Cellulite results from two main factors i) the build up of fat in the sub-cutaneous fat cells and ii) the retention of water in the surrounding areas (dermis and hypodermis). As these fat cells continue to grow, the envelopes containing them lose their shape and pull on their cutaneous anchoring points. It is this that gives the skin the 'Orange Peel' appearance. At this stage, the process is self sustaining. This is because there is the reduction in blood circulation, causing in turn stagnation of the metabolic waste, nutritional impoverishment and congestion of the connective tissue, which loses its elasticity and becomes fibrous. These areas are unresponsive to physical exercise and even the strictest slimming diets.
Does cellulite worsen over time?
Yes,without adequate treatment the orange peel effect settles in and tends to worsen over time. On the buttocks and thighs, there are four main stages:
1) The skin has a smooth aspect without any irregularities on the surface, whatever positioning or pinching is applied.
2) the skin has an Orange Peel aspect only when pinched or in a seated position on a hard surface.
3) the orange peel aspect is visible in a standing position, the smooth aspect is no longer visible in a lying down position.
4) the orange peel aspet is permanent and appears naturally whether in a stnding or lying down position.
Can Endermologie help cellulite treatment?
Endermologie is a treatment that has been use for 15 years and its effectiveness has actually been proved scientifically. Leading American and European universties have confirmed this.
Is Endermologie painless?
Yes, there is no pain and the trained technician will adjust the treatment for skin sensitivity. It has been described as giving a feeling of well being and through its relaxing and soothing action, it has an indisputable stress lowering effect.
Is Endermologie a medical treatment?
No, it involves no medical treatment nor the administration of chemical substances. It simply consists of restoring and activiating a number of your and the skin's natural defences.
Does Endermologie help you to lose weight?
Endermologie acts on the cellulite as well as on the quality and appearance of the skin; this may be accompanied by some weight loss.
Can Endermologie replace a diet?
Endermologie acts effectively on cellulite and the body shape and volume.
What is the Endermologie process?
The trained technicial will assess you first. You will be asked to wear a body suit whilst treatment is being given. The Endermologie is a non invasive painless treatment. The method involves achieveing optimum tissue mechanisation. These cutaneous gymnastics help to reharmonise the connective tissue and increase both blood and lymph circulation, thus promoting the elimination of body waste.
How many sessions would I need?
Each session lasts about 35 minutes and are scheduled at a rate of two a week. Advanced Laser Clinic's trained technician will assess the total number of treatments you will need based on your initial assessment of cellulite.
