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What You Should Know About Cellulite Laser Treatment

“I hate cellulite! It’s everywhere. How do I get rid of it?”

Do you feel the same way about cellulite? According to Dr. Howard Murad, the author of “The Cellulite Solution”, 90% of women have cellulite. So just because you’re thin, doesn’t mean you can’t get cellulite. Even fabulous looking Hollywood starlets such as Jennifer Love Hewitt, Nicole Kidman, Jennifer Lopez and Pamela Anderson can’t run away from cellulite.

Cellulite is commonly found on the thighs, hips and buttocks. It has often been described as ugly lumps and dimples, cottage cheese and even orange peel.

One type of cellulite treatment that has recently caught many people’s attention is that of cellulite laser treatment. There are a few different laser treatments to choose from:

  1. Velashape (newer version of Velasmooth or Amerismooth)
  2. Accent Laser Surgery
  3. TriActive Laser

Although each laser treatment offers different features, the basic idea is the same. A low energy laser is used to either shrink or break down fat deposits. The treatment also involves massage to encourage circulation and lymphatic drainage that will reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Even though people are excited about this new breakthrough technology, still the question of “will it work for me?” remains.

On one hand you have success stories such as reality TV star Kim Kardashian. She has recently widely publicized her success story of getting rid of cellulite through laser treatment.

Then on the other hand, searching online you will find a disturbing number of negative reviews for laser cellulite. Some say they didn’t see a change. Some say there was a little change but not enough to justify their cost. These disappointed women are all screaming that it’s just a waste of money.

ABC news 20/20 decided to test out for themselves if certain anti-cellulite treatments really work. They chose a photo editor at Star magazine, Jessica, to try out the TriActive laser. After one month of treatment, she was evaluated by Dr. David Bank, director of the Center for Dermatology, Cosmetic and Laser Surgery in Mount Kisco, New York. The result? There was no change in Jessica except for her pocket which was $1400 poorer.

So, should you or should you not opt for laser cellulite surgery? Let’s take a quick look at the pros and cons so you can make a more informed decision.

The Upside

  1. It’s not really a surgery. It’s a non-invasive treatment. Therefore, you don’t face any risks associated with surgery.
  2. Short recovery time. You can resume your activities the next day with little or no complication.
  3. So far, there are no known side effects. Patients may experience some skin redness but that goes away pretty quickly.
  4. Europe reports great success with this procedure and they have been utilizing it for some time now.

The Downside

  1. You won’t see results overnight. You will have to undergo a series of treatments. Each session cost between $100-$150. Usually there is an offer package of a fixed number of sessions. The cost of these fall between $1500-$1800. As you can see, this is not a cheap treatment.
  2. It’s not a guaranteed solution. It may or may not work for you. Since it’s not cheap, are you willing to gamble with so much money?
  3. This treatment does not come with a money back guarantee. Don’t expect a refund.
  4. Your insurance does not cover this type of treatment. They consider it cosmetic surgery.
  5. It doesn’t get rid of cellulite forever. Cellulite can come back. That’s why they will recommend you to go back for maintenance sessions like once a month. That just means a never ending bill.
  6. Cellulite laser treatment is still in the infancy development stage. It doesn’t seem to have short term side effects but what about long term? This has yet to be thoroughly assessed.
  7. It’s not suppose to hurt but some say it was painful. Bruising is also not uncommon. Your laser experience depends on the efficiency and knowledge of the person administering it.

Now that we’ve reviewed the good and the bad, let’s once again ask the important questions:

  1. Does it work? It might. There’s no guarantee that your body will respond positively to the treatment. However, you can increase your chances of success by leading a more healthy lifestyle which includes a good diet and exercise.
  2. Should you try it? It depends if you have money to burn and if you are willing to burn it. Also, if you’ve already tried all else and didn’t find a solution, then why not?

Cellulite laser treatment may sound like a great way to get rid of your unsightly cellulite, but don’t rush into it. Cellulite is not a life threatening disease. So think carefully first if it’s going to be worth your money.


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