Efficacy of Slimming Cream Containing 3.5% Water-Soluble Caffeine and Xanthenes for the Treatment of Cellulite: Clinical Study and Literature Review.
- Author:
Sang Young BYUN
1
;
Soon Hyo KWON
;
Su Hak HEO
;
Jae Seong SHIM
;
Mi Hee DU
;
Jung Im NA
Author Information
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords: Caffeine; Cellulite; Cellulite treatment; Slimming cream; Xanthenes
- MeSH: Arm; Caffeine*; Cellulitis; Dermis; Flushing; Patient Satisfaction; Pruritus; Subcutaneous Fat; Thigh; Xanthenes*; Surveys and Questionnaires
- From:Annals of Dermatology 2015;27(3):243-249
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: BACKGROUND: Cellulite is a 'cottage cheese-like' cutaneous change caused by subcutaneous fat bulging into the dermis that usually leads to cosmetic problems. Slimming cream containing 3.5% water-soluble caffeine and xanthenes exhibits a lipolytic effect with penetration into the dermis. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of slimming cream for the treatment of cellulite. METHODS: Fifteen subjects with cellulite applied slimming cream to the thighs and inner side of the upper arms twice daily for 6 weeks. Efficacy was assessed using a standard visual scale, changes in the circumferences of the thighs and upper arms, and patient satisfaction by a questionnaire at baseline, week 3, and week 6. Safety was assessed by inquiring about adverse events through questionnaires. RESULTS: The standard visual scale score improved significantly by 0.49 points (19.8%) at week 6. Thigh and upper-arm circumferences decreased by 0.7 cm (1.7%) and 0.8 cm (2.3%), respectively, at week 6. Slight itching and transient flushing were commonly reported, but no serious adverse event occurred. CONCLUSION: The slimming cream tested appears to be effective for the treatment of cellulitis without serious adverse effects. However, additional large clinical trials are required to confirm the efficacy and safety of slimming cream for the treatment of cellulitis.
