision site.
The skin is raised from the temples, cheeks, and neck and the underlying connective tissue is lifted and repositioned. Excess fat and skin are removed.
The surgeon redrapes the skin over the new underlying structure and closes the incisions with stitches and small metal clips. Bandages are applied.
If necessary a drainage tube will be inserted.
If the neck muscles are tightened, a small incision is made underneath the chin. The muscles are drawn together and stitched together at the midline forming a strong sling of muscles that supports the entire neck and jaw.
What to expect
After the procedure is over, patients may experience some numbness, bruising, swelling or discomfort at the incision site. This is normal and will pass with time. Incision site pain is usually minimal and can be controlled with medication, if necessary. Keep your head elevated and as still as possible for a couple of days after surgery to reduce swelling.
Within one to five days, bandages and drainage tubes are usually removed. The skin on your face and underneath the hairline will be tender during the first few days, so be careful not to pull your hair. You should be up and about after two days, but should continue to take it easy and avoid vigorous activity for at least two weeks.
Stitches are removed after about five days, except for the stitches and metal clips in the hairline, which may be left in a few days longer. Bruising may persist for two to three weeks, but can be covered with special camouflage make-up. Because you have undergone invasive surgery, you'll probably have less energy for the first two weeks.
By the third week, you'll look and feel much better. Most patients are back at work by about two weeks after surgery. It is important to get plenty of rest and allow your body to heal.
Risks
As with any surgery there is a slight risk of infection. Other possible complications include hematoma, nerve damage (usually temporary), and reactions to the anesthesia. You can reduce your risks by closely following your surgeon's advice both before and after surgery.
Rhytidectomy procedure, or traditional facelift, smoothes and tightens the skin of the lower face and neck, reduces jowls, and tightens the underlying neck muscles. In fact, Face Lift surgery can be done as early as your mid forties can significantly slow the aging process in the lower region of the face.
Preparation
Eat a balanced, nutrient-rich diet before surgery. A healthy diet will help speed recovery. Also plan ahead and prepare nutritious meals that are easy to warm up so that you won't need to spend too much time in the kitchen during your recovery.
If you smoke, abstain from smoking for at least six weeks before and after surgery. This reduces the risk of infection and encourages faster healing.
Do not take any medicines containing aspirin or ibuprofen during the two weeks preceding surgery.
Do not eat or drink after midnight the night before surgery.
Be certain you do not have a cold or sunburn the day of surgery.
Do not wear make-up or contact lenses to surgery.
Arrange to have someone take you home after surgery and, if possible, help you around the house for a few days while you recover.
Procedure
A facelift usually takes two or more hours, depending on the extent of the procedure. For extensive procedures, some surgeons may schedule two separate sessions.
The incision line is hidden in the scalp. It starts at the temples and continues around and behind each ear. The incisions are made without clipping or shaving hair at the incision site.
The skin is raised from the temples, cheeks, and neck and the underlying connective tissue is lifted and repositioned. Excess fat and skin are removed.
The surgeon redrapes the skin over the new underlying structure and closes the incisions with stitches and small metal clips. Bandages are applied.
If necessary a drainage tube will be inserted.
If the neck muscles are tightened, a small incision is made underneath the chin. The muscles are drawn together and stitched together at the midline forming a strong sling of muscles that supports the entire neck and jaw.
What to expect
After the procedure is over, patients may experience some numbness, bruising, swelling or discomfort at the incision site. This is normal and will pass with time. Incision site pain is usually minimal and can be controlled with medication, if necessary. Keep your head elevated and as still as possible for a couple of days after surgery to reduce swelling.
Within one to five days, bandages and drainage tubes are usually removed. The skin on your face and underneath the hairline will be tender during the first few days, so be careful not to pull your hair. You should be up and about after two days, but should continue to take it easy and avoid vigorous activity for at least two weeks.
Stitches are removed after about five days, except for the stitches and metal clips in the hairline, which may be left in a few days longer. Bruising may persist for two to three weeks, but can be covered with special camouflage make-up. Because you have undergone invasive surgery, you'll probably have less energy for the first two weeks.
By the third week, you'll look and feel much better. Most patients are back at work by about two weeks after surgery. It is important to get plenty of rest and allow your body to heal.
Risks
As with any surgery there is a slight risk of infection. Other possible complications include hematoma, nerve damage (usually temporary), and reactions to the anesthesia. You can reduce your risks by closely following your surgeon's advice both before and after surgery.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
The Process of Breast Massage
The most effective, natural and old method that women over the ages have been using for breast enlargement is breast massage. Not only is this easy, but also inexpensive, and also devoid of any side effects. Those of you who would think twice before going under the knife, breast massage is the ideal way of breast enlargement.
Before we move into the process of breast massage, let us know what breasts are made up of. Tissues along with adipose fat are the main constituents of female mammary glands. Massage helps in toning these and thereby promotes the growth of breasts, making them full, firm and pliant, just the way you would want them to be. Additionally, an effective massage can solve the problem of sagging up to a large extent, and also help to flush out toxins from the lymphatic system within the breast tissues.
Now let us go into the procedure of breast massage. It is a very simple process to massage breasts. In fact you can do it yourself, in the privacy of your home. All you require is some good cream or growth serum, and some time in your hands. So now you know, it is not only an easy process, but also brief and inexpensive.
Here are the steps to an effective breast massage:
Start from the nipple area and slowly proceed downwards, using the entire length of your fingers. Be careful not to apply a lot of pressure. You need to press down moderately.
Avoid taking away your hands too soon. Make the touch soothing and lingering. It will enhance the effect of your massage.
After you are done with the above step, cup a breast in your palm and press in a kneading motion. You may use both hands to hold a breast, to get a better grip. In this case also, keep the pressure to a moderate level only. Do not overdo the thing. Also do not hurry; take one breast at a time.
Now, cup each breast again as you had done in the earlier step. But, instead of applying a kneading force, move the breast within your hand in a circular motion. Do it both clockwise and anti-clockwise. You have to repeat this up to ten times for each breast. This kind of a massage will impart a well-rounded shape to your breasts.
Before we move into the process of breast massage, let us know what breasts are made up of. Tissues along with adipose fat are the main constituents of female mammary glands. Massage helps in toning these and thereby promotes the growth of breasts, making them full, firm and pliant, just the way you would want them to be. Additionally, an effective massage can solve the problem of sagging up to a large extent, and also help to flush out toxins from the lymphatic system within the breast tissues.
Now let us go into the procedure of breast massage. It is a very simple process to massage breasts. In fact you can do it yourself, in the privacy of your home. All you require is some good cream or growth serum, and some time in your hands. So now you know, it is not only an easy process, but also brief and inexpensive.
Here are the steps to an effective breast massage:
Start from the nipple area and slowly proceed downwards, using the entire length of your fingers. Be careful not to apply a lot of pressure. You need to press down moderately.
Avoid taking away your hands too soon. Make the touch soothing and lingering. It will enhance the effect of your massage.
After you are done with the above step, cup a breast in your palm and press in a kneading motion. You may use both hands to hold a breast, to get a better grip. In this case also, keep the pressure to a moderate level only. Do not overdo the thing. Also do not hurry; take one breast at a time.
Now, cup each breast again as you had done in the earlier step. But, instead of applying a kneading force, move the breast within your hand in a circular motion. Do it both clockwise and anti-clockwise. You have to repeat this up to ten times for each breast. This kind of a massage will impart a well-rounded shape to your breasts.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Sports Eyewear by X-Loop: 3 Sunglasses You Should Keep Your Eyes On
X-Loop is a lesser known dealer of eyewear. Its sports shades designs particularly stand out. However, if the dealer isn't that famous yet, it may be difficult finding reviews and such online, which could serve as a guide to the pros and cons of this particular accessory line. If you're not sure what design you want yet, but you're already thinking about what to get from X-Loop, 3 sunglasses should be on your watchlist.
There are some notable designs turned out by X-Loop. 3 sunglasses in particular stand out among its sports lines: the "Swift" Polarized, the "Meteor" Polarized, and the Polarized P1 with its light frame finishing. These sunglasses fit the requirements for good sports eyewear.
Sports shades are a must in this day and age, when the sun's rays are piercing through the ozone layer and all but directly getting into our eyes. If we're going to hold activities at a prolonged time outside the house, we need an arsenal of protective gear. But what does "protection" mean exactly for sports shades?
UV protection is paramount. And these three X-Loop sunglasses come fortified with lenses made of polycarbonate materials that provide 100% UVA and UVB protection. In fact, even if you're choosing sports shades from more famous manufacturers, such as Oakley, Maui Jim and Ray-Ban, you can expect that their sports shades come stacked with UV protection.
Polarization is also a must. Not all sports shades come with polarized lenses, but those who do ought to get one's special attention. These special lenses are used to reduce glare, which is quite useful to people who actively engage in fast-paced sports, such as cycling or driving. A sudden blinding glare from out of nowhere could spell out the end of one's career, among other things. Water activities such as fishing and water-skiing also especially need glare protection. Always shoot for optimum vision in outdoor locations.
The strength of the lenses is also important. Impact-resistant lenses of course provide added value, especially if you plan to engage in rough activities. Open-air sports such as cycling and motorbiking would also require you to wear glasses that won't be easily scratched by dust and small debris which may fly against them at high speeds. As for X-Loop, 3 sunglasses may stand out for their designs, but this manufacturer has yet to made a claim to including impact-resistant lenese. If you're after flashy, highly affordable sports eyewear, keep an eye on this seller and its new designs.
There are some notable designs turned out by X-Loop. 3 sunglasses in particular stand out among its sports lines: the "Swift" Polarized, the "Meteor" Polarized, and the Polarized P1 with its light frame finishing. These sunglasses fit the requirements for good sports eyewear.
Sports shades are a must in this day and age, when the sun's rays are piercing through the ozone layer and all but directly getting into our eyes. If we're going to hold activities at a prolonged time outside the house, we need an arsenal of protective gear. But what does "protection" mean exactly for sports shades?
UV protection is paramount. And these three X-Loop sunglasses come fortified with lenses made of polycarbonate materials that provide 100% UVA and UVB protection. In fact, even if you're choosing sports shades from more famous manufacturers, such as Oakley, Maui Jim and Ray-Ban, you can expect that their sports shades come stacked with UV protection.
Polarization is also a must. Not all sports shades come with polarized lenses, but those who do ought to get one's special attention. These special lenses are used to reduce glare, which is quite useful to people who actively engage in fast-paced sports, such as cycling or driving. A sudden blinding glare from out of nowhere could spell out the end of one's career, among other things. Water activities such as fishing and water-skiing also especially need glare protection. Always shoot for optimum vision in outdoor locations.
The strength of the lenses is also important. Impact-resistant lenses of course provide added value, especially if you plan to engage in rough activities. Open-air sports such as cycling and motorbiking would also require you to wear glasses that won't be easily scratched by dust and small debris which may fly against them at high speeds. As for X-Loop, 3 sunglasses may stand out for their designs, but this manufacturer has yet to made a claim to including impact-resistant lenese. If you're after flashy, highly affordable sports eyewear, keep an eye on this seller and its new designs.
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