Tag Archives: cellulite

How to get rid of cellulite: what works and what doesn’t

| October 13, 2017

Not loving that cellulite on your thighs but don’t know what to do about it? Dr A Bolin runs through the treatment options to see which ones really work. Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed dimpling of the skin on your buttocks or thighs? You are not alone. Most women, even very fit thin women, have cellulite and it can be a major concern, affecting self-esteem. Not surprisingly there are a host of products and treatments ranging from massages to invasive procedures which claim to banish cellulite. Although no treatment at present is a permanent solution, the…

Whole Body Cryotherapy-does it work

| May 28, 2017

Whole Body Cryotherapy – can it reduce cellulite and improve your skin or should you give it the cold shoulder? Dr Haran Sivapalan finds out. Remember the ice-bucket challenge of 2014 when millions of people around the globe dowsed themselves in ice to raise money for the ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) – an undoubtedly cold and unpleasant experience for a good cause. Well multiple that by about a million and you’ve got whole body cryotherapy – the practice of subjecting yourself to freezing temperatures for short periods of time in the belief that it will make your skin better, improve your…

Caffeine: can it help your skin and hair?

| May 20, 2017

From eye creams to body creams: the role of caffeine in skincare is growing. Dr Haran Sivapalin asks why and does it work?  Your latte or espresso shot may help you perk up every morning, but can it also perk up your skin and hair? Caffeine is increasingly being used as an ingredient in cosmetic products where it’s purported to do everything from boosting hair growth to reducing cellulite. So, in addition to drinking a cup of Joe, is it time we smother our skin in caffeine too?   Effects of caffeine Caffeine is found in over 60 different species of…