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You’re not alone. So many people have those frustrating areas that just don’t go, even when you’re doing everything right.
This guide explains what fat freezing is, how it works, what it involves and whether it could be the boost you’ve been looking for.
Fat freezing, also known as Cryolipolysis, is a non-surgical treatment that targets and removes fat cells for good.
At Air Aesthetics, we use the world’s leading fat freezing technology to help shape and define the body. It’s a simple, effective way to feel more confident without surgery or recovery time.
The fat freezing treatment uses controlled cooling to target the fat cells under your skin. These fat cells freeze, die and are naturally cleared out by your body over time.
Once they’re gone, they don’t come back. The treated area becomes more sculpted as your body naturally removes the dead fat cells.
Yes. CoolSculpting® is the most recognised and trusted fat freezing brand. We use CoolSculpting® Elite which is the upgraded version.
At Air Aesthetics, a recognised centre of excellence, we utilise the powerful CoolSculpting® Elite system. This upgraded technology is designed to treat two areas at once, which means it works faster and delivers better results for our clients. It is a safe, proven, and effective procedure, backed by over 20 million treatments performed worldwide. When you choose CoolSculpting® Elite at Air Aesthetics, you can be confident you’re in expert hands using the best available technology.
CoolSculpting® works best if you’re near 2 stone or 13kg of your ideal weight but have small areas of fat that don’t respond to diet or exercise. If you can pinch the fat, chances are we can treat it. What’s important to know is that it’s not for weight loss, it’s for shaping and contouring your body.
CoolSculpting® can reduce fat in multiple areas. Fat freezing treatment areas include:
CoolSculpting® is a fat freezing treatment that treats subcutaneous fat which sits just under the skin. This is the soft fat you can pinch.
It does not treat visceral fat which lies deeper inside the body. Visceral fat is linked to health and cannot be treated with fat freezing or external contouring.
Fat freezing is not suitable if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have conditions related to cold sensitivity such as Cryoglobulinaemia or severe Raynaud’s.
It may also not be right if you have nerve damage, certain skin conditions or are seeking weight loss. We carry out a full consultation to check if the treatment is right for you.
We always start with a consultation where you can speak to one of our Dr led experts to talk about your goals and treatment options. In this consultation you’ll be able to ask any questions that you have, we will share with you before and after fat freezing results that we have achieved with our clients and we will build your tailored treatment plan.
During the session we apply a gel pad and then place the applicator on the area you want treated. You’ll feel pulling and cold at first but it quickly goes numb.
Most clients relax during the session. You can read, check your phone or catch up on work. A typical session takes around 35 minutes per area.
Fat Freezing Arms Before and After
Fat Freezing Stomach Before and After
Yes. CoolSculpting® is FDA cleared and supported by more than 100 clinical studies.
It has built-in safety features like Freeze Detect® that monitor your skin temperature and stop the treatment if needed. Your skin is protected at all times.
You may have mild redness, swelling, bruising, tingling or numbness in the treated area. It might feel firm or tender for a few days.
These effects are normal and show the treatment is working. They usually go within days or weeks and won’t stop you from doing your usual activities.
PAH is a rare side effect where fat cells in the treated area increase rather than shrink. It shows as a firm, painless lump under the skin.
It’s very uncommon and not harmful to your health. It can be corrected with further treatment such as liposuction. Choosing a trusted clinic like Air Aesthetics helps reduce the risk even further.
CoolSculpting® can reduce fat in the treated area by up to 27 percent after just one session. Results are long lasting and give you a more defined shape.
Some people start to see changes from four to six weeks after treatment. The most visible results appear after two to three months.
Your body keeps clearing fat cells for up to six months.
Yes. Once the treated fat cells are removed they do not come back.
If you gain weight the remaining fat cells can still grow so it’s important to keep a healthy lifestyle to maintain your results.
Costs vary depending on your body goals and the number of areas treated.
At your consultation we’ll create a tailored treatment plan and give you a clear price of what fat freezing costs with no hidden extras.
Fat freezing (CoolSculpting®) is non-invasive and gives a gradual, natural result with no interruption to your daily life as it doesn’t require any recovery time.
Liposuction is a surgical procedure with downtime and more risk. It can remove more fat in one go but comes with longer recovery.
The right clinic makes all the difference. At Air Aesthetics we’re a multi-award-winning Centre of Excellence and our Doctor-led team has performed over 14,000 CoolSculpting® treatments.
Your plan is always tailored and your treatment delivered with precision and care.
Yes fat freezing does work to reduce fat. It is clinically proven to reduce fat in treated areas by up to 27 percent after one session.
Once the fat cells are removed they do not return. The result is permanent if you maintain your weight.
Fat freezing is not usually painful. You feel pulling and cold at first but the area goes numb quickly. After that you should feel very little.
The number of fat freezing session that you will need depends on your goals and the area being treated. In your complimentary consultation we’ll confirm everything and answer any further questions that you have.
After 1 week of fat freezing, you may still feel slight swelling or numbness but any redness or bruising will likely be gone. The visible results of fat freezing come later.
CoolSculpting® is the world’s number one fat freezing treatment and is used in over 20 million treatments worldwide.
When it comes to fat freezing vs fat injections. Fat freezing is ideal for larger pinchable areas like thighs or tummy. Injections are better for smaller spots like under the chin.
No recovery time is needed for fat freezing as there is no downtime. After a fat freezing treatment you can go back to your normal day straight after treatment.
No, fat sculpting and fat freezing aren’t the same, even though both target stubborn fat.
Fat freezing (cryolipolysis) works by cooling fat cells to break them down so your body can get rid of them naturally.
Fat sculpting is a broader term and can include treatments like Emsculpt®, which uses electromagnetic energy to build muscle and burn fat at the same time.
Ready to tackle that stubborn fat? Book your fat freezing complimentary consultation at Air Aesthetics and find out how CoolSculpting® Elite can help you feel more confident in your skin.
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