Santica Research Labs, LLC, a subsidiary of Italian multinational Medestea Internazionale, recently announced the launch of CelluScience Anti-Cellulite Beaute Intensive, a dietery supplement that the company claims works to reduce cellulite. The supplement has been available in Europe.

"This unique supplement, made from carefully selected natural botanical extracts, targets the underlying factors that contribute to the development of cellulite," said Eddie Catalfamo, Santica Research Labs President & CEO, in a press release. "It is a common misunderstanding that only overweight women have cellulite, but, in fact, it is a common problem for thin people as well."

CelluScience's patented Vascolarys Complex proprietary blend includes fish oil, borage oil, grape seed extract, Ginkgo biloba, Gotu Kola Leaf and other natural ingredients. According to the company, CelluScience helps maintain strong micro-circulation, helps promote healthy cell metabolism and delivers potent anti-oxidants.

The company reports that the findings of a 3-month study conducted by scientists at the University of Siena, Italy, found thigh circumference was reduced by an average 3.6% up to 6.7% and the abdomen circumference was reduced by an average 4.1% up to 11.1% of the women who took the supplements during the clinical trial. Nearly 69% reported seeing results within 30 days and 94% reported results within 47 days. All five studies have been reviewed by Dr. Howard Maibach, Professor of Dermatology, University of California School of Medicine in San Francisco.

The product will be available in 2010. For more information, visit www.celluscience.com. A 15-day starter program of 45 gel capsules for $64.99 will be available at national retailers and drug chains starting in March 2010. The company recommends the following regimen for best results: Two capsules in the morning and one in the evening, preferably on an empty stomach, for a minimum of 90 days, repeated at least twice a year accompanied by a fitness program to sustain the results.