| Treatment | Cost | Sessions | Results Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topical / at-home devices | $50–$300 | Ongoing | Temporary |
| Acoustic wave therapy | $300–$500/session | 6-12 | 6-12 months |
| Cellfina | $4,000–$7,000 | 1 | 3-5 years |
| QWO injectable | $700–$1,200/session | 3 | 6-12 months |
| Cellulaze laser | $5,000–$9,000 | 1 | 3-5 years |
| RF skin tightening | $250–$500/session | 4-8 | 6-12 months |
The only treatments with strong clinical evidence are Cellfina (subcision — cutting the bands that cause dimpling), Cellulaze (laser-assisted subcision), and QWO (injectable enzyme that dissolves the bands). Acoustic wave therapy and RF treatments provide temporary improvement but don't address the root cause. Creams with retinol or caffeine can temporarily tighten skin appearance but effects wash off. The most cost-effective approach: Cellfina for moderate-severe cellulite ($4,000-$7,000, lasts 3+ years), or acoustic wave therapy for mild cellulite ($1,800-$6,000 for a series, repeat annually).
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