Cellulite can affect both men and women, but it is more common in females, due to the different distributions of fat, muscle, and connective tissue. Between of women may experience cellulite at some point in their lives. Grades of cellulite A cellulite severity scale, published in 2009, ranks the condition using three grades: Grade 1, or mild: There is an “orange-peel” appearance, with between 1 and 4 superficial depressions, and a slightly “draped” or sagging appearance to the skin. Grade 2, or moderate: There are between five and nine medium-depth depressions, a “cottage cheese” appearance, and the skin appears moderately draped. Grade 3, or severe: There is a “mattress” appearance, with 10 or more deep depressions, and the skin is severely draped.