I’ve Tried 4 Nonsurgical Body Treatments—Here Are My Honest Thoughts

As an aesthetic editor who gets to research the latest cosmetic treatments, I’m in the unique position to be able to try today’s most effective technologies for tightening, toning and treating the body as soon as they hit the market. What I’ve learned from getting to test-drive various nonsurgical contouring treatments is that “perfecting” anything on my body in my 40s is a stretch.

I’ve also learned that these noninvasive options take patience and are good for treating small target areas of pinchable fat and for moderate tightening and toning, so having realistic expectations is key. Most noninvasive treatments require multiple sessions and continued maintenance to keep results longterm, but I’ve also found they’re very effective for taking care of small bothersome concerns.

Endosphères Therapy

What it is: Using a roller device with 55 silicon spheres, this treatment generates mechanical vibrations to stimulate blood flow and smooth and tone skin. 

What it does: Medical Aesthetician Amy Peterson likes it for encouraging lymphatic drainage, reducing the look of cellulite and improving circulation.

What I thought: The vibrations of the spheres all over my butt and thighs were really relaxing and I noticed an immediate smoothing for days afterward. It really stimulated my lymphatic system as I noticed an increased flushing of toxins the weekend after my treatment. More sessions are needed to see results gradually improve over time and this is a good treatment to combine with other fat-reduction treatments, scrubs and body peels.

EON Radio-Frequency Fat Reduction

What it is: “Using AI technology, the EON is a contactless radio-frequency device that melts fat on the abdomen using a robotic arm without touching the skin,” says Peterson.