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Cool Sculpting (aka Cryolipolysis/Freeze Sculpting)

Cool Sculpting Candidates

The ideal candidate for Cool Sculpting is one who has stubborn fat that is difficult to get rid of with diet and exercise. Cool Sculpting is suitable for people who are in good overall health, who are more concerned with problem areas rather than body weight loss. This is NOT a weight loss solution! Cool Sculpting can only target Subcutaneous fat (the fat that is in front of the abdominal wall). Visceral Fat is the fat that surrounds your organs and is behind the abdominal wall. This fat can only be addressed through proper diet and exercise.

NOTE: There must be pinchable fat to be able to do a treatment! Generally, if you can pinch it – you can freeze it!

What is Cool Sculpting?

Cool Sculpting (aka: Cryolipolysis or Freeze Sculpting) is an FDA approved, non-surgical fat reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling of subcutaneous fat cells to reshape the body contours. The device REMOVES HEAT from the skin at a constant rate rather than chilling to a particular temperature. This process targets and eliminates stubborn fat.

The fat freezing method involves the controlled cooling of subcutaneous fat cells without damaging any surrounding tissue. When subcutaneous fat is cooled below body temperature but above freezing, the fat undergoes a controlled cell death (apoptosis) followed by a local inflammatory response.

The inflammation starts three days after treatment, peaking at 30 days. Some residual inflammation will be visible up to 90 days with the number of fat cells declining over the 90 days. This localized panniculitis results in a gradual reduction of fat in the treatment area. The dead fat cells are then naturally processed and eliminated by the body’s lymphatic system.

The reason fat freezing is safe is because the cold exposure is not extreme that it immediately kills the fat cells. It is the cold exposure that initiates a natural cell destruction where the cell dies in a safer and more gradual manner over approximately 3 – 4 months

A Word On Results

Cool Sculpting results can be seen as early as 3 weeks after the treatment. The most dramatic results will be visible 3 – 4 months after the procedure. (Tests indicate that the changes are noticeable between 2 – 7 weeks)

Are the results permanent? When a person gains or loses weight, the fat cells simply become larger or smaller through storing fat. The actual number of cells remains the same. Through a fat reduction procedure such as Cool Sculpting, the number of fat cells within the body is reduced so, whatever fat cells you lose through the procedure is gone forever!

Benefits of Freeze Sculpting:

Non-surgical and non-invasive
Short treatment times
No downtime
Good aesthetic results
Minimal side effects
Thermal-related dermal tightening may also occur
No incisions or scars
No anesthesia
No risk of fat embolism
No bleeding problems
No extended post-operative recovery
No post operative medication

In addition, some fat reduction procedures also provide a certain degree of skin tightening as a bonus and counteract the after-effects of lipolysis (i.e., sagging skin).

The salon also offers RF Skin Tightening sessions as an add-on for extreme sagging skin that may be needed for those clients who already have sagging skin from previous weight loss that is not corrected with the Cool Sculpting treatments. If you already have sagging skin, it is highly recommended that RF treatments be done PRIOR to Freeze Sculpting.

Please remember: This procedure is for FAT REDUCTION not WEIGHT REDUCTION! It is important to follow a sensible diet and exercise regimen.

Contraindictions

Neuropathic disorders (ie: post-herpetic neuralgia or diabetic neuropathy) Cryoglobulinemia or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria
Known sensitivity to cold such as cold urticaria or Raynaud’s disease
Bleeding disorders / use of blood thinners
Pregnancy / lactation
Active implanted device such as a pacemaker or defibrillator
Impaired peripheral circulation in the area to be treated
Impaired skin sensation
Open infected wounds
Recent surgery or scar tissue in the area to be treated (scar tissue can be reduced through RF sessions prior to a Freeze Sculpting procedure
Hernia or history of hernia in the area to be treated
Skin conditions such as Eczema, dermatitis or rashes

Pricing

Cool Sculpting pricing is based on your body sculpting goals, how many areas/handles are being treated. The more you buy, the more you save!**

Pricing will be discussed during your consultation visit only. Please do not call the salon asking for prices as we are unable to judge what will be needed without first seeing you!

Prepare for Success

The Cool Sculpting (aka: Cryolipolysis and Freeze Sculpting) procedure is a non-invasive body contouring treatment that uses a vacuum applicator to draw in tissue and deliver controlled cooling at the surface of the skin. The procedure is suitable for the spot reduction of fat. It is not a weight-loss solution. Clinical studies have show the results to be proved, noticeable and lasting. As with most procedures, visible results will vary from person to person.

It is common for the treated area to feel bloated and look swollen in the first few days and weeks after a Freeze Sculpting procedure (the length of time varies from patient to patient depending on health, hydration and area being treated).

The suction pressure may cause sensations of deep pulling, tugging and pinching. You may experience intense stinging, tingling, aching or cramping as the treatment begins. These sensations generally subside as the area becomes numb.

After the procedure, the treated area may look or feel stiff and transient blanching may occur (temporary whitening of the skin). You may feel a sense of nausea/dizziness as your body naturally warms and sensation returns to the treatment area. These are normal reactions and typically subsite within minutes.

Bruising, swelling and tenderness can occur in the treated area and may appear red for an hour or two after the applicator has been removed.

There may be a dulling of sensation in the treated area that can last a few weeks after the procedure. Other side effects may include deep itching, tingling, numbness, tenderness, pain, strong cramping and muscle spasms. Some clients may experience a delayed onset of these occurrences. Contact your Freeze Sculpting provider immediately if any unusual side effects occur or if symptoms worsen over time.

You may start to see results as early as three (3) weeks after the Freeze Sculpting procedure. The most dramatic results will be visible after 3-4 months. Your body continues to naturally process the dead fat cells from your body for approximately four months after the procedure.

In rare cases: patients have experienced vasovagal syncope during the treatment and reported freeze burn, darker skin color, hardness, discrete nodules or enlargement of the treatment area. Surgical intervention may be required to correct the enlargement.

Pre-Treatment

7 Days Before: Avoid chemical peels and needling. Come in for Ultrasound Cavitation treatments if necessary as this speeds up the process (your consult appointment will determine if this is required). Drink at least 2L – 3L water daily – Hydration is extremely important for this procedure!

24 Hours Before: Do not drink alcoholic beverages! Do drink at least 2L-3L water daily!

12 Hours Before: Shave the treatment area if required. Do drink at least 2L-3L water daily!

Treatment Day: Avoid wearing perfume and body lotion. Wear comfortable clothing. Avoid caffeine – water is the best choice today!

Pictures will be obtained for clinical records. Pictures may also be used for education/marketing purposes. Identifying marks will be cropped when necessary. These images will be used in your file as a BEFORE image and your MEASUREMENTS will also be taken / recorded for future reference.

Post Treatment

24 Hours After: Avoid hot shower/bath(cold or lukewarm is ok. Avoid Sauna, Hot Tub, Tanning Bed, Hot Sun (anything heat intensive). Maintain a healthy diet regimen and exercise routine. Take a good Collagen Supplement to help maintain cell health. Continue to drink at least 2L-3L water daily.

2-3 Days After: Avoid Saunas, Hot Tubs, Tanning Bed, Hot Sun (anything that is heat intensive). Keep drinking 2L – 3L water to help your lymphatic system flush out all the dead cells and toxins from your procedure. Go for a brisk 20-30 minute walk to help your body flush out the toxins (a bid of cardio goes a long way here). Maintain a healthy diet regimen and exercise routine.

2 Weeks After: Avoid microdermabrasion, chemical peels, needling. Keep drinking 2L – 3L water daily to help your lymphatic system flush out all the dead cells and toxins from your procedure. Continue to take a good Collagen Supplement to help maintain cell health. Continue to go for brisk 20-30 minute walks (cardio workouts) to help your body flush out the toxins. Maintain a healthy diet regimen and exercise routine.

90 Days After: Return to the salon for post treatment assessment. It is at this time that you will decide if a second treatment in the same area is needed. After photos and measurements will be taken at this time to see the true results.