Frequently Asked Question

Do all services require a deposit or consultation?

Yes, all first-time clients are required to book a 'Let's chat' session regardless of service type.

How does this all work?

Beautification is a process of improving the appearance of a person. When you feel better, you do better. Once you have booked a consultation, you have begun the journey towards a better you.

Do I have to be a California resident?

Yes and No; We offer services as close as the Pacific or as far as the Atlantic. Please be aware that all bookings are based on Pacific Coast Time. Our non-surgical body sculpting services, however, are only offered in California at this time.

Policies for cancellations, payments, and sessions

Life happens and if you need to cancel things sometimes. It's okay, we get it. Abbellimento strongly encourages that if you are to cancel, please stick to a 24-hour courtesy for a free cancelation. If a cancellation is done within 24 hours of an already booked appointment, the client is subject to a $30 cancelation fee. Be mindful and conscious of scheduling as openings fill rapidly. Payments are due at booking for each session following a consultation. For details regarding packages or Installments, please contact us at customercare@abbelli.com

If you are attending an in-person appointment, please arrive at least 15 minutes before the session,

If you are attending phone or virtual, please be available 10 minutes prior to check your web connection, cell reception, sound, and camera to discover a spot without any interruptions.

Life Coaching & Close Contact 

What’s the difference between coaching and therapy?

Knowing our client's needs helps us improve the services that we provide. Coaching is focused on the client's goals and preferences. Therapy is about the advisement and diagnosis. It helps someone who is dealing with mental health-related symptoms that may cause distress in their everyday lives( i.e. depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, etc.). Coaching provides the individual with the understanding of where they are in the moment and helps to untangle uncertainty or desiring next steps (i.e. career change, gaining motivation, achieving dreams, self-care, etc.). 

Can I have a coach and a therapist at the same time?

Yes, please do! Did you know that coaching and therapy are centered around two different parts of your mental health; so many people have both! When dealing with something that may bother you in your daily functioning; People utilize a therapist. When having a million-dollar idea but feeling stuck and needing guidance on how to formulate or execute your plan; People utilize coaching.

What is Close Contact?

Close contact is a platonic service provided by our skilled professionals to promote wellness, be a sounding board, and a trusted companion who will not judge you. This service is conducted in two ways: 

Empathetic Listening: Virtual session for clients seeking a remote option

Close Contact: In-person companionship for clients seeking a hand-on approach

What should I expect in a session?

During our sessions, a client should expect to be their true selves. As a resource for your healing being authentic, empathetic, and easy to talk to lays the groundwork for a production process. 

Three aspects of cognition are emphasized:

Automatic thoughts 

Cognitive distortions

Underlying beliefs or schemas

Body Sculpting 

By what other names are Ultrasonic Cavitation referred to? 

Ultrasound Cavitation; Cavitation; Ultra Cavitation; Body Contouring; Body Sculpting.

Is Ultrasonic Fat Cavitation a safe procedure? 

Yes, it is a safe, FDA-approved, comfortable, and non-invasive procedure with virtually no side effects. It does not require anesthesia, leaves no scars, and does not require any post-treatment. The ultrasound energy is designed to target fatty tissues beneath the skin only and does not affect the blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissues.

Is the procedure painful?

No, the treatment is painless. A slight tingling sensation or buzzing in the ear may sometimes be felt during the treatment. Some heat sensations may also be felt during treatment but no pain. Any slight reddening of the skin which may sometimes develop during or soon after treatment quickly disappears, some report a ‘post workout’ type of soreness.

On which parts of the body is the treatment most beneficial? 

Thighs (saddlebags)

Abdomen (love handles/pouch)

Hips (flanks)

Buttock

Back

Upper arm

Areas of localized fat

How long is a treatment session? 

Treatment times may vary depending on the area being treated but a typical session will last between 30 minutes to an hour.

Do I have to be a California resident to receive services?

For body sculpting? Yes, at the moment we are only servicing local clients. If you are seeking to book for special occasions, please contact us at bookme@abbelli.com

Does it work on Cellulite?

Yes, low-frequency ultrasound (40kHz) generally works well on cellulite by focusing the ‘cavitation effect’ on the superficial fat tissue. The best results are obtained when the ultrasound is applied in conjunction with the ‘radio frequency (RF) and Vacuum Therapy, which helps to tighten and tone the skin and break up pinched fascia that creates the dimpling effect.

Where are fat cells stored?

Fat is stored primarily as triglycerides inside adipocyte cells located between the muscles and skin. The numbers of fat cells are the same regardless of a person’s weight but the size of the cells can vary greatly.

What instant result can I expect?

The ultrasonic cavitation treatment will often yield immediate results that you can feel, touch, and see and it can be long-lasting. However, more significant results will be noticed throughout a series with optimal results at the end.

What long-term results can I expect with ultrasonic cavitation? 

You can achieve ‘volume reduction’ of fatty tissues and ‘toning of the body'. The results are gradual over several weeks as your body clears the broken-down fatty tissues. The results can be long-lasting provided you follow a healthy diet and exercise program. However, it is very easy to deposit fat again into the tissues if one over-eats, consumes too much alcohol, or lives a sedentary lifestyle. Ultimately the result may vary depending on the individual’s different tissue structure, treatment area, age, metabolism, medication, and changes in hormones.

Can I lose weight with Ultrasonic Cavitation?

Fat Cavitation is not an obesity treatment nor is it a weight loss procedure. Rather is a method for ‘reshaping’ and ‘toning’ the body. It is particularly intended to reduce localized fat tissues that are resistant to exercise around the abdomen (love handles), buttocks, and thighs (saddlebags), which won’t easily go away by simple dieting and exercise.

Are there any side effects with this treatment?

There are virtually no side effects. However, on rare occasions, there may be a slight possibility of mild side effects such as transient redness, excessive thirst, or nausea immediately after the treatment which is invariably resolved by drinking water. These are all short-term effects that disappear in a few hours.

What Guidelines should I follow pre-treatment and, post-treatment?

Drink plenty of water. Drinking water is a necessary part of the treatment to facilitate the elimination of the broken-down fat. Maintain a healthy diet to ensure that the energy released by the treatment is properly utilized and metabolized by the body. After the treatment patients can return to their daily activities as usual.

What are the ‘contraindications’ with Ultrasonic Cavitation?

Ultrasonic cavitation treatment is not for everybody. Even though it is a safe and painless procedure, nevertheless there are contraindications to using cavitation devices for the treatment of localized fat. Such contraindications will depend on the individual’s medical history. Thus people with kidney failure, liver failure, heart disease, carrying a pacemaker, pregnancy, lactation, etc. are not suitable candidates for cavitation treatment.

Are the results of ultrasonic cavitation similar to liposuction?

Ultrasonic cavitation can be considered as a treatment alternative to surgical liposuction. Both treatments are designed to reduce fatty tissues. However, Liposuction is ‘invasive’ while Ultrasonic Cavitation is non-invasive it is the first and only FDA-cleared, non-invasive body-shaping procedure to use focused, pulsed ultrasound energy to selectively destroy fat cells.