Coffee and Cellulite

It seems that the morning cup of joe can do a lot more than perk you up in the morning. At last, there finally is a solution to the persistent dimples that plagues more than 80 percent of women: coffee.

In my own struggle to rid myself of those dreaded dimples, I came across a few interesting articles about a simple, at home remedy.

Many women are claiming to have dramatically reduced the appearance of cellulite by applying coffee grinds topically. Is this a cruel joke by Folgers, or is it simply a mocha miracle?

How to Lose Cellulite with Coffee:

• Buy cheap lotion and caffeinated coffee grounds (de-caf will not have the same effect)
  
• Grind the coffee grounds into a dust
• Mix the dust with hand lotion and apply to the cellulite areas
• Leave the mixture on for about 20 to 30 minutes
• Rinse and repeat until you achieve the desired effect

Another variation of this method is to use whole coffee grinds and olive oil. Once you apply this mixture to your cellulite areas, wrap plastic wrap over the mixture and wait about 20 to 30 minutes. Doing this twice a week is supposed to give way to excellent results.

Personally, I find the lotion method much easier!

Does Coffee Cure Cellulite ?

All I can offer is my personal experience with this technique, and I have to say I had pretty good success, as long as I did it consistently.

I applied the coffee ground mixture about three times a week, each for about half an hour - long enough to watch your favorite episode of The Simpsons. While it did not get rid of all of my cellulite, I definitely noticed a difference. In addition, I noticed my hips, thighs and butt all got a little smaller as well!

However, as soon as I stopped using the lotion three times a week, the cellulite did come back, but not to the same extent as it was before I started.

All in all, I would say this is a great at home beauty tip that everyone who suffers from cellulite should try.

Why Does Coffee Reduce Cellulite?

Cellulite is stubborn body fat that receives poor blood circulation and caffeine is a drug that can improve circulation. As a result, applying caffeinated lotions to the affected areas can increase blood flow, which can help our bodies break down and remove the cellulite fat more easily.

Many companies are experimenting with this finding by creating caffeinated stockings or caffeinated lotions. However, many consumers complain that the results are not nearly as dramatic as using coffee grinds.

However, not all coffee can be a good thing! Remember, caffeine is considered a toxin, which is linked to the build up of cellulite. So, while applying coffee topically may reduce cellulite, drinking it could have the reverse effect!

Ah, now if only coffee-infused lotion smelled as good as Starbucks in the morning.


Resources:
Walker, Neil (2009). Cellulite and Coffee. Retrieved on January 12, 2009 .
Dhondt, Rudy (2007). Cellulite and Coffee Grind. Retrieved on January 15, 2009.

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