Another procedure being touted for the treatment of cellulite is more invasive, and involves surgery with a tool equipped with a v-shaped blade that is inserted through small excisions in the skin to cut the fibrous X shaped bands of tissue that form the structure where the cellulite is formed.

Once these bands are cut, some fat (cellulite) is liposuctioned out and some fat reinjected. This can produce a temporary smoothing, but eventually the cellulite reforms and the results are negated. This is a very costly price to pay for temporary results.

Avoid most mainstream products because most contain aminophylline, a bronchodilator that can cause heart palpitations, anxiety and in extreme cases, respiratory failure.

Instead you should look for topical cellulite treatments that contain these natural ingredients.

Caffeine – Although drinking caffeine seems to increase cellulite due to impairing circulation and lymph flow, topical application has been known to reduce fat content in cells by blocking an enzyme that inhibits fat breakdown. Caffeine may be listed on ingredient labels as kola nut, tea, or green tea 

Cocoa – May help stimulate the release of stored fat 

Theophylline – May help increase circulation


The basic theory behind all of the “theories” mentioned above all comes back to one underlying idea which is to increase circulation and drainage beneath the skin to help slow down the accumulation of cellulite. No cream, oil, electronic device, or surgery can eliminate cellulite. Some may in fact slow down the accumulation and lesson appearance of cellulite temporarily, but none have been proven to actually reduce it.