Non-invasive Treatments
Radiofrequency treatment
Essentially a radiofrequency (RF) technology helps to deliver bulk heat to the skin tissues. That activates heat shock proteins which in turn stimulates collagen formation, resulting in skin tightening and contraction. This treatment option is excellent in tightening the skin around cellulite, which will most certainly lead to an improvement in the appearance of cellulite.
The type of RF technology is important. Medically graded RF, compared to salon graded RF, tend to be more efficient in delivering sufficient heat to deliver better results for cellulite. Monopolar RF, or multi-polar RF, compared to bipolar RF, will penetrate deeper into the skin and result in more bulk heating of the skin layers. It is important to note that some RF energy waves do not penetrate the fat surface layer and has minimal impact on the fat (unless in a needle RF therapy or more invasive RF treatments). The effect of RF is mainly on the skin surface.
Vacuum Suction Treatment
Vacuum suction treatments, such as endermologie or other devices, are typically a manual treatment that is very dependent on the skills of the doctor. It works by physically and mechanically stretching the fibrous bands around the fat compartments (that caused the appearance of cellulite), and as a result, the treated part appears smoother. This cellulite removal treatment also improves the lymphatic drainage and venous circulation (blood flow), thereby decreasing the water content of the fat compartment resulting in an immediate improvement of cellulite.
At Ozhean Zoey, we combine both RF and vacuum suction to produce the best treatment outcome for cellulite. Most of our customers are happy with this non-surgical soothing therapy. Several sessions are usually needed for long term results. Nevertheless, for grade 3 cellulite, non-surgical treatments alone may not yield long term satisfying results. That is why more invasive treatment options may need to be considered, as they typically lead to more significant improvement in cellulite as compared to a treatment that doesn’t require surgery.