How Avéli™ Helped One Woman Finally Feel Confident in Her Skin Again

At Sheen Vein (Aesthetics and Functional Medicine), we see many women who feel frustrated by cellulite—no matter how much they diet, exercise, or try the latest cream on the market. While cellulite is extremely common (affecting up to 90% of women), it can still take a toll on self-esteem and body confidence.

One of our recent patients—a 35-year-old white female—came to us after years of trying to improve the appearance of her legs without much success.

Her Cellulite Story

This patient had done everything the internet and beauty industry suggested:

  • Tried multiple name-brand cellulite creams that promised smoothing results
  • Followed structured diet and exercise programs
  • Maintained a healthy lifestyle

She saw some improvement in her muscle tone and overall body shape with diet and exercise, but the cellulite dimples on her thighs and buttocks barely changed. The creams didn’t make a visible difference at all.

Her frustration was less about the cellulite itself and more about how it made her feel. She avoided wearing shorts in public and hadn’t worn a bathing suit to the lake in years. When she came in for her consultation, she told us, “I just want to feel comfortable in my skin again.”

Why We Recommended Avéli™

After evaluating her skin and cellulite pattern, we determined that she was an excellent candidate for Avéli™ cellulite reduction treatment—a minimally invasive, FDA-cleared procedure that directly targets the root cause of cellulite dimpling.

Unlike creams or surface treatments, which can only temporarily improve skin texture, Avéli™ works by:

  • Identifying exactly which fibrous bands (called septae) are tethering the skin down
  • Precisely releasing those bands
  • Allowing the skin to smooth naturally

Because these fibrous bands are one of the main structural causes of cellulite, releasing them creates a visible, lasting improvement.

Her Avéli™ Treatment

We treated her in our office under local anesthesia to keep her completely comfortable. The procedure involved:

  • Inserting the Avéli™ device just beneath the skin through tiny entry points
  • Using tactile feedback to find each dimple-causing band
  • Selectively releasing over 20 cellulite dimples in a single session

The treatment took less than an hour, and she was able to walk out of our office the same day.

Recovery and Results

For the first few days after the procedure, she experienced some mild swelling and soreness—normal for this type of treatment. We advised her to avoid intense workouts for a short period, but she was able to resume normal activities quickly.

Over the next several weeks, as swelling went down, her results became more and more noticeable:

  • Significantly smoother skin texture on her thighs and buttocks
  • Fewer visible dimples, replaced by an even skin surface
  • A healthier, more youthful skin appearance

By her three-month follow-up, the improvement was dramatic. The targeted dimples were gone, and her skin looked naturally smooth—not “overdone” or artificial.

A Confidence Transformation

When she returned for her final check-in, she couldn’t stop smiling. She told us:

“I actually wore a bathing suit out at the lake for the first time in years. I wasn’t hiding under a cover-up—I just enjoyed the day. I can’t thank you enough for helping me get my confidence back.”

Her story is exactly why we love offering Avéli™. It’s not just about treating skin—it’s about helping people feel free to enjoy life without self-consciousness.

Why Avéli™ Works When Creams Don’t

Cellulite creams can temporarily plump the skin’s surface, but they cannot reach the fibrous bands beneath the skin that are pulling it down. Avéli™ is different because it:

  • Treats cellulite at the structural level
  • Provides results in just one session for most patients
  • Targets each dimple individually and precisely
  • Offers results that last, as the released bands don’t grow back

Is Avéli™ Right for You?

You might be a great candidate if you:

  • Have visible cellulite dimples (not just skin laxity)
  • Are at a stable, healthy weight
  • Want a one-time, minimally invasive treatment
  • Are looking for natural, lasting results without surgery

Final Thoughts

Cellulite is common, normal, and nothing to be ashamed of—but if it bothers you, you deserve a solution that works. For this patient, Avéli™ delivered real, lasting improvement after years of trying creams and lifestyle changes with little success.

If cellulite is keeping you from wearing what you want, feeling confident in public, or enjoying activities like swimming, we can help. With Avéli™, we can target the root cause of your cellulite dimples in one session and give you smoother skin you’ll love showing off.

📍 Serving St. Louis, Sunset Hills, Kirkwood, Webster Groves, and surrounding Missouri communities

📞 Call 314-842-1441 or request your consultation online to learn more about Avéli™ cellulite reduction treatment.

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