Fat Freezing – Cryolipolysis

Cryolipolysis or fat freezing  is a non-surgical, non-invasive  fat reducing  treatment. It works best on sculpting fatty areas and body contouring, rather than the whole body. It is not a treatment for obesity, the best results are seen on clients with a BMI of 30 or below, however it can help you with your long-term weight loss goals.

Initially, you will feel suction from the vacuum as the fat is pulled upwards into the applicator head.  The area will then start to feel cold as it is frozen to -5 degrees.  You may experience stinging or tingling and as expected, some numbness.  Most people soon get used to the sensation and read a magazine and relax during their weight loss treatment.

Once the fat freezing treatment is over and the applicator head has been removed, the area will be firmly massaged and the skin will soon warm up again.

Although Fat Freezing is a safe and non-invasive weight loss treatment, you may experience some side effects. These may include:

• Localised numbness which may last for up to 2 weeks.
• The area can feel cold and firm and may be slightly red.
• Some bruising of the treatment area that can last for up to 5 days.

Each person is different and will see their fat freezing (cryolipolysis) results at different times: it is completely dependent on your own body’s reaction time.  Results can be seen from 3 weeks to 3-6 months.

Our complimentary shockwave treatment offered straight after cryolipolysis treatment reduces the time you have to wait to see results by half.

Results from a fat freezing procedure will be permanent or long-lasting as long as you maintain a healthy lifestyle.  If you gain weight after the treatment, it will be all over your body and not just in that area as 20-40% of the fat cells have been removed from that area.

It is good to see Cryolipolysis as part of a bigger picture, where you are committed to becoming healthier, have a good diet, don’t drink excess alcohol regularly and take some regular exercise as well as ensuring your body is well hydrated.

Most people can be treated with fat freezing but we always recommend you have a consultation with a trained and experienced practitioner to discuss your concerns, expectations and medical background.

It is important you feel confident that you have chosen a treatment that is right for you.

You may have other areas of concern such as loose skin or cellulite, which we can also work on after one week break following your treatment.  This will be discussed at consultation to make sure all your concerns are being treated.

We cannot offer fat freezing if you have any of the following medical conditions:

• Pregnant or breast-feeding.
• Heart conditions or Pacemaker
• Have or ever had Thrombosis or Thrombophlebitis
• Have or ever had cancer
• Diabetes
• Epilepsy
• Auto-Immune conditions
• Heavy water retention

Cryolipolyisis is not a treatment for obesity.  Cryolipolysis works best on sculpting areas rather than the whole body, however, we are here to help you with your long-term weight loss goals.  Best results are seen on clients with a BMI of 30 or below.

• No alcohol 24 hours before or after treatments
• No caffeine 2 hours before or after treatments
• Drink at least 2 litres of water per day for at least 5-7 days
• Don’t eat a heavy meal 2 hours before treatment
• Follow a healthy balanced diet to maintain or decrease your weight as desired.