CoolSculpting is an exciting and innovative approach to fat reduction. Scientists discovered that it is possible to kill off fat cells by subjecting them to freezing temperatures, with no damage to the surrounding tissue. The CoolSculpting applicator is placed on the surface of the skin to cools the tissue just beneath. Fat cells are crystallised and then harmlessly removed by the body’s natural elimination process.

If you are near or at your ideal body weight but bothered by stubborn bulges, then CoolSculpting could be the perfect procedure for you. Skin elasticity will be assessed at your CoolSculpting consultation to ensure that it will reshape to your new contours post-procedure.

CoolSculpting is not intended for removing large quantities of fatty tissue and is definitely not a weight loss solution. Being committed to a healthy lifestyle is important because although the fat cells that are removed are gone for good, if you gain weight then the fat cells that remain can still expand.

We usually advise two sessions for optimal results, and treatment length can vary from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the area(s) to be treated.

CoolSculpting is a completely non-invasive procedure so patients can resume normal activities immediately afterwards, including returning to work or their workouts. You might experience some redness, tingling or numbness in the treatment area but this quickly disappears.

Results aren’t immediate as it works using the body’s normal metabolic processes to remove the destroyed fat cells. Fat bulges become visibly reduced with three weeks with full results evident at three months. Male patients can expect to lose between 25 and 40% of fat with one to two sessions.