Cellulite

Massage is supposed to break down the fibrous bands, but there's little hard evidence to support
this. If massage were to work, it would have to be extremely firm to have any effect.
Some new devices are trying to take the idea of massage one step further, for example by using a combination of lasers and massage to try to break down the cellulite.

The only treatment that might have a permanent effect is liposuction, which is a dramatic step to take. This works by sucking out the fat cells - removing the problem tissue altogether. Once gone, these cells aren't replaced, so the area should remain smooth, although your body may then have to store any added fat in other fat pockets, such as on your shoulders, which can end up distorting the shape of your body.