Best Cellulite Treatments for the Perfect Bum!
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Cellulite affects 90% of women and appears as “dimpling” or bumping of the skin. It is most commonly seen in the buttocks and thighs but can also affect the breast, abdomen, and upper arms. As summer and swimsuit season is approaching you may be wanting to perfect your bum. If you 'are looking for ways to reduce your cellulite fast- read along to learn about the best treatments we have seen on the market.
What Causes Cellulite Dimpling?
As you age, your skin gradually decreases its production of elastin and collagen. Collagen and elastin are proteins that make up the connective tissue in your body. Elastin also functions to help your skin return to its normal shape after being stretched or pulled. As the abundance of elastin and collagen in your skin decreases with age, your skin loses its firmness and elasticity. When the skin around your cheeks and jawline loses its elasticity, it begins to sag and form jowls. Cellulite often occurs after and is a common result of aging, weight gain, and genetics. Fat cells, or adipocytes, grow in size and form fat deposits that push against the surface of the skin. With age, the skin also becomes less elastic. In response, the connective tissue cords pull down on the skin and cause “dimpling” or cellulite. Cellulite is only seen in women since women’s skin has a weaker collagen structure and a parallel arrangement of fat cells.
Treating Cellulite at Home
Medical creams such as caffeine and retinol have also been shown to make cellulite less apparent. Caffeine creams dehydrate the cells, making them smaller while retinol thickens the skin. These treatments may not work for everyone but it is worth a try if you struggle with cellulite and do not have time to come into the office! KD Supermodel Sculpting Cream is all-trans-retinol with maximal penetration that works to tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of cellulite - try it out here! If you want faster, greater results read on as we distinguish between many popular in-office treatments for cellulite.
QWO: The First FDA Approved Injectable for Cellulite
QWO is a revolutionary treatment that is performed in-office and permanently gets rid of cellulite dimpling. It is injected into the dimpling area of the buttocks and is a relatively painless procedure. It is recommended to get 3 treatments spaced 21 days apart for optimal effectiveness. We recently adopted this procedure in our office and have seen amazing results on our patients.
ThermiSmooth for the Butt and Thighs
ThermiSmooth is a heat treatment that improves cellulite and tightens your skin. It can be used on many areas of the body such as the buttocks, thighs, stomach, arms, and more. Typically, treatments for the face require 4 treatments while the body typically requires 8 treatments, due to the larger surface area. There is virtually no downtime and results can be seen after 3 to 4 months.
Red Light Therapy for Cellulite
High-quality red lights are shown to minimize the appearance of cellulite over time. This is a non-invasive procedure and requires no downtime. Red light promotes collagen and elastin production and can target fat cells to shrink their appearance. While significant results can be seen, typically 24 15-minute sessions are needed to see a large difference. Additionally, this treatment should be continued over time or cellulite may begin to reemerge.
Laser Cellulite Reduction
Cellulaze is a laser treatment using thermal energy to break the connective tissue collagen cords that are attributed to cellulite. The treatment also thickens the skin, which reduces the appearance of dimples. While it is a minimally invasive surgical procedure, it requires general anesthesia. Results are seen after one treatment but may not be permanent.
Cellfina to Remove Cellulite
This “knife laser” is an in-office procedure that targets the connective tissue collagen cords. The procedure is very effective and has minimal downtime. Side effects such as severe bruising and scars are often reported. Results are not permanent but have been shown to last up to 3 years. Patients report a high satisfaction rate and the company offers re-treatment free of charge if you are not satisfied.
Now that you have heard about the most popular, effective treatments for cellulite, what is stopping you from attaining a dimple-free summer butt? Eliminate cellulite for good with QWO and smooth out your skin with ThermiSmooth. Click here for our QWO April special and call our office today to book a consultation!
