Cellulite Creams - What Works, What Doesn't?

Save your money here, none of these work at all...

Creams don't work for cellulite. Some may contain products that cause some temporary irritation which causes some swelling and some very temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite. The best treatment for cellulite is Endermologie. Nothing is permanent but Endermologie has a long track record of being effective. After a baseline series of treatments, that do not hurt, maintenance requires 2 or 3 treatments yearly. The person administering the treatment is very important. Make... more

I have never seen cellulite creams work.  Endermologie or massage works temporarily because your tissue gets swollen and hides the bumpy areas. If cellulite gets worse and it will as a person ages if you have a propensity for it some of the body lifting procedures can really help prevent eliminate and reduce the areas of cellulite. Unfortunately it is often hereditary. Good Luck to you   Dr. Kimberly Henry

Cellulite creams don't work. I can't even think of a mechanism whereby they could possible work. Don't waste your money. As a matter of fact, there is really nothing that works well for cellulite.

If you are hoping to eliminate cellulite with a cream you will most likely be disappointed. Caffeine, Retinol and Antioxidants are common ingredients in many of the creams, and will only temporarily improve the skin tone and texture, but don't really do anything to improve the cause of the cellulite appearance. Since creams are applied topically it is not possible for the ingredients to penetrate deep enough through the skin to actually treat the fat that causes the dimpled appearance.... more

The real key is to see true peer review studies that show lasting improvement. I have not read any. It is attractive for consumers but until the companies that make these cellulite creams provide scientific data, it will be hard for doctors to recommend such products.  

Cellulite is one of the hardest aesthetic condition to treat. None of topical cream over-the-counter or prescription has been shown to be particularly helpful. You should seek a board-certified dermatologic surgeon or plastic surgeon for evaluation. Some patients with cellulites may benefit from liposuction followed by strict daily application of compression garments for at least 4 weeks. There is some early evidence that stationary cellulite dimples on thighs can be treated with some... more