What Everyone Is Saying About Fat Freezing

What Everyone Is Saying About Fat Freezing

If you haven’t heard about CoolSculpting, fat freezing or likewise, you’ve probably been living under a social media-proof rock (and we can’t really blame you, considering how much rubbish gets released online these days). But whether you’re familiar with the concept of fat freezing or not, everyone has been buzzing about it day and night – and here’s why.

How does CoolSculpting work?

So, how does fat freezing work? In a nutshell, the name is very accurate, as the procedure does indeed freeze fat cells. During the procedure, a qualified practitioner will use rounded applicators which come in several different sizes, to suction the skin, kind of like a vacuum. These paddles then start crystallizing your fat cells – and don’t worry, the surrounding tissues won’t be affected. If performed correctly, the procedure doesn’t result in any significant discomfort – if anything, you will experience some localized tingling and numbing akin to being out in the cold without a jacket.

Best of all, you’ll be out the door in just a few hours (depending on the area(s) treated), and there is no downtime involved.

Over the next couple of months, the frozen and now dead fat cells will be removed by your body naturally, just like any other waste – and you’ll see full results then, although it’s not uncommon to start noticing significant changes sooner.

Imagine being able to undergo a liposuction type of procedure without scary surgery, some kind of a non-invasive treatment that would magically melt the fat in problem areas, boosting your self-confidence and eliminating the need for going under a knife. Sounds too good to be true? Well, it’s not, since CoolSculpting, or cryolipolysis, does just that.

Who is a good candidate for fat freezing?

According to most practitioners, fat freezing is only generally recommended for those seeking mild improvements in stubborn areas that aren’t responsive to conventional interventions, such as a combination of adequate nutrition and exercise. As a rule of a thumb, CoolSculpting won’t generally be recommended to those carrying over a stone of excess weight. Some practitioners may set the plank a bit higher, some – a bit lower, and there are also individual differences to consider, but it’s a good ballpark estimate for most people when deciding whether fat freezing is the best approach at a given point of time.

Moreover, someone committing to fat freezing should ideally be permanently committed to quality nutrition and regular physical activity.

Lastly, whilst the procedure is cheaper than most surgical interventions, the costs involved can still be a barrier for some individuals. This is especially true since a single procedure is sometimes not enough, and one may need to commit to several sessions a couple of months apart to see the desired results.

Fat freezing reviews

Despite some disadvantages and possible complications, which arguably any treatment has, fat freezing is a great option for many individuals – which is probably why everyone is talking about it!

For instance, Carrie Dilluvio went through a CoolSculpting session as a part of the E! News investigation, and these are the results she has experienced: “After about 10 days post-procedure, all the tenderness was finally gone, and my skin felt so tight. I noticed not only my tummy but the areas around it have become flatter and looked and felt tighter. There isn't as much there to pinch anymore! Despite the slight tenderness after the CoolSculpting, I would 100 percent do this again and actually really want to. I would also recommend this to anyone thinking about doing CoolSculpting that already lives and plans to continue to live a healthy lifestyle. I noticed a difference after only one treatment. For perspective, most people do it a few times for maximum results, which I totally believe would transform someone's body.”

Another patient Dana mentioned in her interview to Best Products that the discomfort was negligible: “I felt the chilling for a few minutes and then I didn't feel much else at all. I Snap Chatted myself freezing fat to my friends and checked emails. […] After my appointment was over, I went straight to my office like nothing had ever happened”.

So, according to Dana, it was all gain with none of the pain: “Two weeks passed, and I already started noticing a difference in my arms and hips. The skin was tighter, and I felt slimmer, too. Results are supposed to increase over time, and I'm still seeing changes. I just went back for my second session (about one month after the first) to have a repeat of what I had done initially. Bring it on! During my massage after the second session, I realized my skin felt more tender than it did the first time, but by day two, I saw significant skin-tightening on my arms and hips again!”

Another Best Products interviewee Danny emphasized the importance of good nutrition and exercise whilst undergoing a fat freezing treatment course: “After my first appointment, I fell naturally back into a workout regimen and have been eating significantly more greens than usual. I went to the second one and saw some results already, so was extra excited for the second phase. Same run of show as the first one, but this time around, I knew exactly what to expect. I'm a few weeks out now, and not only do some of my tight shirts fit better already, but I have a better outlook on my personal health.” In other words, if you’re already close to your body composition goal, committing to a series of CoolSculpting procedures may provide not only a slimmer frame, but also that much needed motivation to stick with your programme.

Think fat freezing is only for ladies? Think again, as the procedure is suitable for both men and women, no discrimination against the stubborn muffin tops here! In his interview to Best Products, Patrick told about his stomach-tightening experience with CoolSculpting: “I got my "tune-up" on my stomach area. Each section only took 35 minutes and was, legit, no big deal. The first five to eight minutes were pretty cold as the machine did its magic, but it was bearable. It almost felt like when you get into a pool or the ocean before the water is warm and it kind of takes your breath away for a second. Did I mention I'm a baby? After those initial few minutes, my stomach went numb and I felt nothing. Laura checked on me a bunch of times because I think she felt bad for me. Did I mention I was able to work during the entire procedure? They had a charger for my phone (or your laptop if you need it!) and I could just lay back and catch up on my endless emails”.

So, the procedure was a breeze for Patrick, but what about the results? There you have it: “I was super sceptical about any of this actually working for the first week. After the first week I was noticing a bit of a difference, but nothing crazy. By week two, it was like a switch flipped and the numbness was totally gone, and I noticed my stomach area seemed way smaller. Could this actually have worked?! Fast-forward another two weeks, and I was down a pant size. Fast-forward two more weeks and I'm officially down two pants sizes and, when on the beach, my friends actually noticed I was looking trimmer”.

Conclusion

There are many reasons why everyone is talking about fat freezing, as this safe, effective, non-invasive treatment is perfect for those wanting to shed a few centimetres in stubborn areas which aren’t responsive to conventional lifestyle interventions no matter how hard you try.

Hope you found this material helpful and can make a more informed decision about potentially trying a fat freezing treatment!