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Cellulite is not a fat problem: what CelluErase and Strike Cell actually target

22 September 2026 7 min read By Kiana Djazeb

You can lose two stone and still have cellulite. You can have a low body fat percentage, train five days a week, and drink two litres of water daily, and those dimples on your thighs and glutes will not budge. That is not a motivation problem or a diet problem. That is a structural problem, and it requires a structural solution.

Why almost everything you have been told about cellulite is wrong

Cellulite affects around 90% of women at some point in their lives. It has nothing to do with being overweight, being unfit, or eating badly. Thin people have it. Athletes have it. Models have it. The reason it is so persistent is that most people, and most treatments, target the wrong thing entirely.

Around 90% of women have cellulite, regardless of weight or fitness level. It is a structural skin condition, not a fat condition.

Cellulite is not excess fat sitting under the skin. It is what happens when fat cells push upward through a weakened connective tissue framework and create that characteristic dimpled, orange-peel texture. The fat is just doing what fat does. The problem is the structure around it.

The real anatomy of cellulite

Under your skin, you have a layer of connective tissue made up of fibrous bands called septae. In men, these bands run diagonally, which is why men rarely develop cellulite. In women, they run vertically, like a grid of fence posts. When those bands stiffen, tighten, or become fibrous, they pull the skin downward in some places while fat pushes upward in others. That tug-of-war is what creates the dimpling you see on the surface.

No amount of cardio releases those bands. No cream penetrates deep enough to restructure them. And simply reducing fat volume does not change the tension pattern those fibrous septae create. That is why losing weight so often fails to fix cellulite, and why you need a treatment that works at the level of the connective tissue itself.

What CelluErase and Strike Cell actually target

At Snatch & Glow, the cellulite removal treatments used are CelluErase and Strike Cell. Both are designed to address the root structural cause of cellulite, not just the surface appearance.

CelluErase: releasing the fibrous bands

CelluErase works by mechanically disrupting the fibrous septae that cause the skin to dimple. Think of it as releasing the tension from the inside. When those tight bands are broken down, the skin above them is no longer being pulled downward, and the surface smooths out. The treatment also stimulates collagen production in the area, which improves skin elasticity and helps maintain the results over time.

It targets the connective tissue layer directly, which is why results are visible in a way that topical treatments simply cannot match. The skin looks smoother, firmer, and more even because the underlying structure has actually changed.

Strike Cell: targeting the fat cell network and microcirculation

Strike Cell works alongside CelluErase by targeting the metabolic and circulatory factors that contribute to cellulite. Poor lymphatic drainage and sluggish microcirculation cause fluid to accumulate in the tissue, which pushes fat cells closer to the surface and makes dimpling worse. Strike Cell improves circulation in the treatment area, encourages lymphatic drainage, and disrupts the fat cell clustering that worsens the appearance of cellulite.

Together, CelluErase and Strike Cell tackle both the structural and the circulatory sides of the problem, which is why combining them produces better results than either approach alone.

The dimples you see on the surface are caused by tension pulling the skin down, not by fat pushing up. Releasing that tension is the only way to create lasting change.

Who is a good candidate for cellulite removal treatment

If you have cellulite on your thighs, glutes, stomach, or arms that has not responded to diet or exercise, you are a strong candidate for CelluErase and Strike Cell treatment. It works across all skin tones and body types, and it does not matter whether your cellulite is mild or more pronounced. The structural cause is the same, and the treatment addresses it at the source.

This is not a weight loss treatment and it is not a fat reduction treatment. It is a skin and connective tissue treatment. If you also want to reduce localised fat deposits, Snatch & Glow offers fat dissolving injections using Aqualyx and Lemon Bottle from £120, which can be combined with your cellulite removal plan for a more comprehensive result.

What results look like and how long they last

Cellulite treatment at Snatch & Glow starts from £95 per session. A course of six sessions is recommended for lasting results. This is not a one-and-done treatment, and that is worth being honest about, because the connective tissue remodelling that produces real change takes time and repetition to establish.

Most people start noticing a visible improvement in skin texture within the first few sessions. By the end of a full course of six, the dimpling is significantly reduced, the skin surface is smoother, and the improvement holds because the underlying structure has genuinely changed, not just temporarily masked.

Maintenance sessions every few months help sustain the results, particularly in areas that are prone to poor circulation or lymphatic congestion.

A full course of six sessions is where the lasting change happens. This is connective tissue remodelling, not a quick fix, and that is exactly why it works.

What to expect during and after each session

Sessions are straightforward and require no downtime. You can return to your normal routine immediately afterward. Some people experience mild redness or tenderness in the treatment area for a short period, which is a normal response to the mechanical work being done on the tissue. There is no recovery period, no bruising to manage, and no need to take time off.

Each session builds on the last, which is why spacing them consistently and completing the recommended course matters if you want the results that the before-and-afters you see online actually show.

Why cellulite removal at Snatch & Glow works differently

Snatch & Glow is rated 4.9 stars and treats clients across London who are done with surface-level fixes that deliver nothing. The CelluErase and Strike Cell treatments are delivered by trained practitioners who assess your skin, your circulation, and the specific pattern of dimpling you have before designing your course of treatment.

You are not getting a generic protocol. You are getting a treatment plan built around the actual structural cause of your specific cellulite, with practitioners who know the difference between the two treatments and when to use each one, or both together, to get you the smoothest result possible.

If you want to see the full range of what Snatch & Glow offers, including skin treatments, body contouring, and injectables, visit the treatments page.

Frequently asked questions about CelluErase and Strike Cell

Does cellulite removal work if I am not overweight?

Yes, and in fact this is one of the most common situations. Cellulite is a structural skin condition caused by fibrous septae pulling the skin downward, not a result of being overweight. CelluErase and Strike Cell target that structure directly, so your weight or body composition does not determine whether the treatment will work for you.

How many sessions do I need to see results?

Most people notice visible improvement within the first few sessions, but a course of six is recommended for results that last. Connective tissue remodelling is a gradual process, and completing the full course is what produces the meaningful, sustained improvement you are looking for.

Is there any downtime after CelluErase or Strike Cell?

No. You can go straight back to your day after each session. There may be some mild redness or tenderness in the treated area, but this settles quickly. There is no bruising, no swelling to manage, and no recovery period.

Can I combine cellulite removal with other treatments?

Yes. CelluErase and Strike Cell pair well with fat dissolving injections if you want to address localised fat alongside skin texture, or with skin boosters like Profhilo if you want to improve overall skin quality at the same time. Your practitioner at Snatch & Glow will advise on the best combination for your goals.

How much does cellulite removal cost at Snatch & Glow?

Cellulite removal starts from £95 per session. A course of six sessions is recommended for lasting results. Payment plans may be available, so it is worth asking when you book your consultation.

Ready to fix the actual problem

If you have been trying to get rid of cellulite through diet, exercise, or creams and getting nowhere, it is because none of those things address the fibrous bands causing the dimpling. CelluErase and Strike Cell do. Book a free 15-minute call with the team at Snatch & Glow to find out what a course of treatment looks like for you, or head straight to the treatments page to learn more. Book a free 15-minute call today and get a straight answer on what will actually work for your skin.

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Kiana Djazeb
Snatch & Glow · London, Manchester, Beckenham, Chelmsford

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