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Cellulite is a cosmetic condition frequently found on the thighs and buttocks of women. It is clinically characterized by relief alterations on the skin surface, at variable degrees. Its etiology is unknown. Initially, it was thought to be a mere increase of fat in subcutaneous tissues associated with an altered lymphatic and venous flow. In the recent years, other elements seem to be involved on its appearance, like adipocyte hypertrophy, connective tissue abnormalities, and fibrosis. Hormonal influences in collagen are being studied as a relevant cause for cellulite. A variety of treatments have been proposed to treat the cellulite condition. This chapter discusses the most important treatments for cellulite.

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  1. Department of Dermatology, Pontificia Universidade Catolica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUC-RS), Brazilian Center for Studies in Dermatology, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil

    Doris Hexsel M.D.

  2. Brazilian Center for Studies in Dermatology, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil

    Doris Hexsel M.D.

  3. 782 Dr. Timoteo, St., 90570-040, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil

    Doris Hexsel M.D.

  4. Brazilian Society of Dermatology and Brazilian Society of Dermatologic Surgery, São Paulo, SP, Brazil

    Rosemarie Mazzuco M.D.

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  1. Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology, University of Miami, Belle Meade Island Drive 881, Miami, 33138, Florida, USA

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Hexsel, D., Mazzuco, R. (2013). Cellulite. In: Tosti, A., Hexsel, D. (eds) Update in Cosmetic Dermatology. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-34029-1_2

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