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Vela-waste of Time & $$...

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Author: KB

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I had 6 treatments with the newer generation...

KBMarch 31, 2008

$1,300

I had 6 treatments with the newer generation "Velashape" to the butt and thighs. My before and after photos look identical....no circumference reduction or reduction in the appearance of cellulite whatsoever. Also, it is painful and I got quite bruised each treatment. I am really disappointed.

Furthermore, if it does work, it is not permanent, as they lead you to believe on all of the TV spots they've done on Youtube. Save your money for lipo. This was an absolute waste of $$. I was supposedly a good candidate since I am otherwise thin and in good shape. What a disappointment!

Replies (67)

(unregistered guest)

April 22, 2008

I'm 19, have cellulite, and very large thighs. Have Dimples in areas there shouldn't be, and I can't seem to lose any weight or slim my thighs from exercising and dieting. I have an appointment on Friday to start a 10 session?VELA SHAPE treatment. The women at my clinic told me that 10 treatments is the lowest amount to get, and that it costs $2750. I won $400 of course towards American Laser Centers, and then apparently was there the "day" that you can get 40% off also. (Which I think is all just to make it seem like your saving a lot). She also told me it would probably only take 4-6 to show and that I can save the rest for later, and I get 5 for free after treatments ? ... But in reality, my treatments will still cost me $1410 after all those "discounts". I really want to try it out because I would like to finally be comfortable enough to wear shorts, and a bathing suit this coming summer. So do you think that it is worth it? Does my age play a factor in if you think it will be okay for my body and skin? Please reply.

tryingitall

July 24, 2008

Hi, I want to warn you as quick as possible. Do not go back! As one of the previous reviews stated, I too experienced bruising and discomfort and no results. Within the first 3 treatments, I actually tried to get my money back and they would not return my calls. I spent 2k for only a few treatments which were uncomfortable and did not work. While I lost 2k, I hope in turn to save everyone else whose been conned into their cellulite service.(American Laser Centers) Please do not proceed, you'll just be sorry and angry as I am.

Janessa

July 28, 2008

Hi, I too am 19 im 5'1 am 112 pounds but my thighs i hate em i excercise alott and eat right and i still seem to have cellulite, I was also looking into the velashape treatments but now im skeptical after all these reviews, I also am looking into TriActiv laser which is supposed to be the rival of velashape.

mich1008

July 2, 2009

As a former employee of ALC, I strongly urge you to be extremely cautious of the business practices!!! It is a very shady company!!!! Having actually performed the VelaShape treatments on several patients, I can honestly say that it does work. HOWEVER, you absolutely need to have a healthy BMI (body mass index), healthy diet, and healthy (not extreme) workout regimen. You also need to take the advice to heart about drinking lots of water. This treatment stimulates your lymphatic system to flush out the toxins, but your body needs some "help" to keep it going after and in between your treatments. Hope this helps!!

(unregistered guest)

July 2, 2009

mich - you have me concerned. what are the shady practices?!! please help with more info. is it all locations or just your former one??

Birmingham3869

January 10, 2011

It is all the ALC locations. I too am a former employee. I agree with the other post that the vela does work but it is not suited for everyone. American Laser only cares about money. If you try it don't go to them.

Rachael8568

February 17, 2011

Hi,
First of off if you are getting it for 1410 your getting a deal cause I paid 2700.
Im 41,over weight by 40lbs so I am trying Velashape, diet & exercising. I went for my 1st Velashape session yesterday & this morning when I woke up I was really sore but my top part of my abdomen was flatter & my stretch marks werent raised as high as b4. I have 5 more sessions to go & 10 for my flaggins. I am excited to see the rest of the results. I also have lost 6lbs since exercising & dieting.

Maia

October 3, 2008

I've just finished my 12th session of Velashape and couldn't be more satisfied! My cellulite is 80% to 90% better and I felt no disconfort at all. I guess the difference from US and Brazil is that here the protocol for Velashape is for 12 sessions, so you don't stop at the 5th or 6th when no results can already be seen. I've done no diet and no exercises during the 6 weeks (twicw a week) but also taken Innèo Cellulite.

Angel Array

January 12, 2010

I am going on treatment 7 and think it is helping, but would like to boost it if possible. What is Inneo?

Maia

September 25, 2011

sorry, I mispelled INNEOV cellulite are capsules sold in Europe from Nestle + L'Oreal.

Eva Carrington

October 4, 2008

I have had 5 vela shape treatments around my arms and had no results. I too felt ripped off by the hype of this equipment. If you do want to see results, stick with endermologie, it does take a bit longer but its definitely worth it, with noticeable results.

Once again Thank you

October 25, 2008

No results here either - I am only 116lbs and 5'6" my issues are minor and still did not work at all for me - no improvement and twice I actually got burned from the damned thing - the tech was relentless and I have no idea why! I am consdering Restylane in my cellulite dimples and will update everyone about that after . . . .

Jessica D70

November 21, 2008

Love Velashape. I was measurably smaller after only a few sessions and cellulite improved - of course its not completely gone but my legs look 100x better. Did you guys actually measure your body bfore and after? I guess have realistic expectations too - you're never going to lose as much as if you had lipo or a body lift. VelaShape is for those who don't want surgery. I wish everyone had the same experience as me with VelaShape as I am very happy with my results (and I had tried enderm and lipodissolve etc etc etc and Vela is the only one that worked with results that stick).