Market Overview
In 2022, the cellulite treatment market size was estimated at USD 0.5 billion. The cellulite treatment market is expected to increase from USD 0.554 billion in 2023 to USD 1.268 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.90% over the forecast period (2023-2032).
Growth Drivers and Deterrents
Cellulite formation is caused by uneven distribution of muscle, fat, and connective tissue. It can also occur on account of inflammation, poor nutrition, dehydration, static postures, alcohol intake, genetics, and fast-food consumption, among others. But people are increasingly changing their lifestyle habits, adopting better eating habits, and now prefer a more muscular and fitter physique, which can be favorable for the cellulite treatment market.
Mounting urge among people to look fit and young has fostered the demand for a variety of cellulite treatment options, with the trend capturing the attention of emerging nations in particular. Procedures such as laser treatment, subcision, vacuum-assisted precise tissue release and more have sparked the interest of a lot of consumers across India and South Korea. The cellulite treatment market has numerous established giants who are deeply involved in strategic planning for capturing a better position. This has led to a fiercely competitive business scenario in the cellulite treatment industry.
There is a high preference for minimally and non-invasive and procedures, which benefits the global market to a large extent. Also, the strong social media impact among the youth, expanding geriatric population and the high awareness among the mass about the various procedures available would ensure better growth prospects. The emergence of technically advanced and user-friendly tools and the rising popularity of cellulite treatment among men would further enhance the industry size.
Market Segmentation
The cellulite treatment industry can be categorized depending on treatment procedure, cellulite type, and end use.
The various treatment procedures are minimally invasive, topical treatment as well as non-invasive. The highest demand is for the non-invasive procedures, as a result of which the segment has secured the top position in the global market. The appeal of these types of procedures is fostered by the rising use of infrared, ultrasound, and radiofrequency technology that ensure precise incision and relatively, no side-effects.
The types of cellulites are soft cellulite, edematous cellulite, and hard cellulite. Soft cellulite forms the biggest segment in the market, given the soaring number of obese and overweight people worldwide.
Major end users of cellulite treatment are specialized dermatology clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and hospitals. Specialized dermatology clinics are in the lead, because of the surging number of skilled doctors, significant efficacy rate, and advanced treatment infrastructure.
Regional Insight
Geographically, the cellulite treatment market has been considered for Europe, North America, the Middle East & Africa or MEA and Asia Pacific or APAC.
North America should soon emerge as the market leader, as the demand for cellulite treatment is mounting on the back of surging genetic diseases and the rising use of cutting-edge technologies during the procedures. Soaring number of medical operation facilities owned by the major players in the region, and the presence of a well-developed medical and cosmetic industry further add to the market worth. Escalating popularity of modern cosmetic procedures along with the expansive pool of board-certified, skilled surgeons would elevate the market position to higher levels in the next few years.
Sweden, Germany, France, Switzerland, and UK head the cellulite treatment market in Europe. The region has taken the second lead in the global market, thanks to the well-defined and thriving healthcare industry, supportive government, as well as frequent R&D activities taking place.
APAC is touted to be the fastest advancing market for cellulite treatment in the coming years, with India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, and China in the lead. Asia Pacific benefits from the expanding population of skilled cosmetic professionals, emergence of sophisticated techniques, coupled with cheaper priced treatment options. China and India house a huge elderly population that are increasingly opting for cellulite treatment. The rise in people’s disposable incomes and the mounting number of working women in the corporate sector focused on their physical appearance will further push the APAC market’s growth rate in subsequent years.
Top Firms
Cellulite Treatment Market key players in the MRFR report are Merz Pharma GmbH & Co. KGaA (Germany), Nubway (China), Skinrex Co., Ltd. (South Korea), Cynosure, Inc. (U.S), IncelerMedikal Co. Ltd. (Turkey), Tanceuticals, LLC. (U.S), Beijing Sincoheren S & T Development Co., Ltd, (China), Zimmer Aesthetics (Germany), Cymedics (Germany), Candela Medical (U.S), Hologic Inc. (U.S), Cutera (U.S), Syneron Medical Inc (U.S), and many more.