An assessment of traditional and novel therapies for cellulite.

Abstract

There are numerous treatments for cellulite including topical, surgical, laser and other therapies. Many of these treatments are expensive. Part of the difficulty in treating cellulite arises from our incomplete understanding of this phenomenon. As noted previously in this journal, there is no consensus as to the etiology of cellulite. This article will focus on both traditional and novel treatments for cellulite and assess their efficacy based on the scientific literature.

• Authors: Michael van Vliet, Arisa Ortiz, Mathew M Avram, Paul S Yamauchi
• Journal: Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy : official publication of the European Society for Laser Dermatology (J Cosmet Laser Ther) Vol. 7 Issue 1 Pg. 7-10 (Mar 2005) ISSN: 1476-4172 [Print] England
• PMID: 16020209 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)

Chemical References

• Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors
• Retinoids

Topics

• Adipose Tissue
• Cosmetic Techniques
• Humans
• Low-Level Light Therapy
• Obesity (therapy)
• Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors (therapeutic use)
• Retinoids (therapeutic use)