Cellulite Treatmentin Minneapolis
Contrary to popular belief, cellulite cannot be reduced by losing weight. This common “cottage cheese” look also isn’t brought on by weight gain. In fact, these dimples on the thighs and buttocks, particularly in women, are caused by restrictive tissue bands that group fat cells together.
We are specialists in treating cellulite and offer modern treatment options to find the best fit for your appearance goals:
- Avéli® provides precise targeting of the restrictive bands that cause cellulite, letting us cut individual bands for increased accuracy.
One of the reasons Dr. Jennifer Harrington is known as one of the best female plastic surgeons is because she takes pride in offering treatments she has tried herself, and loves the results. During your consultation, she’ll explain exactly how cellulite is formed and how each cellulite treatment we offer works, helping you feel comfortable and confident about your decision.
Harrington Plastic Surgery & Med Spa has helped women from the Twin Cities and beyond with non-surgical cellulite treatments. Contact us online or call our Plymouth office today at 651-290-7600 for more information about cellulite reduction, including pricing.
Meet Dr. Harrington
All of our nonsurgical treatments are overseen by Dr. Jennifer Harrington, a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 25 years of experience in the field. She is locally and nationally renowned for bringing the highest standards of medical excellence and aesthetic sensitivity, and inspires our entire medical spa team to deliver excellent results.
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Who Is a Good Candidate for Cellulite Reduction?
Most people who are unhappy with the appearance of cellulite on their bodies can be excellent candidates for at least one of the cellulite treatments we offer. Some of the most common reasons to consider cellulite reduction include:
- The appearance of dimpled skin on the thighs or buttocks creates embarrassment
- You avoid wearing certain clothes or bathing suits due to a “cottage cheese” look
- The appearance of cellulite makes you look older or less fit than you really are
Schedule a Med Spa Appointment
Use our convenient online scheduler to book your med spa appointment. Choose a time that works for you — we look forward to seeing you!
Your Treatment
What your treatment looks like depends on which cellulite reduction technique is best for you and which areas of the body you are treating.
Avéli
Avéli is a minimally invasive, FDA-cleared treatment for cellulite on the buttocks and thighs. It takes about an hour to perform on average. During the procedure, the Avéli device is moved beneath the skin to cut the connective tissue bands that cause cellulite dimples by pulling down on the skin’s surface. A lighted tip on the device allows us to precisely target individual bands and verify in real-time that targeted dimples have been removed.
Watch Dr. Harrington Perform This Procedure on YouTube!
We are excited to offer our Avéli patients BTL CELLUTONE as part of their cellulite treatment. CELLUTONE uses the power of therapeutic vibrations to increase lymphatic drainage, waste elimination and blood flow. It addresses the main factors causing cellulite formation and can lead to a considerable improvement in post-treatment skin appearance.
We may recommend additional treatments to make the most of your cellulite reduction results. Many people choose to combine cellulite treatments with body contouring procedures such as liposuction or its non-surgical alternative, CoolSculpting®. Women getting a mommy makeover also commonly include cellulite treatments in their cosmetic plan.
Cellulite Treatment Recovery & Results
While all of the cellulite reduction methods we offer do not require surgery, they each have a different mix of what to expect after treatment.
Avéli
Patients should expect to feel sore, swollen, and bruised in the treatment area after the treatment session is completed. Bruising is often more moderate than some of our other cellulite treatment options. You should feel fine to return to your normal activities after about 2 days.
Bruising and swelling may last up to a month, which is when you can expect to see your final results. In most cases, only a single treatment is needed to see the desired cellulite reduction result.
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Written By: Dr. Jennifer Harrington
Dr. Jennifer Harrington is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon and the medical director at SpaVie in Minneapolis. Dr. Harrington is recognized as one of the best female plastic surgeons, and is locally and nationally renowned for bringing the highest standards of medical excellence and aesthetic sensitivity to all procedures of the breast, body and face.
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Last Reviewed: July 8th, 2026
Written By: Dr. Jennifer Harrington
Dr. Jennifer Harrington is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon and the medical director at SpaVie in Minneapolis. Dr. Harrington is recognized as one of the best female plastic surgeons, and is locally and nationally renowned for bringing the highest standards of medical excellence and aesthetic sensitivity to all procedures of the breast, body and face.
More about Dr. Jennifer Harrington | Dr. Jennifer Harrington Reviews
Last Reviewed: July 8th, 2026