Laser Skin Care Center offers various body sculpting treatments to target and reduce stubborn fat and tighten skin. Two popular treatments, UltraShape® vs VelaShape®, work exceptionally well but produce different results.
UltraShape® vs VelaShape® Overview
With so many body sculpting treatments to choose from, selecting the one that will deliver the results you want can be challenging. In the case of UltraShape® vs VelaShape®, each one takes a different approach to body sculpting. Likewise, the results you see will differ between these two treatments.
Understanding how UltraShape® and VelaShape® work can help you decide which treatment is right for you.
How Does UltraShape® Work?
UltraShape® uses focused, pulsating ultrasound energy to heat and liquefy fat cells. The procedure works on the stomach and hips and is painless, it leaves no scarring. It holds the title of first and only FDA-cleared, non-invasive body sculpting procedure.
Your body houses two kinds of fat: visceral and subcutaneous. Of the two, subcutaneous fat is the most difficult to lose, no matter how much you diet or exercise. UltraShape® has no problem targeting and removing stubborn subcutaneous fat cells.All of our dermatologists at Laser Skin Care Center belong to the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatological Surgery, so you can expect to see the best results UltraShape® has to offer in the safest environment.
How Does VelaShape® Work?
VelaShape® is a non-invasive body contouring treatment that builds collagen and elastin fibers and contracting tissues in the stomach, thighs, buttocks, and hips. VelaShape® uses a combination of radiofrequency energy, infrared light, and vacuum technologies to heat connective tissues and dermal collagen fibers, stimulating their growth and contracting cells for tighter, firmer skin in the treatment area.
VelaShape® smooths away the appearance of cellulite, improving the look of that signature “orange peel” skin texture. The result is an overall improvement in skin structure, tautness, and texture. VelaShape®’s combined technologies reduce the appearance of cellulite on the thighs, abdomen, buttocks, and waist.
UltraShape® vs VelaShape® – What’s the Difference?
Between the two procedures, UltraShape® Power’s ultrasound energy packs a bigger punch, reducing fat cells where VelaShape® tightens and smooths skin. On the other hand, VelaShape®’s ability to diminish the appearance of cellulite is something UltraShape® does not do. VelaShape® also improves skin texture and elasticity, which is something else UltraShape® doesn’t do.
With any choice between procedures, it all boils down to the types of results you’re looking for from a body sculpting procedure.
For Which Procedure Am I a Candidate?
If you’re not sure if UltraShape® Power or VelaShape® is suitable for you, schedule a consultation at Laser Skin Care Center in Long Beach, CA today. A board-certified dermatologist can work with you to determine which treatment is best for your needs and what you can expect from your chosen procedure. Individuals close to their target body weight are often more pleased with their results. UltraShape® Power and VelaShape® are not weight loss treatments and should only be considered for body contouring, not as a weight loss solution.
Take the Next Step
If you’d like to learn more about UltraShape® or VelaShape®, please fill out the form on this page or call (562) 997-1144. Laser Skin Care Center proudly serves the Long Beach, CA area and offers a variety of cosmetic dermatology services.
*Individual results may vary.
