Vanquish ME followed by Exilis Ultra Skin Appeal Tucson

After trying 2 disappointing rounds (4 clicks each- turned up on high) of sculpsure 2 years ago, and seeing no markable change, I was skeptical of all treatments claiming they offered non-invasive fat reduction. Upon choosing a conforming wedding dress with a low cut back, I was desperate and decided to have an open mind...and so my research began.
As a licensed Physical Therapist, I have a good working knowledge of many electrical modalities. The technology behind VANQUISH ME not only made sense, but the reviews mentioned how comfortable it was.
After reading every independent review I could get my hands on, I chose to try BTL VANQUISH ME. I chose VANQUISH based on the science, & the device has the largest treatment area to treat my flanks, thus saving time while providing an even overall result.
In my research, I noted a commonality in the reviews of those who had the best outcomes - many also utilized BTL Exilis Ultra as part of the treatment. They also spoke highly of the qualifications & experience level of the professional administering the treatment. For these reasons, I chose to have my treatment completed at Skin Appeal on Tucson with Kathy M. Their protocol includes VANQUISH ME + Exilis Ultra, followed by Z-wave to further assist in breaking up the destroyed fat cells, thus making it easier for your body to get rid of them.
Kathy Motley is a Certified Medical Laser Technician & is the consummate professional. She has specialized in body contouring for 16 years, and consistently participates in continuing education to stay on top of this ever changing technology. She was extremely knowledgeable, and always willing to answer my questions. During the treatment, she carefully described each phase and what I could expect. Before each treatment, I was weighed on a special scale that determined my hydration level, fat %, & of course weight.
*** I cannot stress enough the importance of drinking as much water as possible before, during, and after receiving this treatment. Maintaining proper hydration not only makes the treatment more comfortable, but allows your body to break down and get rid of the destroyed fat cells. I was consistently hydrated to 49% as I went through my treatments.
Probably the most intense portion of the treatment was during the Exilis Ultra. Exilis Ultra simultaneously combines radio frequency and ultrasound to tighten skin via heat. A medium is applied (mineral oil) and the apparatus (similar to an ultrasound wand) is moved around the treated area with quick sweeping &/or circular movements. You can feel intense heat with this, but again if you’re well hydrated, tolerance improves. The heat stimulates circulation and collagen production which works to tighten the skin. This phase lasts approximately 10 minutes.
VANQUISH ME was administered afterwards in 3 back to back 15 minute intervals. The apparatus is positioned close, but never comes in contact with your skin. For the most part, I felt very even heat, with an occasional hot area that quickly dissipated. *If the “hot spot” persisted, I would have notified Kathy & she would have either repositioned the machine, turned down the intensity, or both. She had 2 fans strategically placed to cool my back as I received my entire treatment. This made it quite comfortable.
I was able to tolerate both Exilis & VANQUISH ME at their highest settings. Yes, I have a high pain tolerance, but overall found the treatment to be quite tolerable. I even dosed off at times during the VANQUISH ME portion.
I had a total of 5 treatments, spaced between 5 & 10 days apart. My first treatment was April 10, 2018, and my last May 8th. The before & after pics were taken on these dates.
The result: Since I was treating my flanks, I didn’t see them on a regular basis. Hence, I was shocked that 3 weeks after 1st treatment, I got a well positioned glimpse of myself in a mirror & saw a real difference!! My final measurements showed I am down 1” around my waist, and 1/2” around my upper hip. Given that these are preliminary measures, I am very pleased & as I’ve read, final results can take up to 3 months. There is also more definition along my spine as there was observable fat loss there.
**I must nite that during this time, I continued to eat healthy and participated in my regular exercise regime. I lost 4 pounds overall. This is not a weight loss treatment.*
After completing treatment on my flanks, I opted to do my thighs as well. Before & after pics were taken 6 weeks apart with dramatic results on my saddle bag area. There was significant improvement to texture (firming) around the circumference of my thigh as well. I lost 1” around each thigh, but the contouring looks amazing!! Tough admittedly, treatment to the thighs was more intense feeling than the back.
I can not begin to praise ALL the professionals at Skin Appeal enough! Every member of their team is knowledgeable, very pleasant, & treat each client with the utmost respect. They never once tried to up-sell me with unnecessary products or treatments, but made careful recommendations based on my inquiries and those that would best suit me personally. The medical director has also collaborated on her own skin care line Mikel Kristi, which I now use faithfully because it delivers results.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Skin Appeal for all your aesthetic and skin care needs.