Cellulite, particular sort of fat deposit usually found in the hip and thigh area, especially in women. 

Cellulite has a dimply, spongy appearance (sometimes described as orange peel skin) and forms lumps and bulges. There is some debate about the genuineness of cellulite. There are very few references to it in the medical press; most doctors regard it as nothing more than fat. However, the media takes a different view and several books have been written about the causes of, and cures for, cellulite. The French have recognized the condition for several decades and it is from the French that the word cellulite has been borrowed.
Although it is a condition which is more prevalent in obese women, cellulite can also occur in thin women and not all fat found on the thighs and hips is cellulite. There is some debate as to whether cellulite only affects women. Some authors argue that it is caused by estrogen and so is exclusively a women's condition, others say that men also have cellulite—particularly around the waist (so-called “love handles”).

 Cellulite is thought to be caused by an accumulation of toxins and water in adipose tissue (fat). 

The lymphatic system is responsible for the removal of waste products (toxins) from the tissues, and if the lymph is moving sluggishly for any reason then removal of toxins in that area will not be complete. Unlike the blood system, the lymphatic circulation has no pump and is dependent upon muscle contractions to move it around the body. 

So, lack of exercise and a sedentary lifestyle are thought to cause poor lymphatic circulation and hence accumulation of the toxins and water responsible for cellulite formation. Poor posture can also interfere with the lymphatic circulation, as can tight clothing, crossing the legs, and wearing high heels.
Estrogen can produce water retention, for example, in premenstrual syndrome, and it has been cited as an important cause of cellulite. The increased number of women taking synthetic estrogens in the contraceptive pill and in hormone replacement therapy has been cited as an important factor in the higher prevalence of cellulite over the last three decades.

Recent research in the United States has shown that the proteoglycan content of cellulite is different from that of ordinary skin. There are more water-attracting molecules in cellulite, which may lead to the increased water retention. Repeated dieting can cause the skin to lose its elasticity and may also contribute towards the formation of cellulite.

 It is a commonly held view that cellulite cannot be removed simply by losing weight. Instead, regimes of diet, exercise, massage, aromatherapy, dry skin brushing, and visualization are recommended .

The recommended diets for removing cellulite are similar to those advocated for general good health:

• reduced intake of fat, sugar, salt, meat, and dairy products and 

• increased intake of fruit, vegetables, whole grains, pulses, and water intake (6-8 glasses a day).

 In addition, it is recommended that toxins such as caffeine and alcohol are avoided; similarly smoking should be given up. Regular exercise helps to increase weight loss; it also stimulates the lymphatic circulation and improves general health—regardless of its effects on cellulite. Massage and skin brushing help to stimulate the lymphatic system and so remove the buildup of toxins and water. Specific aromatherapy oils are attributed with cellulite-destroying properties and can be used for massage or in the bath. 

There are also numerous anticellulite creams on the market which may be effective because they are massaged in regularly. 

It has been claimed that stress contributes to the buildup of toxins within the body, so stress-reducing techniques such as visualization and meditation may help to eliminate cellulite.
Some people resort to liposuction or liposculpture in order to remove cellulite. This is a surgical process in which excess fat is “vacuumed” out of the body. The success of liposuction depends upon the skill of the plastic surgeon and is becoming an increasingly popular option for cellulite removal. But the best way to remove cellulite is to get your self in shape by exercise!