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Cellfina: when should I do it, what's recovery consist of, will incision marks show? (photos)

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kellywhiteMar 30, 2016

I'm 34 years old, 114 lbs, and I'm 5'2. I work out 3 - 5 times a week and when I weigh 110 lbs or less my cellulite is much less visible. I have had cellulite since my 20s. I am going to Mexico in early June. Should I get the procedure before or after based on that timing? Is it better to get the procedure when I have more cellulite or less cellulite? What will the recovery consist of, will I be able to wear regular jeans? Will the incision marks show considering I am very light skinned?

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