VelaShape IIICellulite and body contour
A non-invasive treatment to smooth cellulite and refine the body’s contour.
Cellulite is not always linked to weight. It is shaped by genetics, hormones, skin quality, circulation and the natural structure of the tissue. That is why it can stay visible despite exercise and a healthy diet.
Candela’s VelaShape III is a non-invasive treatment that helps improve the appearance of cellulite, smooth the texture of the skin and gently refine the contour of certain areas of the body. It is not a weight-loss treatment, but a targeted approach for visibly smoother, firmer skin.
VelaShape III combines infrared light, bipolar radiofrequency, vacuum and mechanical rollers. Together, these technologies warm the tissue, stimulate local circulation, support drainage and work on the dimpled look of cellulite.
Understanding your cellulite
Cellulite does not look the same on everyone. During the consultation, we assess its degree, where it is, the quality of your skin and your goals.
| Type of cellulite | Common appearance | Treatment goal |
|---|---|---|
| Type 1 | Light, sometimes visible only when the skin is pinched or when sitting | Smooth the skin and prevent a more visible progression |
| Type 2 | Dimpling visible when standing, less even texture | Soften the dimpled look and improve skin quality |
| Type 3 | Hollows and irregularities more visible, even at rest | Reduce how visible it is and improve the skin’s surface |
The goal is a gradual, realistic improvement. Type 3 cellulite can be improved toward a type 2 appearance, while type 2 cellulite can come closer to type 1. Results depend in particular on the initial degree of cellulite, skin quality, genetics and how regular the treatments are.
The protocol
A course of about 8 sessions is generally recommended to see a visible difference. Results are gradual: some people notice smoother skin after a few visits, but the improvement builds over the whole course.
After the eighth session, results can keep developing for about two months, as the tissue responds to the treatment and the skin gradually remodels.
A session lasts about 60 minutes. The treatment needs no anesthesia and no downtime; you can go back to your normal activities right away.
Maintenance and lifestyle
Cellulite is a condition that evolves. After the initial course, a maintenance session from about three months on is recommended to keep the results. The frequency is then tailored to your type of cellulite and how you respond to the treatment.
Treatments work best as part of good everyday habits. Drinking enough water, eating a balanced diet, moving regularly and keeping a fairly stable weight all help support skin quality and make the results last.
The goal is not to remove cellulite completely, but to visibly improve the texture of the skin, reduce the look of dimpling and help you feel better in your body.
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