Basic Makeup of Cellulite Still Baffles Investigators : Clinical trials to determine the content of fat found in cellulite to be launched.

Future treatment approaches may include topical approaches such as Retinol Anti-Cellulite, a cosmeceutical from RoC, as well as electrolipolysis, carboxytherapy, and cryolipolysis.

But for now, "the technology has moved far in advance of what we know about cellulite," he said.

Dr. Sadick disclosed that he has received research funding from Syneron Medical Ltd., DEKA Corp., and Cynosure Inc.

'By understanding more about the basic science of this condition, we hope to be able to introduce better therapies.' DR. SADICK

A patient is shown before (left) and after (right) undergoing four treatments with VelaShape for cellulite reduction. Photos courtesy Dr. Neil Sadick