The safety and effectiveness of low-level light therapy (LLLT) with light-emitting diode (LED) bed system and a novel topical anti-cellulite gel on grades 1–2 thigh/buttock cellulite: a randomized, comparative-controlled split-thigh/buttock IRB study

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