Cellulite is caused primarily by a person’s anatomy and affects the majority of women. It is less common in men. Despite excess fat contributing to the appearance of cellulite, liposuction will not help with this condition and may not make the look of the skin any better.  Stretch marks are scars caused by skin stretching beyond its capacity. They usually fade but remain permanent. Vacuuming fat out of the impacted skin doesn’t erase stretch marks, but it may reduce their visibility if the elasticity returns to normal. At the Medical Spa of the Miami Center for Plastic Surgery, there are improved cosmetic procedures to assist with managing cellulite and stretch marks. An outpatient process that offers no invasive techniques, known as Velashape, utilizes radiofrequency energy in addition to infrared light to lessen fat cells and contract skin. Dr. Salloum can make the treated area taut up to 3 inches, potentially decreasing the look of cellulite. Moreover, CO2 laser skin resurfacing may be done to minimize the appearance of stretch marks with minimal healing time and jumpstart collagen production – a potential aid in making cellulite seem less visible beneath the surface.