Cellulite treatment at Harpenden Skin Clinic in Hertfordshire is a simple procedure that requires no anaesthesia, no downtime, and has immediate results.
Cellulite is an extremely common condition in women – between 80 – 90% will experience it in their lifetime.
Men are less likely to develop cellulite because they cannot produce certain hormones, such as oestrogen. Women’s bodies also distribute fat differently to men’s, which encourages the development of cellulite.
If you have stubborn patches of cellulite that have not diminished through diet and exercise, or you are looking for a tried and tested treatment, book a consultation with Harpenden’s qualified clinicians to find the perfect solution for you.
Please phone us on 01582 822000, or contact us online to start down the path to being cellulite-free.
Cellulite appears as patches of uneven, lumpy or dimpled skin. It most commonly occurs on the:
Cellulite is not a health concern but can lead to a loss of self-esteem in appearance, causing people to seek aesthetic treatment.
Fat deposits are divided into pockets by collagen fibres connecting the skin and underlying muscle tissue. Sometimes the bands of connective tissue can pull the surface layers of skin downwards into deeper tissues. The skin surface is pulled taut over the fatty layer of tissue beneath, causing a lumpy appearance, known as cellulite.
You are more likely to experience cellulite if your body is prone to storing fat, but anyone of any body type and weight can get it. Age, genetics, hormones, diet and lifestyle all play a role in the development of cellulite.
As we grow older and collagen production in the body diminishes, our skin becomes thinner and loses its elasticity, making cellulite more visible. Similarly, a diet that is rich in carbohydrates and poor in fibre will lead to the formation of cellulite.
Cellulite treatments may focus on breaking up the bands of connective tissue responsible for causing that dimpled effect on the skin surface. Alternatively, they may try to eliminate fat, or increase blood flow and stimulate collagen production, improving the integrity of the skin.
Some examples of treatment options are:
These treatments will have varying success for different people. At our Hertfordshire clinic we can advise on the best course of treatment for your skin condition.
At Harpenden Skin Clinic in Hertfordshire, we use radiofrequency technology, known as Dual-Layer Thermotherapy, to treat cases of cellulite.
This is a non-invasive technique that tightens loose skin, improves body contours and reduces the appearance of cellulite.
Dual-Layer Thermotherapy works through the use of alternating electromagnetic fields, which generate friction and heat deep in the skin tissue. This promotes the production of collagen – the protein that helps restore skin integrity, health and elasticity.
Cellulite is evened out and skin texture is improved during this pain-free experience, which feels similar to receiving a hot-stone massage.
The procedure takes between 30 minutes to one hour to perform. Results will be immediate but can take up to three weeks to fully develop. Follow-up treatments may be required at a later date to maintain results, but this timeframe can be extended by sustaining a healthy, low-carb lifestyle.
Book a consultation to discuss your individual needs concerning this treatment. Depending on the severity of your cellulite, you may require more than one treatment session.
Harpenden Skin Clinic is a well-established beauty and aesthetics clinic in Hertfordshire. We specialise in non-invasive aesthetic techniques and have decades of collective experience in the industry.
Established in 2011, Harpenden clinic is approved by the Care Quality Commission and is built on an ethos of ‘less is more’. We want to highlight the best in you and help you to feel like the most confident version of yourself.
We have developed a brilliant reputation and a loyal client base due to our friendly, discrete and ethical approach.
Meet members of our qualified team here.
Give us a ring on 01582 822000 or contact us online to book a free, no-obligation consultation today.
Find us at: The Coach House, Pipers Ln, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1AJ.
Hertfordshire is one of the home counties of South-East England, bordering London. Its name is thought to originate from ‘hart’ (stag) and ‘ford’ (crossing of a watercourse), and both of these images can be found on Hertfordshire’s coat of arms.
As a county, Hertfordshire consists of 634.366 square miles of countryside, culture and heritage. It has many quintessential English communities, such as Hitchin, Hatfield and St Albans; the latter of which is home to the magnificent St Albans Cathedral – worth a visit if passing through.
