Chryotherapy (Cryolipolysis)
A non-surgical fat reduction procedure that uses cold temperatures to reduce deposits of fat in targeted areas
Directly translates to 'cold' (cryo) 'fat' (lipo) 'destruction' (lysis)
How it Works
'Fat freezing' technique that targets subcutaneous fat and fat cells, through a non-invasive procedure, reducing stubborn flabby areas and providing you with a leaner, more toned appearance
Fat is more susceptible to cold injury than any of our bodies' other tissue types, meaning no other cells will be damaged in the process, including the skin or underlying tissue
A few days after treatment, the cooled fat cells die, then over the next several months, macrophages (a type of white blood cell that cleans up the immune system) digests the dead fat cells and removes them from the body via lymph drainage
When the crystallised cells have left your body after about 8-12 weeks, you will notice a considerable reduction in the fatty area of that part of your body
Areas That Can Be Treated
Stomach (Upper or Lower)
Love Handles/ Flanks
Inner Thighs
Outer Thighs
Arms
Chin
Benefits
Unlike Liposuction, this procedure does not require anaesthesia or come with the risks of infection or bleeding
FDA approved
No down-time or recovery time necessary
Targets fat in areas more challenging to remove with diet and exercise alone, especially as we age and our body's ability to remove subcutaneous fat decreases over time
Process
During the treatment, a gel pad will be applied to the target area
You may initially feel a cooling sensation, or slight tugging at the skin from the vacuum drawing on the fatty tissue, but any uncomfortable sensations subside within 5 to 10 minutes as the target area becomes numb
Treatment takes around 35 minutes for each application, and sometimes multiple applications are necessary to cover one area
For example, 4 or more applications may be needed to ensure even fat removal from the entire belly
During the treatment you may relax, nap, work, read, etc.
Results
Results can be seen as early as 3 weeks, with maximum benefit seen at around 3 months after the procedure as your body flushes out the dead fat cells
Average fat reduction is within 10% to 25% per round of treatment
You may only need one session to have satisfactory results
Results are lasting as the procedure destroys the fat cells, so they will not return. A 2016 study even found that the effects can last from 6-9 years.
Who is a Good Candidate
The ideal candidate for this procedure is already close to their goal weight, but has stubborn, pinchable areas of fat that are difficult to get rid of solely with diet and exercise
Intended for fat loss, not weight loss
NOT suitable for anyone pregnant or breastfeeding
NOT recommended for people with cold-induced conditions, such as Raynaud's disease, or people with skin disorders
Preparation
Recommended not to eat a full meal just before or after treatment
Recommended to avoid alcohol or caffeine the day of the treatment