Both women and men agree - excess stomach fat makes most people feel unattractive and old before their time. Worse, a too-big belly isn't only a health concern - it's also an impediment to your quality of life. What activities do you avoid because of your tummy? What would you do differently if your stomach was flat and toned?

Stop thinking about the "what ifs" and take action. When paired with better eating,
these belly-busting treatments can make a very real difference.

Lose Up to 20 Pounds in a Month with Electrotherapy
You can burn between 600 and 900 calories during your hour-long ForeverSlim treatment. The customizable, relaxing experience encourages your muscles to continuously contract, working on areas of the body - especially the stomach - that are the hardest to address. The treatment leaves muscles toned and skin tighter after just one treatment and, when combined with healthy eating, can leave your body thinner, cellulite free, strong and confident. Whittle your waist while losing inches from your thighs and bra-bulge area - and lift and tone your rear, too. Call for current promotions. Available from ForeverSlim SCV. 313-4878

Vanquish Up to 60 Percent of Fat Cells with Targeted Heat
Vanquish is a focused field radio-frequency device that selectively targets fat below the skin with heat energy. It destroys fat cells without harming the surface skin or underlying tissues. The treatments are very comfortable and no anesthetic is needed. It feels like a giant heating pad! Vanquish delivers heat energy to the fatty layer, causing the destruction of up to 60 percent of the fat cells. Fat cells are then further broken down by the body, filtered by the lymphatic system, metabolized and eliminated. Available from Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Care. 254-3686

Drop Two Sizes in Six Weeks with Ultrashape
You can drop up to two sizes in three quick treatments two weeks apart with Ultrashape. Ultrashape is the first and only FDA-cleared non-surgical procedure that uses pulsed, focused ultrasound for fat destruction. Ultrashape painlessly and permanently destroys fat cells without harming surrounding skin, nerves or blood vessels. Treatments take one hour or less and leave no visible signs of treatment. All you're left with are smooth, contoured results seen as early as two weeks. Clinical study showed 94 percent of people were satisfied with their results. Available from DermaCure of Valencia. 257-8400

Remove Mid-section Sag with a Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck procedure is mainly done to address mid-section sagging often associated with deposits of excess belly fat that appear to be resistant to exercise and diet. Yet, many tummy tuck patients are those who have already lost this belly fat, but simply need to fix their excess loose skin. A tummy tuck procedure often does not need to be accompanied by liposuction because the fat has already been removed from the area naturally. Many women who have recently had a baby opt for tummy tuck procedures because they can combat the loose skin that forms as a result of a rapidly-contracting belly.
Available from Beverly Hills Physicians. 249-4040

Bridal Beauty:
Your Body Waxing
Heather Nelson of WAX called the Brazilian "the best wedding present that keeps on giving," adding that some women want to surprise their fiance or a try a new style for the nuptials.

Waxing should be done no closer than three days before the wedding; it's also prudent to follow the "no tanning for two days before" rule. To plan waxing sessions, start from the wedding day and count backwards: a first-time wax works best with four weeks of solid growth and repeat waxing tends to thin the new growth. Clients new to waxing might want to take a mild over-the-counter painkiller 30 minutes before their appointment and make sure they are well-hydrated.

On the ladies, areas exfoliated include the face (brows, nose, upper lip and chin), nape of the neck, shoulders, underarms, arms, hands, bikini area, legs and toes; gentlemen tend to the unibrow, nose, ears, beard line, shoulders, chest, back, abs, arms, the genital area, fingers and upper thighs.
644-4346

G-Spot Enhancement Now Possible via Quick & Painless In-office Procedure
The G-Spot Enhancement is a painless office procedure performed under local anesthesia. The actual injection usually takes less than 15 seconds and the total time in the examination room is usually less than 15 minutes. The G-Spot Enhancement procedure augments (enlarges) the G-Spot. This results in a G-Spot about the size of a quarter in width, and one fourth of an inch in height. In a recent study, 87 percent of women had a noticeable response. In the consultation process, Dr. Poucher will educate you on the G-Spot and how to localize it. After the procedure, there's no recovery time needed - you'll be ready to get on with your day! The next day you can resume romantic activity. Results for the G-Spot Enhancement last four months to eight months.
Aesthetic Center of Santa Clarita 312-0497