8 Body-Toning Creams That Actually Make You Look Slimmer

The Product: SkinCeuticals Body Tightening Concentrate ($78)

How It Works: This paraben-free concentrate is made up of tripeptide, yeast extract, and hydrolyzed rice protein, which help the skin to feel more firm. It's specifically targeted for hard-to-tone areas like the thighs, butt, knees, upper arms, and abs. In addition to its contouring capabilities, it also has a cooling, slight tingling effect upon application.

The Product: Bliss FatGirlSlim Arm Candy ($38)

How It Works: This addition to Bliss's FatGirlSlim family is formulated with a combination of caffeine, white sapphire, and lactic acids for breaking down trouble spots and revealing a smoother, more even-looking skin tone. We especially appreciate the raised, massage-like applicator, which makes it easier to target hard-to-reach areas (and feels like a relaxing massage to use!).

The Product: Orlane Paris Aqua Svelte Slimming Scrub With Algae and Salt ($65)

How It Works: Caffeine, essential ginger oil, and marine algae work together to remove dead skin cells, target cellulite, and improve vibrance. In addition to its speedy smoothing effects, the scrub boasts a soothing, marine-like scent. Finish off the treatment with one of Orlane's firming serums for added benefit.

The Product: DERMAdoctor Brazilian Bombshell Skin Perfecting Body Lotion ($48)

How It Works: Like one of your favorite Instagram filters, this lotion from DERMAdoctor is beloved for its ability to mask imperfections and minimize flaws. Not only does it give us a confident glow, but the blend of Brazilian botanicals — including ginseng and stem extracts — also smells amazing. Plus, it has SPF 30, which prevents future damage from occuring.

The Product: Juara Invigorating Coffee Scrub ($37)

How It Works: Like a cup of joe for the skin, this energizing scrub features ground Sumatra coffee beans for exfoliating and toning skin, along with rice bran oil for hydrating and boosting elasticity. After regular use, it made our skin feel rejuvenated and appear more firm.

The Product: Dr. Brandt Skincare Cellusculpt Body Shaper & Cellulite Smoothing Cream ($59)

How It Works: This highly regarded smoothing cream from Dr. Brandt was inspired by smoothing services he performed in his medical office and is enriched with caffeine, green coffee extract, and an enzymatic complex for making skin appear more toned. Like in the case of Bliss, we love that this tube is equipped with rollerballs (this time stainless steal!) for targeted stimulation.

The Product: Talika Zero Stretch Mark ($88)

How It Works: This corrective cream is armed with plankton extract for smoothing, along with peptides for promoting cellular repair and a more even skin tone. It's also extremely lightweight so it's easy to apply and really work into areas that need some TLC.

The Product: Environ Body Profile ($66)

How It Works: This toning gel contains the active ingredient Myriceline for reducing the appearance of cellulite. It also boasts hydrating capabilities. We applied it to our stomach, upper arms, legs, and butt as directed and, while not immediate, did notice skin becoming smoother as time went on.