Q: What is cellulite?
A. Cellulite is dimpled or orange-peel appearance of skin typically in the hips, thighs and buttocks.
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Topographical image of the skin’s surface. |
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Q: What causes cellulite?
A. No one knows for sure what causes it, but there are several theories:
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The primary theory states that cellulite dimples appear when superficial fat deposits under the skin swell up and push into the dermis, causing the orange-peel appearance. |
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Connective tissues stiffen and contract, tugging down where they connect to the skin’s surface, creating a dimple. |
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Excess fluid builds up beneath the dermis; this swelling contributes to the orange-peel appearance. |
Contrary to popular belief, cellulite is not related to obesity since it occurs in overweight, normal and thin women.
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Q: How does the TimeWise® Cellu-Shape® Contouring System help reduce visible cellulite?
A. The TimeWise® Cellu-Shape® Contouring System works day and night to fight cellulite with an advanced multitargeted approach.
This powerful mix of ingredients, including botanicals, levels out lumps and bumps and leaves skin feeling perfectly hydrated all day. And there’s no need for any heavy-duty rubbing – just gently massage into skin. Extensive testing in our Mary Kay Skin Care Laboratory found that the innovative ingredients:
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Reduce the amount of cellulite-causing cells. |
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Stimulate cellular activity. |
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Strengthen the skin’s support system so cells are less able to cause dimpling on the surface. |
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Improve microcirculation which contributes to the firming and toning process. |
TimeWise® Cellu-Shape® Daytime Body Moisturizer is a supercharged formula that stimulates cellular activity, significantly increases the skin’s hydration level and begins the firming and toning process to help deliver the most dramatic results.
TimeWise® Cellu-Shape® Nighttime Body Gel takes advantage of the time that your body naturally uses to rest, rebuild and repair. This formula completes the firming and toning process, strengthening the skin’s support system in problem areas so the visible signs of cellulite are minimized. This product also moisturizes skin so it feels silky-smooth to the touch.
The sooner you start using it, the faster you’ll start to see the results.
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Q: What are the powerful results seen during clinical and consumer testing?
A. After 12 weeks, 7 out of 10 women had less visible cellulite and lost up to 1/2 inch on each thigh!††
††Those are the powerful results a dermatologist saw in a 12-week clinical study in an independent laboratory.
Topographical images of the skin's surface based on a 12-week clinical study.
These dramatic benefits were also seen during clinical testing:
After 4 weeks, 81% of women had firmer skin. |
After 8 weeks, 70% of women had skin with greater elasticity. |
| After 12 weeks, 100% of women had smoother skin. |
In addition to the benefits seen by dermatologists in clinical testing, consumer testing revealed that 6 out of 10 women saw skin that was significantly firmer, smoother and more toned in just 3 weeks.
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Q: How do I apply the TimeWise® Cellu-Shape® Contouring System products?
A: In the morning, apply TimeWise® Cellu-Shape® Daytime Body Moisturizer over entire body just like you would any other body moisturizer, avoiding the face.
In the evening, apply TimeWise® Cellu-Shape® Nighttime Body Gel to cellulite-prone areas. These might include thighs, hips, buttocks, stomach and upper arms.
There’s no need for heavy-duty rubbing. Gently massage the products into the skin as you would any other body lotion. These products provide hours of moisturization. However, if you choose to apply an additional moisturizer, wait until after you’ve applied the TimeWise® Cellu-Shape® Contouring System products.
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