What Causes Cellulite?
2. Causes
Just beneath the surface of our skin is cords that help to connect our skin to the muscle lying just beneath. In between these two layers is another layer, which consists mainly of fat. The fat here is usually fairly thin and distributed evenly, creating a smooth surface on the skin above.
In some people, fat cells can begin to accumulate in this layer, causing the skin above to be pushed out. The skin is still attached to the muscle below by the connective cords in places, however, meaning that parts of the skin will continue to be held close to the muscle. It is unclear exactly why this happens, but potential causes include genetics, body type, and skin texture.
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