Lumpy, bumpy skin marring your otherwise fit and fabulous physique? Join the club. Estimates are that 85% of women – even the most in-shape – battle cellulite. Read on for the latest treatment and products leading the charge against cellulite. Watch the segment on ABC15’s Sonoran Living!
Slimming Spa Treatments
Bioslimming Wrap at The Beach Tanning Salon and Spa, Phoenix, 602.218.8627
A secret weapon among the Beverly Hills crowd, this two-stage process incorporates active gels and creams that rev up circulation and firm the skin while you relax on a treatment bed. First the therapist takes measurements and then applies a detoxing cream and slimming agents that activate fat elimination. You’ll relax while the products work for about 40 minutes during which time, you can opt for a mini facial. Next, an intensely cold gel is applied over-top the first layer giving skin a final 20-minute detoxification boost. High concentrations of caffeine work in cooperation with plant and algae extracts and hot and cold thermal agents to diminish the appearance of cellulite and stretch marks, and the treatment is most effective if done in a series. Post-treatment measurements are taken to track success. The cost is $200 for the full body and $100 for the lower body only.
Mention you saw AZ Spa Girls on Sonoran Living and get the BioSlimming lower body treatment for just $75 (Reg. $100).
Synergie Body Massage at The New Well, Phoenix, 602.490.0305
Ah, finally a fat treatment that really sucks – sucks away fat, that is. This treatment uses a process of vacuum massage to stimulate collagen fibers and connective tissue to reduce cellulite and body measurements. You’ll slip into a form-fitting spandex bodysuit and lie comfortably on a treatment table as the therapist glides the device across problem areas. The device deeply massages through a vacuuming action at various strengths. The treatment takes about 45 minutes and is $89 for one treatment or $899 for a 16-session package.
Mention you saw AZ Spa Girls on Sonoran Living and get 50% off a Synergie Body Massage treatment (that’s just $44.50!).
SmoothShapes at Abloom MedSpa, Glendale, 623.691.8319
A high-tech solution that specifically targets cellulite, this treatment uses a process called photomology that incorporates mechanical manipulation with dynamic laser and light energy to target dimpling caused by enlarged fat cells. The laser helps to break up the fat while rollers that use a vacuum-type suction help to eliminate it through the lymphatic system. The FDA-approved process takes about 15 minutes per area with packages starting at $1,200 including a complimentary consultation. Treatment protocol is eight sessions, twice a week for four weeks.
Fat-Zapping Products
Bioslimming At Home Body System – The active ingredients in the Bioslimming wrap in a home care regimen including the Active Slim Gel, Active Slim Cream and Ultra Slim Effect that work in conjunction to target cellulite and stretchmarks, $120 for the trio at The Beach Tanning Salon and Spa in Phoenix.
Murad Firm and Tone Dietary Supplement Pack – Formulated to help reduce the appearance of cellulite from the inside out, the four-week supply includes a daily dose of a targeted multivitamin along with connective support, essential fatty acids and cell energizer supplements that encourage firmer, healthier skin, $137 at sephora.com.
Circadia Professional Firming and Shaping Gel – Targets cellulite with an intense solution of seaweed extract, horse chestnut and other high-end ingredients that help metabolize fat, $36 at Mozaik Skin & Body in Scottsdale.
Mama Mio Shrink to Fit Cellulite Cream – Voted the best cellulite cream by Elle Magazine, this serum gives orange peel skin the boot with high levels of fat-fighting ingredients such as brown algae and adiposlim – a unique complex that helps inhibit fat storage, $56 at mamamio.com.
Solidea Light Compression Anti-Cellulite Shorts – An innovative fabric compresses tummy, hips and booty to increase circulation and keep you smooth on the move, $50 at legluxe.com. (Bonus, they come in pink and are currently on sale for $19.99.)
