THE FEMALE ADIPOSE TISSUE
We all know them. The unsightly dimples that form on our thighs and buttocks over time without us having changed our lifestyle or exercise routine. Why is this so? And is there any way to counteract it?
In principle, a woman's fat cells under the uppermost layer of skin are not interwoven like a net as in men, but are arranged individually next to each other in chambers. So when we gain weight in the course of our adult life, the enlarged fat cells move upwards, deforming the cell walls and pressing against the epidermis.
Taking into account various individual factors such as predisposition, medication, exercise routine or eating habits, a dimpled image of the epidermis then forms, the so-called cellulite or orange peel skin.
We basically differentiate between 3 stages of cellulite. The first stage of cellulite is considered to be when the indentations are visible when the affected areas of skin are pushed together. The second stage is when this typical orange structure can also be seen when light falls on it from the side or when the muscles are tense. The third and final stage is reached when the cellulite can no longer be overlooked in any position.
THE TECHNOLOGY OF VELASHAPE
As skin cell activity tends to decrease with age, this results in an acceleration of fat storage and increased compression of blood and lymph vessels. With Velashape, we combine three different technologies to tighten the body and contour the areas that defy dieting and exercise. Regular treatment with Velashape increases fat metabolism, improves lymph flow and reduces fat pockets.
One of Velashape's three technologies uses the continuous action of the roller in combination with a vacuum to locally mobilize the deep layers of the skin and reduce the viscosity of the subcutaneous fatty tissue.
This increases blood circulation, activates the lymphatic system and, as a result, reduces excess fluid in the tissue, improving general cellular functions and removing toxins and excess water in the connective tissue.
Earlier technologies such as Maderot therapy, LPG or endermologie worked exclusively with the above-mentioned mechanics to treat the affected areas of skin. The technological advancement of Velashape integrates two additional technologies, radiofrequency energy and 940 nm laser technology, and thus achieves an extended effect on the affected areas.
Thanks to the integrated RF and laser, the thermal energy is transported to the target area and leads to deep heating of the fat cells, the surrounding connective tissue and the collagen fibers in the subcutaneous tissue. In combination with vacuum therapy, this heating stimulates the growth of new collagen and elastin, resulting in localized tightening of the skin. The body circumference is reduced at this point and the skin structure and texture are noticeably improved.