One of the best ways to definitively tackle the “orange peel” problem is to proceed with an accurate cellulite analysis before any aesthetic treatment. Understanding the stage of this imperfection is the only way to identify the most effective and personalized intervention method.
With this in mind, the most cutting-edge tool is the cellulite test via contact thermography, a fast, totally painless examination that can be repeated over time.
What is it and why is it essential to have a cellulite test?
Very often, cellulite assessment is done only visually or through palpation. However, these empirical methods do not allow one to see what is actually happening in the subcutaneous tissues. Undergoing a specific cellulite exam instead allows for the thermal mapping of critical areas (such as thighs, buttocks, and abdomen).
Since cellulite alters microcirculation, the affected areas will show different temperatures compared to healthy tissues. The thermographic analysis detects these exact differences, guiding the professional toward the ideal treatment.
How the cellulite exam with thermographic plates works
Thermographic analysis is based on the use of special microencapsulated liquid crystal plates. By placing these plates on the skin, a high-definition color image is obtained in a few seconds, reflecting the thermal and circulatory status of the underlying tissues.
This cellulite test allows for a clear distinction between soft and hardened adiposity and an objective classification of the severity of the problem.
Which stages does the cellulite assessment highlight?
Thanks to contact thermography analysis, it is possible to classify the imperfection into one of its three main stages:
Stage 1: Edematous Cellulite
In this phase, water retention is slightly evident, especially in the thigh and buttock area. Blood vessels lose elasticity, encouraging fluid stagnation.
Stage 2: Fibrous Cellulite
Connective tissue increases and hardening of the fat occurs. Small nodules form, accompanied by constant fluid stagnation, which makes the adipose tissue extremely fibrous.
Stage 3: Sclerotic Cellulite
The tissue becomes hard and cold to the touch. The nodules are large and can be painful. The skin appears hard, with evident depressions, bumps, and the classic “mattress” appearance.
The advantages of a preventive assessment (Early diagnosis)
The IPS thermographic system has extremely high sensitivity: its greatest advantage is the ability to show the very first accumulations of cellulite when they are not yet visible to the naked eye or detectable through palpation (Stage 0 or Pre-cellulite).
Based on the diagnosis made with the test, it is possible to:
- Intervene preventively to slow down its development.
- Monitor results: the test can be repeated over time to objectively verify the effectiveness of the treatments performed.
- Act in a targeted manner: applying treatments (mud wraps, massages, radiofrequency, or others) only in areas where the analysis has highlighted an alteration.
Our thermographic cellulite analysis systems are protected by an international patent owned by IPS, guaranteeing a unique, reliable system founded on scientific principles.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the cellulite test
- Is the cellulite test painful? Absolutely not. The analysis is non-invasive, does not use radiation, and is totally painless. It simply involves placing a plate against the skin.
- Where can I have a cellulite analysis? You can request a thermographic exam at the best beauty centers, pharmacies, or aesthetic medicine clinics that use IPS patented diagnostic systems.
- How long does the exam take? The test is immediate. The thermographic plate returns the color image of the subcutaneous situation within a few seconds.
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