Cellulite is one of the most common cosmetic concerns among women, and it can be extremely frustrating. No matter how healthy you eat or how hard you work out, those stubborn dimples on the thighs and buttocks often remain. This happens because cellulite isn’t just about fat—it’s about the way the skin, connective tissue, and fat cells interact.

At Sheen Vein (Aesthetics and Functional Medicine) in St. Louis, we offer Avéli™, a groundbreaking FDA-cleared cellulite treatment designed to target the true cause of cellulite. If you’ve been searching for a solution that actually works, Avéli is one of the most advanced options available today.

Understanding Cellulite

Cellulite occurs when fibrous bands called septa pull down on the skin, while fat cells push upward. This combination creates the uneven, dimpled appearance many people call “orange peel” or “cottage cheese” skin.

It’s important to note:

• Cellulite is not caused by poor diet or lack of exercise.
• It affects women of all shapes and sizes—even those who are lean and athletic.
• Hormones, genetics, and connective tissue structure all play a role.

Until recently, most treatments only improved the surface of the skin temporarily. Avéli is different because it addresses cellulite at its structural root.

What Is Avéli™?

Avéli is an in-office, minimally invasive procedure that directly releases the fibrous septa causing cellulite dimples. Using a specialized handheld device, your clinician can identify and precisely cut the bands tethering the skin down.

Unlike creams, massages, or energy-based devices that only target surface appearance, Avéli goes underneath the skin to free those bands. Once released, the skin surface smooths out, reducing or eliminating the appearance of cellulite dimples.

How the Avéli Procedure Works

1. Local Anesthesia – The treatment area is numbed, so patients remain comfortable throughout the procedure.
2. Precise Targeting – The Avéli device allows the clinician to feel and identify the exact fibrous bands creating cellulite dimples.
3. Release of Bands – Those bands are then carefully released, immediately reducing the pull on the skin.
4. Visible Results – Because Avéli targets the true cause of cellulite, results can often be seen after just one treatment session.

The entire procedure typically takes about an hour, depending on the treatment area.

Benefits of Avéli

• One-Time Treatment: Unlike other cellulite therapies that require multiple sessions, Avéli is designed to achieve results in a single procedure.
• Long-Lasting Results: Because it releases the actual fibrous septa, improvements are long-lasting.
• Minimally Invasive: Tiny incisions are made, but there is no major surgery and no general anesthesia required.
• Precise: The device allows for controlled targeting of cellulite dimples without unnecessary tissue disruption.
• Confidence-Boosting: Patients often feel more comfortable in shorts, swimsuits, and fitted clothing.

What to Expect After Avéli

Most patients experience mild swelling, tenderness, or bruising in the treatment area, which resolves in a few days to weeks. Light activity can usually be resumed right away, although we recommend avoiding strenuous exercise for a short period.

Because Avéli directly addresses the septa bands, many patients notice visible improvements within weeks, with results continuing to refine as the area heals.

How Avéli Compares to Other Cellulite Treatments

• Topical creams: Only hydrate or tighten skin temporarily, without addressing the root cause.
• Massage or endermologie: Can improve circulation and lymphatic drainage but offer short-term results.
• Energy-based devices (radiofrequency, lasers): Stimulate collagen and improve skin texture but do not always release septa.
• Avéli: Physically releases the fibrous bands responsible for dimpling, offering a more direct and lasting solution.

Combining Avéli With Other Treatments

For the best results, we sometimes combine Avéli with other aesthetic procedures:

• Laser skin tightening for overall firmness.
• PRP/PRF skin rejuvenation to stimulate collagen production.
• Red light therapy with PEMF to enhance healing and circulation.

Our holistic approach at Sheen Vein (Aesthetics and Functional Medicine) ensures that patients receive not only cosmetic improvement but also long-term skin health benefits.

Is Avéli Right for You?

Avéli is ideal for women who:

• Struggle with moderate to severe cellulite dimples
• Want a minimally invasive, one-time treatment
• Prefer long-lasting results rather than temporary fixes

During your consultation, we will assess your skin, overall health, and goals to determine if Avéli is the right treatment for you.

Final Thoughts

Cellulite is a complex condition, but modern technology has finally given us a way to treat it at the source. Avéli is a safe, effective, and long-lasting solution for women who are ready to smooth their skin and regain confidence.

At Sheen Vein (Aesthetics and Functional Medicine) in St. Louis, we are proud to bring advanced treatments like Avéli to our patients, combining medical expertise with the latest innovations in aesthetics.

👉 Call our office today to schedule your cellulite consultation and learn if Avéli is right for you.

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