Cellulite looks like dimpled or bumpy skin. Its appearance is sometimes described as having a cottage cheese or orange peel-like texture. Mild cellulite typically only appears when pinching an area that has cellulite, such as the thighs. In more severe cases, cellulite can make the skin appear rumpled and bumpy with areas of peaks and valleys. Cellulite is most common around the thighs and buttocks, but it can also be found on the breasts, lower abdomen and upper arms, among other areas.