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Velashape - Waste of Money and Unrealistic
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I had traditional lipo in 2006. I had gained some...
$2,000
I had traditional lipo in 2006. I had gained some fat back under the bra line and aross my low back. I was one of those starry eyed people excited about the promise of non-invasive and "affordable" cellulite/fat reduction. Of course, they just happen to have the buy one get one free promo (that ended the next day) so I was pressured to sign up ASAP. I read the reviews on this site AFTER I plunked down 2k cash and it was too late to back out.
The technician was very nice and she knew what she was doing. I had good heat and she spent a great deal of time with me... but it had ZERO results after 10 treatments. Forget about asking for a refund, it's not going to happen.
A.B. Normal's provider
UPDATED FROM A.B. Normal
I shouldnt say I had ZERO results, there was a...
I shouldnt say I had ZERO results, there was a slight reduction but nothing worth what I paid for. I sent a letter to them expressing my disappointment. They emailed me right away and assigned me a ticket number. The local clinic manager called to speak with me, but when I called back I got voicemail, I am cautiously optimistic at this point. Ethically, they should refund the money - but I wont hold my breath.
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September 3, 2011
Velashape has two models still out and the VelashapeII is the most powerful. Velashape is not for weight loss and there are also limitations on a patient's BMI (Body Mass Index) because the results may not be as drastic as you might want otherwise. It is for body contouring only in trouble areas in otherwise patients of healthy weight. Patients also have to maintain a healthy lifestyle to prolong the effects. Nothing is perfect, but it actually works very well.
February 9, 2012
I think this procedure is only work for people whos active not much body fat, not for fat or out of shape!
February 9, 2012
Besides the treatment there are other things you should do as well, nothing is a miracle cure. You have to eat right, drink lots of water, take the pills they give you and walk for 30 minutes. I am on my third treatment and I can see small differences already. Each body is different I guess, but I also put in work at the gym. I'm not just a lazy slob looking for a quick fix.
February 10, 2012
The reason I pursued Velashape was because American Laser Centers was adamant that the Velashape would significantly reduce the two bumps on my upper back which would not shrink no matter what I did. I was obviously skeptical because I KNOW that I have a good sized fat deposit in that area. I told them several times that I didnt think I was a good candidate and they pressured and pressured and gave me a free session to prove I was the "perfect" candidate since it was just one area I wanted to work on. I only weigh 150lbs. My body shape changed dramatically after an emergency c-section and subsequent tummy tuck to repair the torn abdominal muscles which split down the middle causing me to still look pregnant. The tummy tuck improved part of the problem, but I was left looking like a cylinder with no more hourglass shape.
The point is, I was not a candidate for this treatment because Velashape is primarily for cellulite or small areas of fat. That is the point I was making. To essentially call me a fat, out of shape, lazy slob looking for a quick fix is just mean and nasty.
The point is, I was not a candidate for this treatment because Velashape is primarily for cellulite or small areas of fat. That is the point I was making. To essentially call me a fat, out of shape, lazy slob looking for a quick fix is just mean and nasty.
July 20, 2012
Seriously,I think you are being a little unrealistic about two things: First, the amount of weight you gained since your last procedure. You didn't just gain "some" weight, straight up, it looks like quite a bitt. Second, your expectations were a little high for a procedure that is non-invasive. In the first couple of pics, you had some serious back boobies going on, but in the second to last one, there is some noticeable improvement. You still have back boobs, but they aren't as bad as before. I mean, you paid 2k and had a non-invasive procedure so you can't expect miracles.
July 20, 2012
I gained about 15lbs total in a 1 year period - I went from 150 (size 8) to 165 (size 12), most of which decided to land right in that area. Not sure how you can say I was unrealistic, when my post clearly expressed my doubt and skeptism about Velashape removing a hunk of fat from the get go - but I was convinced by a hard sell that I was the "perfect" candidate and those back boobs would be no match for Velashape. Normally a very practical and realistic person, I was suckered.. Yes, the area did shrink a bit, maybe 2 inches or so.. The technician focused all 10 sessions on that area and it pinched and was hot like she was ironing my skin. But for the same 2k, I could have had liposuction in that specific area and it would have been permanently gone. With Velashape, even if it works to your satisfaction, you have to go back for "maintentence" treatments to maintain the look, and they are expensive. I still say it only works on cellulite - it clearly does not work to reduce fat - if you have back boobies, just get lipo.
February 14, 2012
Wow. I am disgusted by how rude the three above comments are. Seems like the first two posters must have some financial stake in Velashape in order to be so absurdly mean. Shame on you three. This website is to help one another make good decisions and i appreciate your review AB. You just saved me some money, so thanks!
UPDATED FROM A.B. Normal
Updating due to new comments and recent class...
Updating due to new comments and recent class action lawsuits against American Laser Centers. ALS was sued for false and misleading advertising. I dont recall the outcome, but I think I got a 20% coupon that has long since expired. Big deal! I would not go back there if you paid me!
Secondly, Velashape may work for cellulite and small regions of fat - not for what I was dealing with. I will call it "Post Lipo Fat Shifting" in that I gained a large layer of fat from previous lipo in an adjacent area in 2006. I was trying to avoid the costs and risks of surgery, more scars, but in the end that was what I ended up doing and I am happy now. My body looks normal again.
As far as those thinking I am a lazy fat slob looking for a quick fix that needs to hit the gym for 2 hours a day - perhaps several hours every day at the gym would have yielded the same result over time, but considering I work outside of the home 10+ hours a day, it was not practical for me.
Instead I chose liposuction surgery and can now maintain the shape by biking and kayaking or whatever else I am in the mood for.
If you are considering Velashape, please be sure it's done by a qualified technician and for the right reasons. If you need to lose fat, this will not work for you.
Secondly, Velashape may work for cellulite and small regions of fat - not for what I was dealing with. I will call it "Post Lipo Fat Shifting" in that I gained a large layer of fat from previous lipo in an adjacent area in 2006. I was trying to avoid the costs and risks of surgery, more scars, but in the end that was what I ended up doing and I am happy now. My body looks normal again.
As far as those thinking I am a lazy fat slob looking for a quick fix that needs to hit the gym for 2 hours a day - perhaps several hours every day at the gym would have yielded the same result over time, but considering I work outside of the home 10+ hours a day, it was not practical for me.
Instead I chose liposuction surgery and can now maintain the shape by biking and kayaking or whatever else I am in the mood for.
If you are considering Velashape, please be sure it's done by a qualified technician and for the right reasons. If you need to lose fat, this will not work for you.
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March 20, 2012
I'm sorry about all the immature attacks about your experience and body...and that Velashape didn't work for you. American Laser Centers has a TERRIBLE reputation because they do pressure vulnerable, hopeful clients into buying overpriced packages. Maybe try suing. You don't look terribly overweight and I don't see any reason it shouldn't have worked for you more than it did, honestly. Best of luck!
March 20, 2012
Yea, she is clearly ignorant and needs to spend 2 hours a day in a classroom learning to read and comprehend the English language followed by weekly therapy to work through why she needs to insult strangers to feel better about herself. She needs to go back to a chat room where she belongs. Anyway, the ugly area is finally gone thanks to vaser lipo and kayaking. See my other post. Thanks for the thoughtful words.
March 20, 2012
Really? My life is empty! Here is my daily routine: 3 am wake cook, 4:30 am i hit the gym until 7:00 am, 8 am drop my kid to school, 9 am - 11:30 am work @ my mma & supplements store, back home to cook for hubby's lunch and send him to work @ 2 pm. Take a nap for an hour, pick up my daughter at school and back to work with her, leave work @ 6 pm back home cook dinner, then bed time at 9:00 pm! Hahaha you call that empty? Honesty is the best policy don't you think? I'm with positive people everydy and I have to look my very best! I ended up on this site because was looking for breast implant doctor, for your information I don't go on chat room or check my email daily like you guys im busy with my business.
March 20, 2012
Best of luck finding a qualified surgeon - this site is full of helpful and thoughtful people who share their surgical experiences good, bad and otherwise. You are not one of them. Be sure and remove the giant boob between your ears... good luck.
June 22, 2012
March 21, 2012
No. Good luck to you I hope the fat does not come back! Since you said you had 2 LIPOSUCTION already, and a TUMMY TUCK. You haven't learn from the first surgery what makes you think that is not coming back again. Second and most important, going to the gym is healthy for everyone! Keep the doctor away, and very good for general health.
March 21, 2012
Oh, really!? I NEVER knew working out was good for your health! Thanks for enlightening us, genius.
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