Cellulite affects over 90% of women at some point during their lives. Cellulite’s prevalence may stem from hormonal shifts, diet, or genetics and can be an ongoing source of irritation for many. Women looking for ways to remove unsightly dimples without surgery or drastic lifestyle changes will find hope in noninvasive yet clinically proven cellulite treatments available on the market.
Recent advances in the fight against dimpling include several devices that use radiofrequency (RF) energy to target and destroy fat septae that cause dimple formation. These new RF devices combine high peak pressure, short rise time, and rapid repetition rate with their unique reflector shape to deliver precise mechanical disruption of septa cells, rendering the treatment virtually pain-free.
These RF devices use thermal energy to stimulate collagen remodeling and microcirculation, further helping improve skin tone and texture. Numerous studies have validated the efficacy of these technologies; increasingly, dermatology centers and laser therapy clinics now offer them.
Other noninvasive technologies are also being utilized to reduce the appearance of cellulite, including an FDA-cleared ultrasound-based device called Aveli that uses proprietary technology to reach and sever septa bands causing dimples. Prior to treatment, patients receive a small amount of tumescent fluid to elevate subcutaneous tissue and anesthetize the area — this typically lasts less than an hour, without any associated downtime.
Cellfina, a clinically tested minimally invasive procedure developed to address stubborn dimples on thighs and buttocks, has recently made headlines in the fight against cellulite. As its name implies, Cellfina uses innovative parallel ultrasound beam technology, proving more successful than traditional massage techniques for reducing dimpled thighs.
Blake Lively, star of Gossip Girl and actress in It Ends With Us, donned one of Cellfina’s exclusive Cellfina gowns to promote the It Ends With Us film. For the event, she chose a Tamara Ralph Fall 2024 couture gown embellished with crystal orchids and cherry blossoms, matching the floral theme of the film’s promotion. This gown, while more conservative than previous looks from the tour, was elegant and on-brand. Blake completed her look with stiletto heels and wooden bracelets for a maximum impactful appearance.
