Evidence supporting the use of: Herbal blend (proprietary)
For the health condition: Cellulite

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Cellulite is a common cosmetic concern characterized by dimpled skin, often on the thighs and buttocks. Herbal blends aimed at improving cellulite typically draw on traditional medicine, using ingredients like gotu kola (Centella asiatica), horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum), green tea (Camellia sinensis), and others. These herbs have been used historically in various cultures for their purported effects on circulation, inflammation, and skin appearance.

For example, gotu kola is traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine to support skin health and wound healing, and it is thought to enhance collagen production, which may theoretically reduce the appearance of cellulite. Horse chestnut extract, commonly used in Europe for venous insufficiency, is believed to strengthen blood vessel walls and improve microcirculation, which some claim could also help with cellulite. Green tea contains polyphenols and caffeine, both of which are sometimes included in topical and oral blends for their purported fat-burning or circulation-boosting effects.

Despite these traditional uses, scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness of such herbal blends for cellulite is limited. Most available studies are small, not well controlled, or use topical formulations rather than oral blends. While some minor improvements in skin texture have been reported, robust clinical evidence is lacking. Overall, the use of herbal blends for cellulite is primarily justified by traditional use, with only modest scientific support.

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