Cryolipolysis: the basic principle of Coolsculpting
The basic idea is that fat cells (adipocytes) or fat cells are more sensitive than other cells in the body to intense cold. Indeed, this phenomenon was first observed in the 19th century among women riding in winter. After numerous research studies in this direction, the scientific community has finally confirmed that exposure (previously determined in intensity and duration) to extreme cold leads to apoptosis (a term that we will explain below) of the adipocytes. They found the solution on how to get rid of fat cells without surgery.
How to get rid of fat cells without surgery by freezing them
With the theory confirmed and the scientists’ task completed, the question then arises: how to put it into practice?
This is where the engineers, and more specifically Professor Rox Anderson’s team, who developed Coolsculpting, come in.
Initial observations suggested that cold can reduce the size of small localized fatty areas. This is what led to the discovery of the phenomenon of apoptosis, namely death, fat cells, fat storage cells. This discovery led two researchers from the Wellman Center for Photomedicine in Boston, to develop a technique to reproduce this natural phenomenon for aesthetic purposes.
The area to be treated is sucked up by an applicator, a kind of big suction cup, equipped with an electrode heat extractor.
Fatty tissues freeze quickly to below zero degrees. It takes 45 minutes of application for this process to cause cell death. These must be eliminated in the following weeks by natural means.
This machine has the FDA (Food and drug administration, the American health agency) approval and CE medical marking, guaranteeing the safety and good manufacturing quality. This technique should only be performed by a doctor, dermatologist, cosmetic doctor or plastic surgeon most often.
The machine is equipped with suction pad applicators according to the configuration of the different areas to be treated. The onboard sensors inform the practitioner about the ideal temperatures according to the thickness of the soft tissues and the body temperature necessary for the destruction of fat cells in order to destroy fat cells without the risk of burns.
Who is this practice of cold slimming intended for?
Cold lipolysis is suitable for people who, without being overweight, want to get rid of unsightly bulges on their stomach, love handles, back, inner thighs. And on areas as difficult to treat as the bra fold, the chin strap, and the buttock strap that makes the figure heavier. So, if you’re overweight or obese, weight loss is recommended – choose a safe and effective weight loss program.
Contra-indications of cryolipolysis: in case of cold pathologies (cold urticaria) or hernia (cold causes harmful contractures).
The technique is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
How does a cryolipolysis session work?
Diagnosis is essential. The doctor studies your silhouette, your skin quality, the thickness of the skin folds, your weight. It will pinch the small areas of fat and define the areas to be treated.
After a series of photos, he places the applicator, connected to the central machine, which sucks up the skin. Cold treatment lasts one hour per zone.
Then redness, small swelling, and discomfort may appear. It is sometimes painful to sleep on the area. But all this disappears within two weeks and in any case, you can go back to normal and resume your activities.
What are the results after cryolipolysis?
According to the manufacturer, an average of 20% of fat cells are lost. This represents one-third of the treated area in volume terms. On toned or young skin, fat cellulite, of fatty origin, painless and visible when pinching the skin, reacts very well. But cryolipolysis will have no effect on aqueous cellulite related to water retention and poor blood circulation, as well as on very old, hard and painful fibrous cellulite!
The Power shape, a combination of radiofrequency, LED and palpate-roll, or the CelluM6 are then more effective. To tighten the skin of the abdomen, without the risks and consequences of surgery, we can rely on a deep restructuring of the collagen using radiofrequency.
Intended mainly to melt fats located in areas difficult to reach by conventional methods such as diets or sports, this technique attacks, in particular, the adipose tissues of the following areas:
- Flanks;
- Upper back;
- Lower back;
- Abdominal areas;
- Double chin;
- Arms;
- Inner thighs;
- Outside thighs;
- Inside of the knees;
- Under the armpits
- Wrinkles under the buttocks;
- Hip;
- Male gynecomastia.
Sagging skin on the stomach
Collagen fibers support our skin. They give it its firm and young appearance. Unfortunately, collagen naturally degrades with age, causing the skin to sag. Other factors such as pregnancy, significant weight loss or gain, or liposuction, can also lead to sagging skin that tends to fall and wrinkle.
To tighten the skin of the abdomen, depending on the case, one can either intervene on the surface by surgery or act in-depth to stimulate the natural production of collagen using non-invasive technologies.
Reluctant to surgery? Radiofrequency is coming to the rescue!
Radiofrequency has long been used in medicine, including neurosurgery and cardiac surgery. The thermal effect of high frequencies makes it possible to retract the tissues, exactly what it takes to tighten the skin!
The idea of applying it and adapting it to the aesthetic domain is then interesting: in addition to redensifying the released collagen fibers, radiofrequency activates collagenesis, the formation of new collagen by stimulating fibroblast cells, over a period of 6 and 8 months. The long-term results obtained are therefore very interesting.
Moreover, the risks associated with this type of treatment are minimal. All precautions are taken to ensure a comfortable session: expertise, controlled skin cooling, temperature control, etc.
Apart from sometimes a few localized rednesses that disappear in a few hours, radiofrequency is safe and is performed without anesthesia. Depending on your needs identified in a professional clinical assessment, two non-surgical techniques using two different types of radiofrequency may be available to you.
THERMAGE: TIGHTEN THE SKIN ON THE STOMACH IN A SINGLE SESSION
Approved by Health Canada, this unipolar radiofrequency technology heats deep tissues to 65°C in a uniform manner and acts on the three inner layers of the skin (epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis) to restructure collagen fibers and stimulate collagenesis. The radiofrequency is delivered with a tip to the treated area by following a temporary mesh previously applied to the skin. In order to reduce the feeling of heat and improve patient comfort, a cooling system is used alternately with radiofrequency throughout the treatment.
It is important to understand that the heat emitted destroys the bridges between the collagen fibers and somehow “forces” the skin’s natural regeneration mechanism to rebuild new, even stronger bridges. Over time, the skin becomes visibly firmer and tighter.
Particularly indicated following major changes such as pregnancy or weight loss, Thermage has several advantages:
- Improvement of the appearance of cellulite;
- Improvement of skin texture and tone;
- A single treatment lasting one to two hours depending on the area treated;
- Prolonged effect between 1 to 2 years;
- No convalescence or unpleasant consequences
VENUS FREEZE: EXCEPTIONAL SKIN TIGHTENING
This other technology is based on multipolar radiofrequency waves for a synergistic action on two levels:
the radiofrequency acts on the dermis to re-densify collagen and activate the production of neo-collagen by diffusing a constant and uniform heat; pulsed magnetic fields activate the production of lipase, an enzyme that helps to remove fat embedded in fat cells, reducing orange peel skin while reshaping the contours of the silhouette.
The complete treatment is spread over 10 weekly sessions of 30 to 60 minutes each. Venus Freeze™ is equipped with a tip that allows constant movement and thus ensures uniform heat distribution.
The target area is therefore gradually heated to a temperature between 39°C and 45°C, which can be adjusted according to the condition of the skin and the desired results. The most?
- Results are progressive and visible from the 4th session.
- Significant regression of cellulite.
- Ideal for firming mature skin.
Six advantages of tightening the skin with radiofrequency
- Security procedure.
- Skin that looks younger, firmer and toned.
- Scrubbing of the pads and significant reduction of cellulite.
- No convalescence.
- Compatible and effective on all skin types.
- Long-lasting results.
Since time cannot stop definitively and the skin will continue to age, schedule annual maintenance sessions to maintain the results.
Innovative radiofrequency technologies remain interesting because of their non-invasive appearance if the condition of your skin allows it, tightening the skin of the stomach without surgery is certainly possible!
Final thoughts: How to get rid of fat cells without surgery
Cryolipolysis allows getting rid of stubborn and persistent fats in unsightly areas with long-lasting results. The process reproduces the effect of cold on localized curves and induces apoptosis or destruction of adipocytes (fat cells). During the days following the session, the fat cells are eliminated by the lymphatic system…
If you are over 10 kilos overweight, the result will be very moderate, and you may be disappointed. Similarly, yo-yo enthusiasts will have to stabilize their weight if they want to see the results last over time.