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Belo Beautiful Stories: Celeste Cortesi on Choosing 360° Liposuction Before Miss Universe

By Ysabel Vitangcol on May 23, 2025

She knew all eyes would be on her. In preparation for the global stage, Celeste Cortesi reveals her decision to undergo 360° Liposuction—a move that helped her look and feel her most confident ahead of the Miss Universe 2022 competition.

Celeste Cortesi introducing herself as the Philippine representative for the pageant / Photo by Miss Universe

From Earth to Universe: A New Standard of Confidence

Having competed in Miss Earth before aiming for the Miss Universe crown, Celeste Cortesi was no stranger to pageantry. But stepping up her game meant embracing every opportunity to feel her best.

“I do really take care of my body. I eat very healthy. However, there’s certain stubborn areas that cannot be improved with certain procedures. I still couldn’t get rid of the fat in my arms,” she said. “That’s why I did it.”

Celeste during the National Costume segment of the pageant, flexing her liposuctioned arms. / Photo by Miss Universe

Trusting The Process: Why Celeste Said Yes to Belo

Being in the cutthroat field of beauty, it’s common to feel conscious about one’s image. For Celeste, it’s more than just that: beauty enhancement is not something to be frowned upon.

“We do need to understand that nobody’s perfect. But at the same time, there’s certain insecurities that you can work on, too. And if you have help from doctors, just to help yourself feel more confident, there’s nothing wrong with that.”

The idea of 360° Liposuction came up one morning with Dr. Vicki Belo, and although it was a spontaneous suggestion, it was something Celeste had been contemplating.

“At first, I was scared. It was a major procedure! I knew it was something not to take lightly,” she recalls. “But, I trust Dr. Vicki Belo. We were really working a lot on my confidence and my body before going to Miss Universe.”

Celeste walked through the day of the procedure, which actually happened two weeks before flying to New Orleans, LA for the competition.

“I was guided very well throughout: before the procedure and after the procedure as well. Of course, I wanted to be well-informed about it. Whatever I was feeling or any questions I had, they would always be there to help me out,” she said.

“I was initially scared but it was also a comfortable journey. I just really trusted Dr. Belo – she herself did the procedure. I was awake at that time, but I didn’t feel anything. I felt safe. I never felt like I was in danger or any of that.  Everything went very well, and I’m happy I did it.”

Was she worried about her scars? Celeste said that her healing was quick, her scars minimal having left no visible scabs by the time she competed at Miss Universe 2022.

“After two weeks from the procedure, I was literally on stage and you cannot even see my scars,” she shared. That’s how good Belo is with these kinds of procedures.”

Beyond The Procedure: How Celeste Maintains Her Results

Even after her pageant days, Celeste continues to maintain her form through daily workouts and proper nutrition. Three years after the procedure, her arms still look toned. Proof that results aren’t just from surgery, but also dedication.

“Some people think that it’s a shortcut. But what people don’t know is that after 360° Liposuction, you also have to maintain a certain lifestyle,” Celeste said. “I maintained a lifestyle that I’ve done for years to still have my arms as they are now.”

It’s More Than Aesthetic: How It Changed Her Life

Today, Celeste embraces a body that reflects her inner confidence. With a busy schedule that is composed of running her business, as well as attending events and engagements, she has never felt “more confident and comfortable.”

“My 360° Liposuction for my arms, my confidence really changed. It’s more than the physical appearance,” she said. “Now, every time I wake up in the morning, or every time I look at myself in the mirror, or when I wear certain outfits, I’m like, “yeah! It actually looks amazing and it looks good!”.

“I’m just very grateful that I went through that.”

Why Celeste Turned To Belo For Her Body Goals

Choosing to do the procedure on the same day it was suggested might sound impulsive but for Celeste, it was an easy decision.

“Belo is the best when it comes to Liposuction. I knew that I was 100% in good hands,” she said. “The way Belo does it, you can really see the change, and also the shape of it. It’s not just removing the fats, but also giving a certain shape to your arm that is in perfect harmony with your body. That’s what I really liked.”

With results that speak for themselves and a confidence boost to match, Celeste’s spontaneous decision turned into one of her best yet—proving that when it comes to beauty done right, Belo always delivers.

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