Multipolar radiofrequency goes deeper than bipolar, so it must be good for cellulite, right? No and no. It doesn’t go deeper than anything and it is not an effective cellulite treatment. Multipolar RF, i.e. tripolar, tetrapolar, hexapolar or octipolar RF, is a type of bipolar radiofrequency and, contrary to marketing nonsense, it does not reach deeper than bipolar RF. Yes, multipolar RF is still a bipolar type of radiofrequency. In nature there are only two types or electricity: plus and minus. With so called multipolar RF, the (+) and (-) poles alternate between 3 or more electrodes. So multipolar RF is still bipolar RF, just with the poles alternating, with no extra benefits incurred for cellulite reduction…
What is cellulite and how to reduce it
There is ridiculous misinformation on cellulite in the media. Instagram, blogs, newspapers, glossy magazines, clinic/beauty salon websites and even cellulite equipment and cellulite cream manufacturer websites offer such gems as “cellulite is toxins”, “cellulite is just fat”, “cellulite does not exist”, “cellulite is natural”, “cellulite is normal”, “cellulite is just fascia”, “cellulite is just water retention”, “90% of women in the world have cellulite” etc etc…
Your cellulite treatments are so long, why is that?
Your cellulite treatments are so long, e.g. your full thigh and buttock treatment is 100 minutes. Why is that? Because we don’t cut corners. We are aware that some clinics, with much inferior equipment, treat the back of thighs in 20 minutes and in a similar amount of time the front of thighs, for a total of 40 minutes for the entire thighs and buttocks. That’s good for those clinic, as they make the maximum amount of money per minute but not very good for their clients, who obviously don’t get any results. At LipoTherapeia, despite using the strongest equipment and treatment protocols in the world, we spend 2.5x more time, i.e. 100 minutes for the entire thighs and buttocks or 50 minutes for each side…
Radio frequency facial vs classic facial: what is best?
It all depends on what you are trying to achieve with a facial. If you wish to have some exfoliation, pimple extraction, some superficial (epidermal) skincare application of a couple of products and a nice massage, a classic facial is a great idea. On the other hand, if you are looking for deeper treatment that affects the dermis, hypodermis and the lower face connective tissue known as the SMAS, in order to effect skin tightening and deep anti-ageing, then a radiofrequency facial is the only way to go…
An LED mask is typically 6 to 20 times weaker than the best professional LED device
LED light therapy (phototherapy / photobiomodulation) is used to treat a variety of aesthetic and health concerns, most commonly skin ageing, skin wounds/burning, diabetic wounds, psoriasis, hyperpigmentation, acne, seasonal affective disorder, sports injuries and back pain, among others - and to enhance the effectiveness of other treatments, such as radiofrequency or ultrasound. Red and infrared light wavelengths are used for all the above concerns, except from blue wavelength, which is used for acne and psoriasis. LED devices come in the shape of masks, panels and dome/canopy style...
Cellulite is an inflammatory fat tissue, similar to visceral fat
The ultimate anti-cellulite drinks (II): vegetable juices and berry smoothies
Vegetable juices/smoothies and berry smoothies contain highly concentrated collagen-protecting, blood vessel-supporting, fat-fighting polyphenols and carotenoids (plus vitamins, of course) and negligible calories. Concentrated polyphenols and carotenoids, both found in vegetable juices and smoothies, are known for their anti-inflammatory, anti-glycation…
BPA, microplastics, nanoplastics, forever chemicals, endocrine disruption and cellulite
Hidden plastics in chewing gums: a microplastics and endocrine disruptor nightmare for cellulite
Surprisingly, the types of plastics found - such as polyolefins, polyethylene terephthalates, polyacrylamides, and polystyrenes - were the same in both natural and synthetic gums, with polyolefins being the most common. Most microplastics were released within the first two minutes of chewing, not due to saliva enzymes but from the abrasive action of chewing itself. After eight minutes, 94% of the detectable microplastics had detached. The study suggests chewing a single piece for longer rather than switching to a new one could reduce exposure. Cellulite, influenced by estrogenic endocrine disruptors, may worsen with microplastics from chewing gum, as these particles can mimic hormones like oestrogen…
“Melt the (body) fat”: does that phrase mean anything?
Can a treatment/special garment melt the fat which can then naturally removed through the kidneys into the urine. Absolutely not. Phrases like those are total garbage and would make any biologist laugh out loud. Yet they are churned out en masse on the internet by ignorant bloggers, influencers, “journalists”, beauty therapists and even medical aesthetic specialists, who do not even know the most basic biology…
Compression stockings versus polyphenols from gotu kola, horse chestnut, pine bark and citrus fruits for cellulite and water retention
Graduated compression stockings can offer some relief from water retention, however there are quite uncomfortable, especially in the summer, when they are most needed. For cellulite, things are even more complicated, as compression leggings helps in some ways and are detrimental in some others. Clearly there must be a better way…
HIIT, interval training and uphill interval running: the best types of cellulite exercise
Interval training is by far the best form of exercise for cellulite reduction and prevention. This is because during the bursts of high intensity activity you burn calories very fast - much faster than you would with slow intensity work. In addition, those bursts act as a shock on the endocrine system and boost your metabolism much more effectively than slow intensity exercise, so you continue to burn calories after your training session…
What foods cause thigh fat and cellulite on legs?
Cost is not an issue, so can I get rid of my cellulite / tighten my skin in one session?
It may not be a common question but it is a common thought: “I can throw (tens of) thousands of pounds in an one-off (even very painful) cellulite / skin tightening treatment. Can I get results in one session and then get on with my billionaire / centi-millionaire / deca-millionaire life?” Well, the honest answer to this very question is: Nah, life doesn’t work like that. Your body needs regular and repeated stimulation (treatments) as well as time to change. Throwing tens of thousands at the problem cannot violate the laws of physics and biology to provide instant results…
Vibration plate benefits: lymphatic drainage, skin tightening, cellulite prevention and more
Cellulite is a combination of superficial fat accumulation, loose skin, water retention, inflammation and consequent scar tissue build up. Although vibration plate training does not really cure cellulite on it's own, it does indeed help improve some aspects of cellulite, it does boost skin tightening and its effect can be maximised if combined with healthy eating, cardiovascular exercise…
Is cellulite permanent? Is there any permanent treatment for cellulite?
Lactose intolerance and cellulite: the hidden connection
Cellulite is a common skin condition that affects the hypodermis, the deeper layer of skin where fat cells reside. It manifests as a dimpled, uneven texture, often likened to orange peel, and is influenced by a variety of interconnected factors. While genetics, hormones, diet, and lifestyle play significant roles in its development, other conditions, such as lactose intolerance, might also have a subtle impact. Lactose intolerance occurs when the body lacks sufficient lactase, an enzyme needed to digest lactose, the sugar in milk and dairy products. This leads to digestive symptoms like bloating, gas, and diarrhoea when dairy is consumed. Although lactose intolerance is not a primary driver of cellulite, it can…
Why gotu kola (centella asiatica) is the ultimate cellulite cream active
After 20 years in anti-cellulite cream formulating, if I had to choose one anti-cellulite active ingredient that would be high-purity centella asiatica extract, i.e. one that contains 95%+ Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside and, if possible, Madecassoside. These four triterpenes are the active molecules that give gotu kola / centella asiatica its anti-cellulite (and anti-ageing) properties and are extensively researched for multi-functional action against all seven aspects of cellulite: skin laxity, water retention, fat accumulation, glycation, oxidative damage, inflammation and fibrosis…
Lipolysis and cellulite
The most important aspect of cellulite is fat accumulation in the hypodermis (deepest skin layer). Everything else (water retention, skin laxity, fibrosis etc) is also important, but secondary. Consequently hypodermal fat reduction is the most important step in reducing cellulite. The process by which fat is broken down in fat cells for subsequent release into the bloodstream is called lipolysis…
The artificial sweetener sucralose could lead to weight gain and make cellulite worse
In recent years, many people have turned to non-caloric sweeteners like sucralose to enjoy sweet tastes without adding calories to their diet. These sweeteners are popular for weight management, but there’s growing debate about whether they might actually affect hunger and health in unexpected ways. This study explores how sucralose impacts the brain’s appetite control compared to regular sugar (sucrose) and water. The research focuses on a part of the brain called the hypothalamus, which helps regulate hunger, and examines how it reacts differently in people with varying body weights - healthy weight, overweight, and obese - and how it can indirectly affect cellulite…
