- QWO is a minimally invasive procedure that helps get rid of cellulite on the thighs, stomach, and buttocks.
- The benefits of QWO is that it is non-surgical, there is no downtime, and you don’t go under anesthesia.
- At Mariposa Aesthetics & Laser, QWO is a safe and effective treatment to help you feel more confident in your body.
Cellulite is extremely common in women, in fact over 90% of women deal with it. Cellulite can make you feel insecure in your body and keep you from doing the things you want to because of how your body looks. It is normal to have insecurities and we want you to know your body is beautiful! Here at Mariposa Aesthetics & Laser Center, we want you to feel and look your very best with the help from our trained professionals. That’s why we offer Collagenase Clostridium Histolyticum-aaes (QWO) treatments!
Understanding QWO
QWO is the first ever FDA-approved injectable treatment that is specifically designed to reduce the appearance of cellulite. It is a non-surgical and minimally invasive treatment that can help smooth out skin on your thighs, abdomen, and buttocks. QWO uses enzymes that break down collagen-rich fibrous bands that cause cellulite dimpling under the skin. As these bands dissolve, the fat re-distributes and new collagen production is stimulated to improve the skin’s firmness. QWO is able to permanently dissolve these bands to help keep your skin from forming any new cellulite as well.
QWO Skin Tightening FAQs
You might be skeptical about the QWO injectable cellulite removal treatment. Understandably! Below we list out frequently asked questions and answers about QWO treatments. Have a question you don’t see below? Send us a message or give us a call to talk to a QWO expert!
1. What Can I Expect With QWO Treatments?
Each QWO session only lasts about 10 minutes and you will be able to go about your day normally after. Once you’re at Mariposa, you will sit/stand while our experts mark your cellulite. They will inject about 12-24 dimples in each session. After you receive the injections, you will need to lay on your stomach for five minutes before you are able to leave and continue with the rest of your daily activities. It is recommended that patients who receive QWO at Mariposa avoid strenuous physical activity for about 24-48 hours.
2. How Many Treatments Are Needed For QWO?
Depending on the areas you are looking to get treated, and the surface area of the spot, most patients receive 3 treatments. Appointments are typically spaced three weeks apart. Each treatment includes 12-24 injections which depends on the severity of your cellulite. Before you begin your QWO at Mariposa journey, you will receive a consultation and custom plans for you will be created. In most cases no more than 3 treatments will be needed.
3. What Are The Side Effects Of QWO?
The most common side effect of QWO is bruising at the injection site. This bruising can last up to two weeks after the treatment. It may spread or darken for the first few days but it will lighten with each subsequent treatment. No recovery is needed for QWO, but strenuous activity should be limited. No downtime after treatments means you can get back to doing what you need to immediately after the appointment.
4. Am I A Good Candidate For QWO?
In order to be a good candidate for QWO at Mariposa you need to have moderate to severe cellulite. QWO will not treat skin laxity or sagging skin caused by collagen loss. This is best for people who have natural cellulite. QWO at Mariposa is an option to avoid invasive surgery.
5. How Long Do QWO Treatment Results Last?
Usually QWO treatments at Mariposa last about one to two years depending on your lifestyle. Some early studies of QWO suggest the results can be permanent as the bands that are broken by the injection do not reconnect. Since the fibrous bands are broken and dissolved, patients are able to enjoy effective and lasting results from QWO at Mariposa.
6. When Will I See the Results of QWO?
When you will see results of QWO depends heavily from person to person. For QWO at Mariposa most patients, noticeable results start to show about 10 weeks after the initial treatment. With that, appearance changing results appear about four weeks after the third session, but some patients may notice results earlier. With each treatment you have, results will continue to improve.
7. How Much Do QWO Treatments Cost?
This is another question that depends heavily on the patient. Usually QWO treatments are sold as packages that include the number of treatments recommended based on the consult. For most patients it costs between $2,000- $5,000. Again, this depends on the severity of the cellulite, the size of the area treated, and the number of sessions recommended. If you’re interested in quotes for QWO at Mariposa contact us.
8. Is QWO Safe?
QWO at Mariposa is very safe. QWO was FDA-approved in 2020 after a large-scale clinical trial of over 1,800 women. It was the largest cellulite trial ever conducted and it was able to prove both safety but also efficacy. Because QWO is an injectable, it took notably longer to get approved by the FDA. Overall QWO is a safe and effective solution to get rid of cellulite and improve the appearance of your legs, stomach, and buttocks.
9. Why Should I Choose QWO Over Other Skin Tightening Options?
QWO at Mariposa is the best option to get rid of cellulite because it targets the root cause of it. It targets the fibrous bands that create dimples under your skin. Unlike topical creams or massages, it gets under the skin to dramatically change the appearance of cellulite. QWO at Mariposa offers long-term results and is an amazing alternative to other skin tightening treatments that do not specifically target cellulite.
10. What’s QWO After-Treatment Care Like?
QWO treatments done at Mariposa need no downtime after treatments. You are able to resume your daily activities immediately after the session. You can expect visible bruising after your appointment and may want to use a pillow for added comfort when sitting directly after the appointment. It is recommended you avoid intense physical activity for a couple of days, but otherwise there are no restrictions.
QWO Skin Tightening Services at Mariposa Aesthetics & Laser Center
Are you seeking a non-surgical solution to reduce the appearance of cellulite on your thighs, buttocks, or abdomen? At Mariposa Med Spa in Oklahoma City, we are proud to offer QWO! It offers an alternative to surgical procedures and is able to dramatically reduce the appearance of cellulite, in just a few weeks.
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Contact Mariposa
Phone: (405) 367-3706
Address: 4214 N. Classen Rd. Oklahoma City, OK, 73118