The most popular of these are creams, gels, and bath liquids.

These supposedly aid in smoothing, detoxifying, and rehydrating the “affected area”. The use of moisturizing creams rich in the antioxidant vitamins A, C and E can be somewhat beneficial. The objective behind this type of treatment is to enhance the production of collagen which is a key factor in giving skin a smooth, supple appearance.

Massaging with cellulite cream helps boost circulation and lymphatic drainage.

Essential oils enhance circulation and help eliminate retained water. Some oils to try include:

• Grapefruit
• Cypress
• Juniper
• Clary Sage or lemon added to a base of jojoba oil for a bath oil