FAQ

When it comes to body contouring and fat reduction treatments at Great Bodies Beautiful Faces, you can rest easy knowing that the results are permanent for some of our treatments. Once the targeted fat cells are destroyed during a Venus Bliss laser lipo treatment, they are absorbed by your body naturally and have no way of growing back. However, if your lifestyle and eating habits are unhealthy, new fat cells will develop and replace the eliminated ones.

On the other hand, our skin tightening and cellulite reduction services provide you with long-lasting results but not permanent ones. This is because your skin will continue to age and develop cellulite with time. You can always come in for follow-up treatments to address the issue

We have designed all of our treatments for the face and every other part of your body. Each treatment session could last between 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the treatment area and your specific goals. To ensure you see the best possible results, our Wellness Enthusiasts may recommend repeat sessions over a short period.

You can expect to feel nothing more than mild discomfort during our treatments; many people call it a ‘hot stone massage’ type of discomfort. You can expect to feel some heat during the treatment and sometimes afterwards, too. Skin burns could occur in adverse circumstances, but our experts will always ensure you have the safest possible experience at Great Bodies Beautiful Faces.

If you are pregnant, have cancer, liver or kidney failure, coronary artery dysfunction of the heart, arrhythmia or irregular heart rhythm, have a pacemaker, or Grade III obesity, we advise against the treatment. We always recommend consulting with your doctor before starting your treatments if you have any doubts or concerns.

Yes, all our treatments are absolutely safe. They are FDA-approved procedures that offer quality results to our clients without any adverse side effects. Your comfort is always important to us, and we’ve handpicked only those services that provide you with the most convenient and hassle-free experience.

Although FDA-approved and safe, our Venus Concept device treatments do have some possible side effects. These risks are rare but can include:

• Swelling
• Burns and blisters
• Scarring 
• Irregular skin texture 
• Prolonged redness
• Skin Irritation
• Tingling in the treatment area
• Frequent Urination or Bowel Stimulation
• Nodules
• Bruising
• Asymmetry
• Itching

Our FIT Bodywrap devices make you sweat, which could cause dehydration if you’re insufficiently hydrated. Make sure to drink plenty of water before and after your treatments to ensure you don’t experience any adverse effects. 

Our treatments are completely non-invasive and non-surgical. Instead, we rely on advanced technologies like laser, radio frequency, electrical muscle stimulation, and magnetic pulses to deliver results without incisions. This eliminates many risks commonly associated with surgical treatments and makes our procedures safer and more straightforward than surgical options.

It will all depend on the treatment you are receiving. Ideally, we recommend starting your treatment with a detailed consultation session. This allows our Wellness Enthusiasts the opportunity to examine your problem areas, understand your specific concerns and expectations, and suggest the proper treatment for you.

Our team is always happy to answer any questions you may have. They will also help draw up a detailed treatment plan that specifies the number of treatments you will need as well as how often you can come in for your sessions. 

Venus Legacy uses radiofrequency and pulsed electromagnetic fields to stimulate fibroblasts, replace damaged collagen, and boost more collagen in the tissue. 

By increasing the circulation and vascularity of the tissue, the skin has a better supply of nutrients and oxygen. This method is also more affordable and more effective with zero downtime.

On the other hand, CoolSculpting consists of freezing the fat cells, which can be a painful, uncomfortable experience for some. CoolSculpting results can also take months to show up.

AirSculpt is a more invasive treatment. They make a small entry point and then use air pressure to remove the fat cells resulting in a mark when the entry point heals. You may need to take an oral medication to manage the pain and discomfort, plus you will have 1-2 days of downtime before resuming everyday activities.

We recommend that you drink three litres of water staggered over the 48 hours leading up to the treatment and not eat one to two hours before your procedure with us. There is no downtime, so you can resume regular activity once your treatment is over. We recommend drinking at least two litres of water a day for the following 72 hours.

Maintaining a low-calorie, low-carbohydrate, low-fat, and low-sugar diet for 24 hours before your treatment and three days after your treatment will help achieve the best results. It ensures your body utilizes the triglycerides (a type of body fat) released by the fat cavitation process. In addition, avoid sunbathing for one week before your treatment.

A minimum of 20-minutes of elevated heart rate cardio exercise is highly recommended post-treatment and for the following three days. It ensures you effectively burn off the stored fat released by the treatment process. 

If cardio is not your thing, an infrared sauna session is a good alternative. It has a similar effect on the body, and you can schedule daily sessions or as needed. Avoid any abrasive therapy for 2-week before your treatment. 

Among treatments to avoid are - microdermabrasion, dermabrasion, chemical peels, micro peel resurfacing, glycolic acid treatments, lactic acid, kojic acid, salicylic acid, phenol, trichloroacetic acid (TCA), hydroquinone, and other bleaching agents. All of these could intensify sensitivity during your treatment. Wait for at least four months before scheduling a treatment following diode laser, thermal, and non-ablative lasers. 

At Great Bodies Beautiful Faces Huntersville, we pride ourselves on providing our customers with a personalized experience. If you need to cancel your appointment with us, we can do that for you as well. However, we request you inform our team at least 24 hours before so that we can reschedule your appointment time with another client.

Give us a call and let us know if you need to cancel an appointment, and we will be happy to reschedule it to another convenient time of your choosing as well.