What is VellaShape III?
VelaShape III™ Cellulite Reduction Treatments reduces dimpling caused by cellulite, shrinks fat cells and improve skin texture on the thighs, abdomen, and flanks. It is the first Health Canada and FDA cleared non-invasive medical solution for circumferential reduction, cellulite reduction and body contouring. VelaShape III™ technology combines infrared light, bi-polar radio frequency energy and vacuum, which cause deep heating of the fat cells, their surrounding connective tissue and the underlying dermal collagen fibers. This type of efficient heating and vacuum stimulates the growth of new and better collagen and elastin which results in localized reduction in skin laxity, body volume, and an overall improvement in skin structure and texture.
What does it do?
Targets connective tissue and renews collagen
Very effective for cellulite treatment
Very effective for treatment of skin laxity and improvement of skin tone on the body
Also induces circumferential reduction due to significant improvement in the connective tissue
Improves circulation
Improves drainage
Improves adipocyte metabolism via improved circulation and oxygenation
Improves dermal structure
Enables mothers to get their pre-pregnancy body back
What is cellulite?
Cellulite occurs primarily in women but sometimes in men as well. Cellulite is used to describe superficial areas of trapped fat, which cause uneven dimpling or “orange peel” skin. It appears in 80% of post-adolescent women. Common areas where cellulite is found are the thighs, buttocks, and the abdomen. Cellulite is not related to obesity as it occurs in overweight, normal, and thin women. Hypertrophied adipocytes, trapped lymph and poor circulation all contribute to the cellulite phenomenon. This treatment reduces the appearance of cellulite, tightens skin & stimulates the formation of new collagen without surgery or downtime.
What causes cellulite?
- Diet
- Smoking
- Heredity
- Poor circulation
- Lack of exercise
- Hormonal influences
Which areas can be treated with VelaShape III ™?
Cellulite treatment areas could be on the neck (under chin), arms, thighs, buttocks, flank and abdomen.
What can I expect with VelaShape III™ Treatments?
The treatments are non-invasive, no downtime and comfortable treatment for circumferential and cellulite reduction with many patients saying it feels like a warm deep tissue massage. It is normal to experience a warm sensation for a few hours after your treatment. Some patients report a pinkish appearance at the treatment area that may last a few hours post treatment, and skin may appear pink for several hours.
Results include a gradual improvement of cellulite in treated areas as well as firmer and tighter skin. Added benefits of treatment include improved circulation and relief from muscle aches and pains in the treatment areas.
How long are the treatments and how many will I need?
The treatments are 40 to 90 minutes long. In the initial phase2 treatments for 5 weeks is mandatory to optimize results. Thereafter maintenance treatments are recommended as necessary, usually every 2-3 months but may be longer depending on individuals.