Cellulite Reduction Overview

How does Avéli™ work?

While many treatments approach cellulite blindly from the outside in, Avéli™ is the only minimally invasive procedure that uses a hand-held device guided by an expertly trained provider—to manually target and release the septa bands causing cellulite from the inside-out.

  • The Avéli™ device is guided under the skin directly to the targeted dimples.
  • After your provider identifies the culprit septa bands causing a dimple, those septa are precisely released.
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What is Cellulite?

Cellulite is a depression of any shape or size seen on the surface of the skin, typically on the buttocks or thighs. A major underlying cause of cellulite is the fibrous bands that tether your skin to the structures below; these bands are called septa.

What Cellulite Is Not

First and foremost, cellulite is not your fault. It’s also not the same as skin laxity (a loss of elasticity), and it’s not a reflection of poor skin quality. And to be completely clear, cellulite is not fat.

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Are You a Good Candidate for Cellulite Reduction?

Cellulite reduction in St. Louis with Avéli™ is ideal for people looking to diminish dimples and smooth the appearance of the skin on their thighs, buttocks, or other affected areas. You may be a good candidate if you:

  • Notice visible cellulite dimples that haven’t responded to creams, massage, or diet
  • Have relatively good skin elasticity and minimal loose skin in the treatment area
  • Are generally in good health and don’t have conditions that impair healing
  • Are not pregnant and have no active infection or open wound in the target area
  • Are committed to a stable weight, significant fluctuations can interfere with results
  • Accept that while improvements are long-term, multiple treatments might be needed

During your consultation, the team at St. Louis Skin Solutions will assess your skin condition, cellulite severity, and overall health to confirm whether Avéli™ is right for you and create a personalized treatment plan.

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Cellulite Reduction FAQs

What makes Avéli™ different from other treatments for cellulite reduction in St. Louis?

Avéli™ targets the structural causes of cellulite, using a unique method to release the fibrous bands responsible for creating the dimpled appearance.

Is there any downtime or recovery after the Avéli™ procedure?

The procedure involves minimal downtime, with some mild bruising or swelling that typically resolves within a few days.

Will the cellulite come back after Avéli™?

Once the septa bands are released, they typically do not reform in the same way. However, new bands can develop over time, so maintaining a stable weight and overall tissue health helps preserve results long term.

Are there any skin types or medical conditions that may affect my ability to get cellulite reduction treatment?

Avéli™ is generally safe for many skin tones and types, but medical history matters. Active infections, blood clotting disorders, or certain skin conditions may require special evaluation. Your consultation will assess whether Avéli™ cellulite reduction is the right option for you.

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My experience with the staff at St. Louis Skin Solutions is always enlightening and amazing. They listen to what I need and achieve my goals every time!

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ESR session went well. Lora is so patient with me; can’t believe the difference the treatments are making.

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I've visited St Louis Skin Solutions a number of times for various services including laser for scars, visible facial capillaries, botox and fillers. Most of these were my first time receiving the treatment so needless to say, I was nervous. They always do an excellent job and the injections have...

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Dr. Miller and her entire team are wonderful. I’ve been thrilled with every treatment I’ve had, as well as the skincare products I now use at home. Because I’ve lost a lot of weight, I’ve been especially concerned about loose skin, and they’ve been able to help addre...

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Corey L.

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Lora is so sweet and always a joy to have as a person providing me a service at STL Skin Solutions. She always answers my questions and seems to care that I thoroughly understand the answers. I feel like I can trust her opinions!

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