Weleda Birch Cellulite Oil
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Sat Jan 10, 2009 5:04 am

Unfortunately for me, just because you're underweight does not mean that you don't have cellulite. I've eaten more than my fair share of junk food over the years (doing a detox next week) and I noticed some time ago that when I squish my skin together on my thighs you may as well paint me orange and call me one... Luckily, it doesn't actually show normally but I was rather unimpressed to discover that it is starting to show in some situations (e.g. picture cross legged yoga position). Of course, this could also be because I've done no proper exercise for years, but let's leave that thought alone for now *takes another handful of mint M&Ms*. I was browsing through the MUA cellulite product reviews and the Weleda oil stood out to me. So, of course, I couldn't resist and bought a bottle.

Fast forward about a month of twice daily use (most days anyway) and here we are. I'm liking this oil, it has a nice citrusy herbal scent to it and is quite a thick oil (vs. say, the Dermalogica Stress Relief oil which is the body oil that I am most familiar with) so it's nice to work with. It strikes me as pretty slow to absorb into the skin (at least fully) so it does feel a bit oily for a while which may not be a hit with some but I don't mind it and it does a great job of moisturising the skin. I use it straight out of the shower on damp skin when I can, otherwise I just apply on dry skin.

So, has it helped with cellulite? I'm not entirely sure, so I'll say no here for now. I say I'm not sure because it does actually make my skin look better. I've only been using it on my thighs and it has helped to improve the texture and firmness of the skin so I'm pretty happy with that alone. I have not been using it for the amount of time required (you're supposed to massage in for 5 minutes, I massage it in maybe for 2-3 minutes) but since the massage is probably the #1 component of ANY cellulite treatment, I have just purchased a nice massager with infrared heat and plan on using that to massage in the oil every evening.

Will I repurchase this? Well, I'm not done with my first bottle but a parcel with 5 bottles just arrived at my door yesterday. What can I say, when I like a product I tend to stock up when there is a sale Smile

That obviously means that I am planning to continue using this oil and will report back in a month or so with an update. I have also just joined the gym recently so this may (and I hope does) positively affect the situation as well assuming that I will actually GO to the gym instead of sitting here on the couch (albeit with very well oiled thighs...) eating M&Ms *grabs another handful of mint M&Ms*. Well, it is 10pm so at least I have an excuse for not being at the gym.... Smile

free skin care · Fri Jan 23, 2009 6:35 am

I always like your reviews, Mabsy. I don't really have a cellulite issue (I have enough others to keep me occupied), but I love most things Weleda. Where is a good place to purchase their products? I've only gotten mine at WalGreens, and they're sorta pricey. I love, love, love Weleda Sea Buckthorn lotion and body wash.

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