Cellulite treatment in Istanbul

There are 3 venues in Istanbul offering cellulite treatment: a wellness centre in Beşiktaş, a hotel spa in Taksim and a day spa in Bahçeşehir. All three focus on massage and the hammam; here cellulite treatment is on the same menu as body treatments such as a body scrub, body mask and lymphatic drainage.

Cellulite treatment by venue

AS Spa Merkezi in Bahçeşehir offers cellulite treatment on the same menu as lymphatic drainage massage, facials and medical massage; the venue also has a hammam, sauna and steam room. Aurel Spa at the Taksim Occidental Hotel welcomes outside guests; alongside treatments such as a body scrub and body mask it has a 180-minute day-use option, which makes it easier to fit the treatment into the same visit as the hammam. Melas Spa & Wellness in Beşiktaş is on the list with its wide massage menu.

What to ask before a course of sessions

Cellulite treatment is planned as a course of sessions, and its effect is limited to the appearance of the skin and is temporary. Before buying a package, check the following:

• Whether the treatment is done by hand or with a device, and which products are used.
• How many sessions are recommended, the interval between sessions and how long the package is valid.
• Whether there is a consultation before the first session.
• Whether the session is sold together with use of the hammam or sauna.

If you have varicose veins, a history of thrombosis, an open wound or sensitive skin, or are pregnant, consult your doctor first. What the treatment involves and realistic expectations are covered on the cellulite treatment page; the city's other spas and hammams are in the Istanbul listing.