A few weeks back I made the mistake of prancing around my room post-shower, rocking out to Beyonce and shakin’ my booty when I stopped to examine myself in the mirror…as we ladies tend to do.
While that all sounds normal (at least, I hope it does) it was the microscopic skin examination I got into that really freaked me out.
Of course I saw the regular blotches, bruises, and cellulite dimples but this time, it looked like my cellulite had gotten worse. Not only did I cringe but I got dressed immediately so I didn’t have to stare at it any longer!
Straight after that I hit up the big G to find some tips on how to get rid of cellulite fast and naturally so that I could banish that dimply disaster once and for all.
What I found was pretty interesting. Want to learn how to get rid of cellulite fast and naturally? Good. Keep on reading.
What The Heck is Cellulite and Why Do We Get It?
Simply put, cellulite is a build up of fat within the deeper layers of our skin (or our dermis) that is held in place by various connective tissue fibres.
Cellulite becomes more noticeable when these fibres push down on the fatty tissue, restricting blood flow, causing fluid backup, and enlarging the fat cells that give us that dimply, cottage cheese look we all loathe.
What’s more is that our bodies love to store these fatty tissues in our legs and our butts…basically the last place we want it to be stored.
Add to that the toxins in your body that intensify the look, and the fact that women are really the only ones who have to deal with this issue, and you have yourself a damn good reason to get rid of it, like yesterday!
Sure, diet and exercise are crucial elements that you need to incorporate into your anti-cellulite efforts, but you can also add a quick DIY scrub that helps to break up the concentration of fatty tissue deposits and give your skin a more smooth appearance.
How To Get Rid of Cellulite Fast and Naturally
One thing that really seals the deal for me with DIYs is their level of ease….and how much it costs to make ‘em…okay so two things.
Not only is this treatment easy to make but you can find all of the ingredients at your local grocery store, if you don’t already have them lying around the kitchen.
All you need is:
- 1/2 cup of ground Coffee
- 1 tablespoon of white Sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons of Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon of Glycerin - I like this one
- 2 teaspoons of Vitamin E Oil – I use the capsules
Because the amount of toxins in your body plays a part in how severe your cellulite looks, you need the caffeine and antioxidants found in Coffee to get rid of the free radicals, stimulate blood flow, and improve circulation.
Ultimately this helps to smooth out the build up of fatty tissue while also firming and tightening the skin.
Sugar, on the other hand, acts as an additional exfoliant that will open and clear out your pores, allowing them to absorb the ingredients more easily.
Finally, the Olive Oil and Vitamin E Oil helps to restore moisture to your skin and keep it hydrated as the caffeine content may cause slight dehydration.
These oils are also packed full of healthy fats that help to protect your skin cells, and give your skin an additional antioxidant punch.
Once you have your ingredients rounded up, the process is simple:
- have a hot shower to help open up your pores
- combine all your ingredients in a medium-size bowl
- stir your mixture until evenly combined
- using your hands, apply your scrub only to the areas you have cellulite
- scrub your skin as hard as you can for 5 minutes and do not rinse off
- using plastic wrap (or saran wrap), wrap the areas you have applied your scrub
- leave those parts wrapped up for 10 minutes
- after your 10 minutes are up, remove the plastic wrap and rinse off but do not use soap
- apply your favourite moisturizer
After the redness on your skin calms down you should notice those areas looking smoother and eventually your dimples should start to fade away but remember, a healthy diet and regular exercise has to become a part of your lifestyle if you really want that cellulite to stay away!
Of course, if you would rather buy than DIY then check out my favourite anti-cellulite cream that works a treat and will help you get rid of that cottage cheese look for good.
Got your own tip on how to get rid of cellulite fast and naturally? Leave it in the comment section below!
How many times a week should this scrub be used?
I have done it 3 times per week before but also felt a little dehydrated (because of the coffee) but you could start with 3x/week and see how that works for you
Can you use salt instead of sugar???
I’m sure you could…if you give it a try let us know how it works out
You should always use only sugar as a scrub because the granules/molecules are always rounded whereas salt is always squared which will make tiny cuts in your skin – which you can’t see but are there and is damaging. That’s why you never see salt scrubs, only sugar.
Hey Katie,
Thanks for the awesome tip however, I’ve seen plenty of sea salt scrubs before
“That’s why you never see salt scrubs, only sugar.”
What are you talking about?? There’s about 2 billion salt scrubs out there! Ever heard of the Dead Sea? People pay a fortune for those minerals (read:salt)!
And this is only one example. A Google Shopping search yields literally hundreds of results!
Please be mindful when posting as you are spreading misinformation.
I really want to try that.
How do you wrap your butt in plastic wrap????
wrap it around…like even around your pelvic area. Know what I mean?
When you begin to see the results?
Thanks
You should start to see results after a few applications but I guess it depends on how bad your cellulite is
is bby oil okay to use as vitamin e?
Hmmm I’m not sure because I’ve never used it as a substitute but the vitamin E is effective because of it’s natural benefits such as the antioxidant content, the natural hydration, and it’s ability to fade wrinkles, lines, and marks
Where can you find glycerin ? And what is it exactly?
Hey Angel,
Glycerin is a carrier oil that is used in most moisturizers however it can also naturally dry out your skin. If you are looking for an alternative that doesn’t do that, you could try jojoba oil
Also you can find Glycerin in just about any pharmacy…or you could order it on Amazon –> http://ow.ly/hfq7n
Hey! I have done this and I find that drinking PLENTY of water for a few days helps with the results!! Also, I use a vitamin E lotion and it works as well as the oil. thanks for the info!!! Love this!!!
Thanks Terri that’s so great to hear that you’re seeing results! And I love the oil tip
Goofy question maybe, but could you use coffee grounds, meaning post-brewing, or does that leech all the awesome out of the ground coffee?
Hmmmmm I have never actually tried that. My first thought would be not to because I would think most of the caffeine and enzymes would be gone post-brew but if you do try it, I would love to hear your results
@Angel, you can also find glycerine at your craft store near the candle & lotion making section.
My question is what if you r on medication for life and some of them toxic, would this be pointless???
Hmmmm I’m not sure I can answer that and give you a 110% answer either way as I wouldn’t want to cause any problems for you with your medication. Maybe asking your doctor would be the best idea.
Sorry I couldn’t help you more
Any kind of coffee? Or, as with drinking it, does the old stand by of stronger is better apply?
You could try using strong coffee grounds but I’m not sure if it will have a drastic effect on your results. But, if you do choose that route, let me know what you think and how well it worked. I would love to hear!
Will this work on stretch marks?
I haven’t tried it but I doubt it. If you want, I used an awesome product for stretch marks called Trilastin. You can check out my video review/results if you’re interested –> http://besskincare.com/trilastin-sr
hope that helps
can you use just the coffee and sugar if you dont have anthing else?
well, you should try and round up all the ingredients as I’m not sure just coffee and sugar would do the trick but you could always give it a go and let me know if it does
This is a great tip! I’m only 20 but iv’e had cellulite since 15(And its weird cause I don’t weigh too much. only 115 pounds!) and I’ve always avoided wearing shorts or anything that would show my thighs. I will definitely try this! thank you so much!
Aw my pleasure Beth! Let me know how it goes
Question, does the constant application of the ground coffee and such stain your skin at all? Thanks!
No, it shouldn’t
What a great recipe to use to pamper myself! Do u have any suggestions or recipes to decrease the appearance of vericose veins. I made an apptmt w/ a Dr but would like to avoid surgery if thats the only way to remove them. Thanks for a great website!
Sure do! It’s one of my most recent posts
Here’s the DIY way:
http://topbeautybrands.com/varicose-vein-remedies/
And here’s an effective product as well:
http://topbeautybrands.com/veinease/
Thanks for the kind words, I’m so happy you’re digging the site
Is the glycerine an oil or powder? What am I looking for. Can I shave glycerine soap?
Glycerine is a liquid…and I’m not sure about shaving soap, I’ve never tried it but you can always give it a go and let me know how it works out
Can you reuse a batch if u don’t use the whole thing? Or should you start fresh every time?
Yep you can re-use your scrub as much as you want
I’m 16 and have had cellulite for about 2 years steady.
Using a good vitamin e cream after should speed results..
And also topically applying coconut oil before bed seems to have worked for me on the days I didn’t use the scrub, as well as drinking lots of water.
You should also regularly exfoliate with a basic, not harsh scrub every time you shower.
Lower abdomen and butt excersizes will tighten the muscles in these regions. (squats, planks, lunges)
I use a similar scrub 2x a week, and within two months I could see a difference.
Sounds great… But can you use this when pregnant? Just wondering regarding the vitamin E & glycerin factors.
I think you should be okay because they are both natural
Awesome! Thanks Vanessa! Will definitely be giving this one a shot (especially before a certain bump stops me from reaching culprit areas
Hey Lyn,
I just did more reading into it and while Glycerin is an ingredient used in common moisturizers (and other products) and the basic gist of what I’ve read says only use Glycerin if the benefits outweigh the any possible risk.
So I’m not sure what to tell you…I don’t want to suggest anything that could ever have any adverse random side effects
I guess just use your best judgement
Sorry about that!
All good thanks. I’ll ask my ob-gyn when I see him next.
Cheers
I use instant coffee mixed with my regular body moisturizer and massage my legs before having a shower. Works like a hot dam!
haha I like it…especially the hot damn part
Hi, I get horrible razer burn, ive tried everything shaving cream, conditioner different soaps and I still get them! I have skin, have any advice?
Sensitive skin*
hahaha I was going to say, I hope you have skin Mady!
Have you tried switching up your razor? If shaving cream or other products aren’t making any difference then my first guess would be to switch up your razor. Also, I would give coconut oil a go…it’s a more natural solution and who knows, it could make all the difference
Hey!
A great trick for razor burn is acutally white stick deoderant. Not the liquid gel kind or any spray…but any white-stick deoderant works WONDERS for razor burn, especially in those sensitive lady areas.
I also use it in between my thighs in the summer when I wear skirts and dresses because it helps reduce chaffing so much!
Good luck!
That’s an awesome tip McKenna! Thanks
I’ve tried this method, but it’s a mess to clean up! When I rub the mixture on half of it just falls to the floor. Any tips? Also, I’ve tried it for a month haven’t noticed any results. My cellulite is not terrible. How hard do you rub it?
You should use this remedy in a shower or a bathtub…helping to make the clean up process a little easier
Also I never scrubbed crazy hard but I did apply a decent amount of pressure so that the ingredients would work into my skin
I am definitely going to try this before shorts weather begins! Out of all the cellulite remedies this one doesn’t sound crazy like the other ones I have seen! YAY!
That’s what I like to hear! Let me know what you think of it and what your results are after using it for a few weeks
Hey,
Was wondering do I even have to use glycerin? Or is there something else I can use?
Hmmmm I’m not sure what’s an appropriate substitute for glycerin…but you can glycerin in just about any pharmacy
Thanks V. Can I substitute the olive oil for veggie oil?
I wouldn’t…I don’t think it’s as good of quality as Olive Oil
Why is it necessary to use plastic wrap? Can I just leave my legs un-wrapped for the 10 minuets?
I believe the plastic wrap is necessary because it causes your skin to heat up, pores to open and the remedy to sink in. You can try doing it unwrapped but it may not be as effective
Has anyone e-mailed you back to let you know how it’s worked for them so far?
A few people have emailed me directly to say they love the remedy but there are so many comments in this thread that I can’t remember if someone has posted on this page saying it’s worked
You should give it a shot and see if it works for you though!
I’m so gonna do this, my cellulite is getting worse! since I moved back home I stopped exercising, I used to walk a LOT, and my legs started to lose cellulite, they got really firm and pretty, and now…now I’m even ashamed of using a knee-high dress (I know I may be overreacting, hehe)
Thank you so much for this awesome tip! If you guys are wondering what kind of activity can help you win the battle against cellubitch (hehehe) walking and cycling are great excercises to help blood circulation in our legs, also swimming
Agreed Sophie! Swimming and cycling are two of the best exercises for your legs! I personally loooove spinning classes so I find that helps for me but I also love Pilates which gave me results as well.
I think it’s all about living a healthy and active lifestyle and supplementing with these little DIY tricks
Hi! Is glycerin required or optional for this? Thanks
I think it’s necessary but if you can find an alternative ingredient that works then I would be open to hearing about it
Im fixing to try this! I cant wait! When i see these results, I will love you forever!
hahahaha yes! Let me know how it goes and if you do in fact love me forever
Ok i swear it looked it burnt skin to me at first. Lol. Gonna try this. Got all the ingredients at home. I keep glycerin for my extra dry skin and palms.
Perfect, let me know what you think of it
Can I use honey instead of Olive oil? I used to use honey as a body scrub together with brown sugar, and I see it does fine and I’m wondering if it will work as well in here to get rid of cellulites coz I dont like the smell of olive oil that much.
Hmmm well you can definitely give it a shot and see if it does work but I haven’t tried it
I notice there is caffiene alot of he fat burners people buy,,I don’t myself. I can’t drink regular coffee cause of the caffiene..would it b eokay to use it in this way or will I have the same effects of reg. coffee? giterry..how long doe this treatment wokr for..do u have to do it on a regular basis?
Hey Viv,
Using a coffee scrub on your skin shouldn’t make you jittery…but if you are extremely sensitive to caffeine then maybe you might want to avoid it. However with that being said, I’ve never heard of this scrub affecting anyone the same way drinking coffee does
hola, despues de aplicar , pongo encima envoltorio de plastico,pero despues dice que para arriba? como es eso?
Bueno, usted no debe estar ejecutando alrededor mientras está encendido pero tomarlo con calma y relajarse y que no debería tener problemas
Genesis: dice “wrapped up” y en ingles asi se dice, pero cuando lo traduzcas, solamente quiere decir que envuelvas el plastico y cubras las areas.
Vanessa, thanks for your help! I’ve also read on other sites that using vitamin E oil with Nivea cellulite serum works great. I’m thinking of incorporating that into your recommended scrub. Hope it works!
Sweet Violet, let me know how it works out
hey i have a problem a couple years ago i shaved my stomach ( bad idea) then when the hair grew back it grew back as ingrown hairs… i exfoliate the skin every time i have a shower and the bumps don’t go away will this method help in reducing the look of razor/ingrown hair bumps?
Well are you looking for a cellulite fix or for a razor bumps fix?
If it’s the bumps you want to fix then check out this post instead –> http://topbeautybrands.com/how-to-shave-your-bikini-line/
Would it work without the glycerin
I’m not entirely sure as I’ve never tried it but if you do, let me know