Is Qwo more effective than other cellulite treatments?ther more invasive procedures use cutting techniques to sever the connective bands. Lasers, radiofrequency, retinol creams and more all claim to minimize cellulite’s appearance. But how does Qwo compare?
“None of these things have been shown to be very effective,” Henderson said. “We don’t have a great clinical solution for cellulite so far, so the fact we have seen [Qwo] work in other parts of the body makes this an intriguing possibility.”Qwo’s website lists its possible side effects, which include injection site bruising, pain, redness, swelling and allergic reactions.
“The downside is, when you have that much extensive bruising, almost always it usually just goes away but it can take weeks to a month to look like skin again. A small percentage of people can have hemosiderin staining, which stains the skin dark. That’s not been associated with Qwo, but is possible with extensive bruising,” she said.
And while the bruising may subside, doctors don’t yet understand if there are long-term consequences of collagenase breaking down collagen in the blood vessels or skin around the injection area.