Cellulite Reduction Treatments Q&A

The bumpier, uneven appearance that develops in the skin as cellulite is caused by a build-up of fat just under the surface of the skin. The visibility of cellulite can be influenced by your body type and the thickness of your skin, but people with different types of bodies and weights can develop cellulite. Some factors that could lead to the development of more visible cellulite include hormones, an unhealthy lifestyle that lacks proper diet or exercise, genetics, significant weight gain, and pregnancy. Cellulite can also become more visible with age, as the skin thins out and starts to lose elasticity. Women are more likely to develop visible cellulite than men, and it is often the most visible in areas like the hips, thighs, abdomen, breasts, and buttocks.

Cellulite can be tricky to get rid of because it is stuck in the dermal layer of the skin, rather than deeper with the rest of the fat that the body can use as an energy reserve that results in weight loss. Normal weight-loss treatments will not do much to eliminate cellulite. There are quite a few procedures that can help to reduce the appearance of cellulite, such as topical creams, rollers, and radiofrequency devices, all of which can offer beautiful results that will last for weeks at a time and are minimally-invasive, but these options are only able to offer temporary results. These procedures also work best on those with milder cases of cellulite. For the more severe cases, procedures such as liposuction or fat grafting can offer more permanent results for the select patients who are fit for these surgical procedures. Lastly, for those who require a more targeted procedure to reduce their cellulite but do not wish to go under the knife, laser therapy or procedures like it can offer results after one session that will most likely only require annual maintenance treatments, making them one of the most effective and preferred options for cellulite reduction procedures.

One of the most effective treatments for cellulite on the market today is subcision, specifically a brand called Cellfina, which involves the insertion of a needle into the dermal layer to break up the banding under the skin that has caused the visible cellulite. This procedure is growing in popularity due to its ability to provide a significant reduction in cellulite, with results lasting for two years or longer. Another treatment that has proven to be very effective with long-lasting results in cellulite reduction is vacuum-assisted precise tissue release, working similarly to Cellfina and offering results that could last up to 3 years or longer. Many different types of treatments are available varying in invasiveness and effectivity, so you must consult with a specialist to see which treatment would be best suited for helping you to reduce your cellulite.

The qualifications for being considered a good candidate for cellulite reduction depend on which course of treatment you are choosing to pursue. Generally speaking, a good candidate will be someone who is unhappy with the appearance of their skin due to cellulite, and who is not likely to gain or lose significant weight within the first couple of years following any longer-term treatments. It is recommended that patients pursuing cosmetic treatments like this are in generally good health with a stable body weight and realistic expectations for the possible results of the procedure.

If you have cellulite issues, trust the qualified and experienced skincare specialists at Cara Mia MEDSPA to provide you with the results you desire. Contact us today to book an appointment. We are conveniently located at 303 North Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047.  We serve clients from Lake Zurich IL, Barrington IL, Kildeer IL, Hawthorn Woods IL, Deer Park IL, Tower Lakes IL, and surrounding areas.