Cellulite
Cellulite is a common problem, but one that has a huge effect on confidence. At The Private Clinic, we offer treatments to help reduce cellulite, tighten skin and leave your body looking smoother.
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Medically reviewed by Lorcan Sheppard BSc MBBS FRCA, Chief Medical Officer for The Private Clinic.
Last Reviewed March 22nd 2023
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Cellulite is a problem that affects 85% – 95% of British women of all ages, shapes and sizes including those who are very slim, and every year in the UK we spend millions of pounds on creams and gels trying to get rid of those stubborn dimpled, fatty deposits. Cellulite can make some women feel very self-conscious, particularly in summer when long skirts and trousers just aren’t comfortable, and it is very frustrating when even the strictest of diets don’t seem to help.
Also known as orange peel skin, cellulite is a localised skin condition that causes the skin to appear dimpled and uneven. The change in skin texture is caused by both expanding fat cells that sit underneath the skin and the fibrous bands that run perpendicular to the surface of the skin.
Fibrous bands or tissue cords anchor the skin to the muscle and these can shrink and become shorter due to fat cells pushing against them. This can then cause them to pull the skin inwards causing a dimpled effect on the outer layer of skin and the fat cells can push up against the skin causing a rippling effect.
The cellulite grading system known as the ‘Nurnberger-Muller Scale’ classifies cellulite into different levels of severity.
| Grades | Description |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | No dimpling when pressure is applied |
| Grade 2 | Dimpling when pressure is applied |
| Grade 3 | Visible dimpling when standing |
| Grade 4 | Visible dimpling when standing and lying down |
Cellulite Treatments at a glance
Procedure Time
20 mins
Downtime
24 – 48 hours
Final Results
After a full course of treatment
No. of Treatments
3 – 6 treatments
Results Last
6 months
There is no known reason why cellulite develops but certain risk factors that may contribute to the development of cellulite include;
- Weight gain or loss
- Hormone changes throughout life, such as pregnancy and menopause
- Loss of tone and elasticity due to ageing
- Lack of exercise and a sedentary lifestyle
- Poor nutrition
Cellulite is a common problem, but one that have a huge effect on confidence. At The Private Clinic, we offer treatments to help reduce cellulite, tighten skin and leave your body looking smoother. We focus on the most advanced methods to leave you with the best results, without any downtime or discomfort.
Cellulite Treatment Before & After Photos
Our excellent reputation for patient safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Private Clinic will be an exciting experience to a newfound shape. Take a look at some of the results below
