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Fri Dec 08, 2006 12:58 pm  |
| ScotsLass wrote: |
Hi Mermaid & Scala! Would love to hear from both of you regarding your progress using the Murad and/or Santica Cellulite Supplements & Cellulite Cream. Have you noticed any difference in your problem area's since you began using these products?
Hey! I think there are 2-3 cellulite threads active right now and I did post on one of them that the Santica (what MG and I take) is starting to show results. I opted to try this out rather than continuing taking the Lipo 6 regularly because Santica appears to be more natural ingredients. For the record, I do not have an issue w/the Lipo 6 and still take it occasionally with no side effects at all.
Scala - I'd also love to know if you are still taking the Pericone supplements? If so, are you taking the Murad and/or Santica Cellulite supplements in addition to the Pericone's? I'm wondering what the biggest difference is supplement-wise between Murad, Santica and Pericone? Does one offer something more than the others? I also read on another thread that you are using a nifty hand-held cellulite massage unit. How long have you been using this unit and do you think it is worth the $$$ (sorry, the name of it escapes me at the moment!).
Yes, I am but I only "follow" the Perricone prescription as an outline and purchase my supplements from Vitacost to meet the requirements. While still a significant investment, it is FAR cheaper than going through Perricone! I take the Santica Anti-Cellulite as an adjunct and specifically to address cellulite. All of the other supps are vitamins, antioxidants, and so on. So, I think they complement one another.
I am using the hand-held unit and like it a lot. It was well worth the $ and is very convenient to use. I'd say, though, if you wanted a first-choice suggestion, go for the infrared sauna. My little hand-held is nice when I don't want to get into the box or vice versa (when I'd rather get into the box).
I scanned through "The Cellulite Solution" at the bookstore several months ago, but was discouraged by the program as the book insists you need a boat-load of expensive supplements in addition to Spa-level cellulite treatments in order to see results. Reading through your posts, it sounds as if you and Mermaidgirl have devised your own program which may be less expensive and equally effective. Apart from the obvious importance of exercise and diet to reduce cellulite, would you kindly share your 'cellulite busting' regime with us? I'd love to know how I should start an effective program, and if it's even necessary for me to take Lipo 6 to jump start the process before I introduce any cellulite supplements?
Well, here's what I use/do: take 1 Santica anti-cellulite 2x/day, 1 fiber tablet at night (I use Fibertox by Better Body Basics - great stuff), daily supplements (my list is long), one glass of juice AM w/1 Tsp. Glutamine, 1 Tsp. MSM and 2 Tsp. Silica Gel). I dry brush (3-4x/week) w/a natural sisal brush all over to move toxins along. As far as gadgetry, I use the hand-held or now my new infrared sauna 4-5x/week. It helps to drink lots of water as this both cleanses the system and plumps up the skin. That's about it (I'm sure you're reeling)!
Oh, I'd also love to know if either one of you has tried an 'Infrared Sauna' spa treatment to help reduce your cellulite? I have found a spa near me that offers these treatments, but don't know if I'm wasting my time and $$$ on something that almost sounds too good to be true! 
Thank you both so much for your help!
ETA: Just discovered that Scala has purchased a portable FIR Sauna (FIR = far infrared). Way to go, girl!! I was pricing these on ebay last week and am SOOOO tempted to buy one. HOWEVER, I am determined to restrain myself until I try the real mccoy at the Spa. This is what my local Spa claims a 30 minute Infrared Sauna treatment will do for you:
Infrared Saunas help clear up cellulite, the gel-like lumps of fat, water and debris trapped in pockets beneath the skin. European beauty specialists routinely incorporate daily saunas in programs to reduce cellulite. The heat of the sunlight sauna warms three times as deep as conventional saunas. It is significantly more effective at reducing cellulite.
Scars fully formed, even keloids, may be gradually softened. Burns and other wounds or incisions may heal with significantly reduced scarring.
Other skin benefits"
*open wounds heal quicker with reduced scarring
*help acne, eczema, psoriasis, burns and any skin lesions or cuts
*removes roughness, leaving skin baby smooth and soft again
*firms and improves skin tone and elasticity
*burn up to 600 calories in a 30 minute session (this alone has me jumping with joy!!!)
*cellular purification
As I mentioned above, almost sounds too good to be true! Here's hoping it really does work!
I'm counting on it! In fact, I'm off to sit in my sauna for a round of "exercise". :
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