1-IS Coolsculpting(Cryolipolysis) weight loss worth doing?

What Is Coolsculpting?

First things first: Coolsculpting is described as a “fat-freezing fat reduction” procedure. It’s noninvasive and has very little downtime, so doctors often position it as an alternative to liposuction. Scientifically known as cryolipolysis, the process involves using a vacuum-like applicator to suction targeted areas of fat. Then it deep-freezes your fat cells, which eventually causes them to die and be naturally expelled via your lymphatic system. (Yep, that's exactly as it sounds.)

It’s cleared to work on the following areas: under your chin and jawline; on your thighs, abdomen, and flanks (i.e., "love handles"); for bra fat; and underneath your buttocks and upper arms. The caveat is that you have to have enough fat for the applicator to adhere to. Appointments are about 45 minutes long, and—at least in our experience—the procedure wasn't painful.

The sensation when the applicator suctions on to your skin is extremely cold at first, but your skin numbs, almost like when your foot falls asleep. After they remove the machine, they quickly massage out the frozen area of fat, which  agree is the worst part. Before you know it, it's over. In total, we did three appointments: one for my chin and two for my abdomen, spaced six weeks apart.

It’s now been two years since I had Coolsculpting, and to this day, I am constantly asked whether or not I would do it again. The short answer is yes, and I would probably get my stomach and flanks treated as well. While I loved my Coolsculpting results, there are a few things I wish I had known beforehand to keep expectations in check.

Plan to Get at Least Two Treatments

In theory, you can see a reduction in fat on areas like your stomach, flanks, and chin in as little as one session. But two sessions are ideal for more permanent results. You might even want to book three sessions for larger areas like your abdomen.

It Takes a Few Months to See Results

 You would see the results after my second round. “Twenty to twenty-five percent of fat reduction is expected after two sessions,” doctor says. “Three to six months after the second session is when you’ll really see the results.” Doctor was right; one morning, I looked in the mirror and noticed that my chin and stomach were both noticeably slimmer. But you have to have patience.