For many who work diligently at staying fit and healthy, as we age the signs of all of that work we’ve put in can sometimes seem fruitless.The flabby arms and, most notably, the dimpling of skin from cellulite can be frustrating when we’ve tried everything we can to lead a healthy lifestyle.But for those who just can’t seem to shift the last few pounds or tighten up some of the skin from weight loss, Endermologie is a non-invasive procedure that might be worth investing in.Registered Nurse Karen Mayor, whose business Body Sculpture provides the Endermologie machine Cellu M6 Keymodule on the Island, has seen the interest grow despite the economic climate.The specially designed Cellu M6 machine provides a deep tissue massage that stretches the connective tissue along with a series of suctions. The machine can be set to provide all manners of different massage techniques and strength depending on what the client is aiming to get from the treatments.“The aesthetic results include smoothing, reduced dimpling, loss of inches and gaining elasticity,” explains Mrs Mayor. “It also releases toxins and increases circulation.”But the most compelling results are by far the elimination of unsightly cellulite.The machine’s special action gently yet intensively conditions skin tissue to eliminate fat deposits and is able to stimulate the collagen and elastin production to firm slackening skin, adds Mrs Mayor.“The treatments are really effective for those people who have a normal workout routine, maybe they do a little yoga and work out at the gym but they find it hard to move that stubborn fat and exercise is not shifting that excess fat,” she says.Cellulite affects women of all ages and can occur due to hormonal changes, such as menopause. It doesn’t matter what size a woman is, either, but, fortunately for men, this is one condition that only affects women.The treatments last about 35 to 40 minutes and can be targeted to problem areas. About 14 to 18 treatments are suggested to get the best results. The treatments can also be designed for pre- and post-liposuction surgery. It has the advantage of helping to break up fluid that tends to be retained following surgery.“We also coach and encourage our clients to maintain a healthy diet and drink at least eight glasses of water a day to flush out the toxins released during treatments and therefore increasing their chances for best results,” says Mrs Mayor.Although men do not suffer from cellulite they can also benefit from the treatments if they are looking to sculpt certain parts of their body, especially after excessive weight loss. The treatment can help to keep the skin firm and elastic after losing weight.“The treatment is like a deep tissue massage but it is consistent throughout. It can also be good for those people who are hunched over their desks all day and suffer from muscle spasms.”It can also be used for treating tired and sore muscles after intense exercise or preparing muscles for better performance in sports.Mrs Mayor, who will turn 50 next year, knows that many women in their 50s still feel young and vibrant as they did in their mid-30s. But, she says, that the reality is that it is hard to stop the ageing process.“This is a great treatment for people who are trying to stay trim and fit as they age,” she says.