When patients start researching body contouring, one of the most common questions we hear is:
“If I treat cellulite with Avéli, can I also add volume with AlloClae?”
The answer is often yes, and the combination can create a more complete approach to body contouring.
Understanding the Difference Between Cellulite and Volume Loss
Cellulite and contour irregularities may appear similar on the surface, but they actually come fromtwo different structural issues under the skin.
Cellulite develops when fibrous bands beneath the skin pull downward while fat pushes upward, creating the classic dimpling effect on the thighs and buttocks. Avéli treats this issue by precisely releasing those fibrous bands at their source.
Volume loss or contour depressions, on the other hand, occur when there simply isn’t enough structural support beneath the skin. This can create hip dips, uneven curves, or deflated areas.
Where AlloClae Comes In
AlloClae is a regenerative injectable made from purified adipose-derived tissue that adds soft, natural-looking volume to areas where shape has been lost or never developed.
Unlike traditional fillers, it acts more like a structural scaffold beneath the skin, integrating with surrounding tissue to improve contour and balance.
Why the Combination Can Work So Well
Think of Avéli and AlloClae as addressing two layers of the same aesthetic concern:
• Avéli: releases cellulite-causing bands
• AlloClae: restores smooth, natural volume
For patients with both cellulite and contour irregularities, treating only one issue may leave part of the concern unaddressed. When combined strategically, these treatments can:
- Smooth dimpling
- Improve hip dip appearance
- Enhance natural curves
- Create a more balanced silhouette
Who Is the Best Candidate?
Patients who may benefit from a combination approach often:
- Have visible cellulite on the buttocks or thighs
- Notice hip dips or subtle contour depressions
- Want improvement without surgery
- Prefer natural-looking, gradual enhancement
Because every body is different, the most effective plan always begins with a personalized consultation to evaluate anatomy and goals.
The Bottom Line
Body contouring today is increasingly customized and regenerative. Instead of relying on a single treatment, advanced approaches can address multiple structural concerns beneath the skin.
For many patients, combining cellulite release with regenerative volume restoration offers one of the most natural-looking ways to refine the shape of the hips, thighs, and buttocks.