If you’ve been searching for a cellulite reduction treatment that doesn’t involve needles, there are now several nonsurgical options available. Innovative treatments that involve infrared energy, heated massage and even ultrasound energy can help break down congested fatty tissues that cause cellulite and even tighten and tone up the skin. 

Dermawave is one of the latest cellulite reduction treatments available, a ‘no-needle mesotherapy’ procedure that makes use of a powerful laser to break down fatty tissue. Is Dermawave an effective solution for treating cellulite? Here’s what you need to know about this innovative procedure:

Cellulite Basics

Cellulite is a result of trapped fat cells directly under the skin’s top layer, and affects over 80 percent of women today. It can occur in both overweight and average weight individuals, as these fat cells are literally locked away in another layer of skin tissues; this is why diet and exercise alone rarely get rid of cellulite, and most people will find that they lose weight around the patches of cellulite with even the most rigorous routine. While there are several anti-cellulite creams on the market, these topical ointments cannot penetrate deep enough into the skin to cause the actual breakdown of fatty tissue. This is where cellulite reduction treatments such as Dermawave may help.

How Dermawave Works

According to Nova Cosmetic Center, overseen by Jan Karlin, M.D. in Orlando, Florida, Dermawave is a ‘no-needle mesotherapy, the modern alternative to traditional injection mesotheapy.’

Instead of injecting compounds directly into the skin, Dermawave involves administering pulsed electrical waves deep into the skin tissues so that fat cells are broken apart.  The treatment involves administering a sequence of highly targeted electrical currents to the treatment area; smooth plastic discs are applied to the skin and passed over the fatty tissues in a circular motion. 

The electrical waves help push the medication deep into the skin’s layers while increasing blood flow near the skin’s surface. This boosts circulation  in the treatment area and helps the body absorb the medication more readily. Each treatment takes approximately 30 minutes, and most people require between 8 – 10 sessions to see results. The procedure can be administered to several areas of the body including the thighs, hips, buttocks, back, waistline and stomach. 

Dermawave does not involve any incisions or surgery, and patients are not required to wear any bandages or compression garments during or after the treatment.

Key Benefits of Dermawave No Needle Mesotherapy

Dermawave technology promises a ‘synergic’ effect for the body as it helps stimulate fat cells and improves muscle tone and the condition of the skin overall. The powerful laser reaches deep within the skin’s tissues to target stubborn fat cells and effectively reduces the size of the congested tissues. The effects can be felt immediately, and visible results can be expected within a few short weeks.

Dermawave can help to:

• Reduce or remove deeply embedded fatty tissues
• Improve muscle tone
• Stimulate the lymphatic system to shuttle away fat cells and toxins
• Improve the contours of the skin and tissues
• Treat both large and small areas of the body
• Be completed within an hour with little or no discomfort

Learn more about cellulite reduction treatments in our information guide, or meet with a cellulite specialist in your area for a consultation.