Herbal Treatments  

Surgery?

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. If you ask me, this is a very costly price to pay for temporary results. (Related article:  Improving cellulite with the help of a plastic surgeon and comparison of mesotherapy with liposuction)

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.