Body mesotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment used to address aesthetic issues such as localized fat, cellulite, and skin laxity. This technique involves injecting special substances (vitamins, amino acids, anti-edema, and antioxidant ingredients) directly into the subcutaneous layer in areas of accumulated fat and cellulite.
What is Body Mesotherapy?
This treatment targets specific body areas, such as the:
- Abdomen
- Buttocks and thighs
- “saddlebags”
- Arms
- Knees
The substances injected are designed to boost the metabolism of fat cells, improve blood microcirculation, and stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. The “cocktail” of substances is customized based on the treatment’s goal.
- For Cellulite: The cocktail contains substances that improve microcirculation, restore the elasticity of connective tissue, and help remove toxins.
- For Localized Fat: Substances with a lipolytic (fat-dissolving) effect are used to break down fat cells and facilitate their removal from the body.
- For Skin Laxity: Substances that stimulate collagen and elastin production are injected, providing firmness and improving skin texture
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How is the procedure done?
Body mesotherapy is a quick and relatively painless procedure performed in a clinic by a specialized dermatologist.
- Preparation: The area is cleansed. An anesthetic cream may be applied for greater comfort, although the discomfort is minimal and a cream is rarely needed.
- Injection: The doctor uses a very thin needle or a special mesotherapy gun to make multiple, small injections into the skin.
- Duration: A session lasts approximately 20-30 minutes. After the treatment, mild irritation, redness, or small bruises may appear at the injection sites, which subside in a few days.
Results and Session Frequency
The results of body mesotherapy are gradual and require patience.
- Number of Sessions: Typically, 6 to 12 sessions are needed, depending on the issue and the size of the area. Sessions are performed every 1-2 weeks.
- Duration of Results: The results are long-lasting, but maintaining them requires a healthy lifestyle and, in some cases, repeat maintenance sessions.
When is the right time?
This treatment can be done year-round, but because several sessions are required, it’s advisable to start well in advance of the time you want to see results. For example, if you want to enjoy a body without imperfections in the summer, you should start mesotherapy during the winter.
Combining Mesotherapy with Other Methods
Mesotherapy can be, and is often recommended to be, combined with other methods for fat reduction and skin tightening, such as radiofrequency, LPG, cavitation, etc., for optimal and faster results.
Body mesotherapy does not replace exercise and a balanced diet. On the contrary, it acts as a complementary treatment, enhancing the results of your efforts for a firmer and smoother body.