How a special shot smooths dimpled skin
Collagenase Clostridium histolyticum for the Treatment of Cellulite in the Buttocks and Thigh: Early Insights From Clinical Practice
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Surprising Findings
Tranexamic acid (1300 mg twice daily) was used anecdotally to reduce bruising in one twin case.
No clinical trials support this use—it’s based on a single twin anecdote, yet it’s being shared as a practical tip among clinicians.
Practical Takeaways
If considering CCH-aaes, ask your provider: 'Are you using the FDA-approved dose for my area? What’s your bruising protocol? Can I see before/after photos of patients with my skin tone?'
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Surprising Findings
Tranexamic acid (1300 mg twice daily) was used anecdotally to reduce bruising in one twin case.
No clinical trials support this use—it’s based on a single twin anecdote, yet it’s being shared as a practical tip among clinicians.
Practical Takeaways
If considering CCH-aaes, ask your provider: 'Are you using the FDA-approved dose for my area? What’s your bruising protocol? Can I see before/after photos of patients with my skin tone?'
Publication
Journal
Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Open Forum
Year
2022
Authors
M. Graivier, David A Hill, B. Katz, K. Boehm, Juliya Fisher, China Battista
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Cellulite is caused by fibrous septae tethering the dermis to underlying fascia, creating dimpling as subcutaneous fat herniates through these structures; enzymatic disruption of these septae can reduce the appearance of cellulite.
The FDA only approved this enzyme injection for the butt, but doctors often use it on the thighs too — with a weaker solution and different injection pattern.
A special enzyme injection breaks up the tough bands under the skin that cause dimples, making the skin look smoother in the butt and thighs.
After getting the cellulite injection, most people get bruises that get less bad with each treatment, but in fair-skinned people, dark spots from bruising can last more than a year.