Trying out Velashape

I had the opportunity to try out Velashape this morning. It's the first FDA-approved device for cellulite and circumferential reduction.

It combines four different modalities:

1. Infra-red
2. Radiofrequency
3. Mechanised massage
4. Vaccuum suction

Being a chicken about any kind of pain, I was a little apprehensive initially. Fortunately, the treatment was pretty comfortable. Some areas felt a little too hot, some areas were a little sore. I treated my arms, calves, thighs & buttocks. I wasn't looking at the clock, but it didn't seem to take too long... about an hour I think to do all those areas. My arms certainly feel more toned immediately after. The full results from this one session will not be seen for a few more weeks.

The trainer came from Lebanon, where she says the procedure is massively popular. They have been selling the machine for over a year, and there have been no complaints, and most importantly, no problems. The satisfaction rate is extremely high. All good news.

We will be looking into adding this to our repertoire. It certainly does help to fill the small gaps in our services, particularly fat reduction in smaller areas that are not great candidates for liposuction, such as chin and calves. It also has the added benefits of targeted fat reduction, skin firming and stretch mark reduction. Most importantly, it is pretty comfortable!