Bladderwrack

A form of seaweed high in iodine; stimulates the thyroid and increases metabolism. (If you have a thyroid condition consult your doctor before using bladderwrack).

Gotu Kola

Strengthens the skin and connective tissue helping to firm and reduce bumps. This herb has long been used in oriental cultures for it's anti-ageing benefits. Studies indicate that it improves capillary structure and helps with varicose veins as well.

Ginkgo Biloba

This herb is well known for increasing mental function. This is largely due to it's ability to increase circulation and supply more oxygen to the cells. And the benefits of increased circulation are many: better general health, energy, sexual response in addition to helping the body burn up the fat deposits in the cellulite. So use it to help eliminate cellulite and get your brain and body going at the same time.

Ginger Root

This wonderful herb has too many health benefits to list here. But many of these are related to gingers ability to enhance oxygen transport to the cells which is the primary reason the herbs is good for treating cellulite. Ginger is also anti-inflammatory and can improve liver function, digestion and metabolism helping to eliminate toxins and burn fat deposits. Use ginger internally as well as externally for massage.

Evening Primrose Oil

The gamma-linoleic acid, linoleic acid and other nutrients in this oil are essential for cell structure and improve the elasticity of the skin. These fatty acids also help to regulate hormones and improve nerve function aiding problems ranging from PMS to migraine headaches.

Massage

You may already be aware of the some of the benefits of massage and you may also know that the skin is very good at absorbing nutrients topically. So it should be easy to see that massaging the cellulite areas with the correct mixture of ingredients can help to speed the elimination of cellulite. There are a number of herbs that can improve the transort of oxygen to the cells and increase circulation which aids in the removal of toxins. Our "New Self" massage oil is designed specifically for aiding in breaking up cellulite for eliminate. It is really quite simple to use for massage. Just put a small amount of the massage oil on the cellulite areas. Massage the cellulite areas yourself or have someone help you. Try to massage for at least five minutes and leave the massage mixture on the skin if possible. Do this every day if possible. The deeper the massage the better. Deep massage helps to break up the pockets of cellulite.

Exercise

You don't need an Olympic training program. In fact, if you have been somewhat sedentary you may want to check with your doctor for recommendations on getting started. But a regular moderate exercise program will greatly speed the elimination of cellulite when used with the massage, herbs and nutritional recommendations. And you should try to use both cardiovascular and muscle toning exercise.

Cardiovascular exercise comes in many forms: walking, biking, swimming, aerobics class, running, tennis, etc. If you are just getting started, walking may be the best place to start. There is no equipment required. Just walk out the door and find a route that will take you 30 to 45 minutes to complete and do it every day. You will soon find yourself looking forward to your daily routine.

Muscle toning exercises also come in many forms. Anything that tones the muscles of the legs and thighs will improve your appearance and stimulate circulation in problem areas. You may have access to weight training equipment at a local health club. Leg presses and leg lifts will work the most common areas of cellulite problems. You may prefer to use calesthentic exercises at home such as squats, front and rear leg lifts or leg raises, or pelvic tilt exercises. These types of exercises should be done on alternating days allowing the muscles to recover on off days.