The 3 best cellulite treatments that actually work

Wondering how to reduce, or completely get rid of, cellulite on your thighs? Here’s the thing—90% of women have cellulite, but that doesn’t mean we have to like it. And while we can try to minimise its appearance through professional treatments, such as lymphatic drainage massage, there are also a number of at-home products we can use to do the same.

THE BEST TREATMENTS FOR CELLULITE

Here, the BAZAAR team road test (and review) three of the best cellulite treatments on offer, so you can go into beach weather without a care in the world and not a dimple in sight.

TRILASTIN CF—CELLULITE FIRMING COMPLEX

The claim: “TriLASTIN CF Cellulite Firming Complex is a highly sophisticated formula designed to reduce the visible appearance of cellulite, smooth dimpled texture and help firm sagging skin.”
What it does: TriLASTIN CF is an excellent moisturiser and on the initial application it made my skin look smooth and healthy. The skin on my legs seems to feel more elasticised almost immediately.
Pluses: The formula has an energising smell and I didn’t lose any moisture throughout the day. It definitely made me feel more confident.
Minuses: The bottle claims,”for maximum results always use TriLASTIN-HT Hydro-Thermal Accelerator”, which is another product I would have to buy in order to get the most out of the Cellulite Firming Complex, which I imagine would frustrate some consumers.
But then, lo and behold I discovered the Thermal Accelerator is free when you purchase the Cellulite Complex!
Verdict: It made my legs feel great and the surface skin look tighter and smoother; however, using this product alone, I didn’t notice much difference in the dimple department. I would use this everyday instead of my normal moisturiser but along with dry brushing and regular massage.

DELFIN SPA HEAT MAXIMIZING CAPRIS

The claim: “When the wearer moves or walks, the anti-cellulite capri’s micro-massage fatty deposits around the legs, thighs and buttocks. They work to improve circulation and assist with fluid retention, therefore assisting with the appearance of cellulite.”
What it does: They lift. They shape and they suck it all in.
Pluses: They look like a 4 year old’s ballet tights had been put into the box by mistake. But don’t let this deter you, they stretch. A lot. And the biggest shock of all? No muffin top!
Unlike so many forms of shapewear out there, these really did shape and lift, without making my midsection look like a burst sausage. Bonus.
Minuses: Due to their textured nature, these can’t really be worn as normal opaques and expect crazy zig-zag patterns to be pressed into your legs for a few hours after taking off.
Verdict: I honestly believe the panelling and unusual texture helped with water retention and circulation. However, I am a little sceptical that they will reduce cellulite long-term. Definitely something every woman should have in the hosiery drawer, I don’t think I’ll be selling my bike just yet.

BIOTHERM CELLULI LASER INTENSIVE NIGHT CREAM

The claim: A slimming and anti-water action that reshapes the silhouette and reduces the contours (jodhpur thighs) as you sleep at night. The silhouette is lightened with spectacular new looking skin.”

What is does: Smooths my skin’s surface.
Pluses: The scent of the cream is fruity and fresh and the texture is rich and luxurious.
The directions are hilarious, they suggest to shower your legs with a jet of cold water then lie down and raise your legs on a wall or the headboard of a bed, then apply the cream from the ankles upwards exerting light pressure.
Minuses: Who really has time to do that whole procedure every night?
The verdict: I didn’t see any difference in the appearance of my legs, but the cream makes for a nice body moisturiser. Perhpas if I did have time to go through this procedure every night for 6 months I would see results, but for now it looks like it’s back to the gym for me.Main image credit: GettyWords by Harper’s Bazaar team