CoolSculpting has been toning people’s bodies for over a decade. The best candidates for this popular non-surgical cosmetic treatment are people who watch what they eat and exercise but still have layers of stubborn fat.
Years of studies and patient experience have shown where these pockets of difficult-to-remove fat usually accumulate.
This article presents nine CoolSculpting areas that are FDA-approved for the treatment.
Can You CoolSculpt Your Entire Body?
CoolSculpting targets localized fat cells in nine localized body areas. It does not treat the entire body or remove fat outside these nine regions. However, multiple sessions can help remove excess fat in different body areas, delivering a full-body contouring look.
Depending on the treatment area and size, you can lose between 20% and 80% of fat. For example, you can remove up to 80% of fat in smaller body regions but reduce around 25% of fat in larger body areas. You may also need several touch-up appointments to achieve the desired goal.
What Areas of the Body Can CoolSculpting Treat?
CoolSculpting is a cosmetic treatment that freezes and destroys fat cells permanently. It is FDA-approved to treat fat-prone areas resistant to diet and exercise.
Fat on the following body areas responds well to CoolSculpting:
1. CoolSculpting the Abdomen
Abdominal or belly fat is a nuisance for both men and women as it limits movement, makes it difficult to zip your clothes, and lowers self-esteem.
If the fat bulges on your belly are pinchable, not bigger than three inches, and move around, CoolSculpting is an excellent treatment for you. It tones the abdomen and helps you achieve a 20-25% fat reduction. Results become noticeable after two months, and most patients need two to three sessions to achieve the desired look. Initially, the provider may focus on the lower abdomen and treat the entire area during follow-up sessions.
Note that CoolSculpting helps to reduce visible subcutaneous belly fat and not visceral fat surrounding your abdominal organs.
2. CoolSculpting the Thighs
CoolSculpting for thighs is a popular choice among women, especially if you wish to get a thigh gap and get rid of thigh chafing. The treatment also targets saddle bags—bulges of fat on the outer thighs.
You may need a few treatments to achieve finely sculpted thighs since one treatment reduces up to 25% of thigh fat. The thighs start slimming down within three weeks of the procedure, but more noticeable changes occur after three to six months. As the body gradually eliminates the fat, leaner, tighter, and better-sculpted legs are revealed.
Note: Learn more about what causes inner thigh fat and how to eliminate it.
3. CoolSculpting the Flank Area
Flanks, love handles, or muffin tops are among the most popular CoolSculpting treatment areas, especially for men. These persistent fat bulges above the hips look unattractive in tight-fitting clothing. CoolSculpting can significantly reduce fat in this area, leading to a more sculpted and leaner look.
The treatment gradually reduces fat as the body metabolizes dead fat cells. You can also pair it with treatments that target nearby areas, such as the abdomen, back fat, or bra fat.
4. CoolSculpting Under the Buttocks
CoolSculpting is effective for baggy fat under the buttocks, also called banana rolls. The treatment reduces fat in this area, creating a smoother line from the buttocks down the rest of the leg.
The stubborn fat bulges under the buttocks start slimming within two to three weeks after the treatment. However, results gradually become more prominent after eight to twelve weeks. Most patients are satisfied with the results after two to three sessions.
5. CoolSculpting Back Fat
CoolSculpting’s fat-freezing technology can effectively reduce back fat by targeting one or more areas. No exercises specifically target these areas of the body and that’s where CoolSculpting comes in. Patients typically lose up to 25% of back fat per treatment, and the results become visible within six to twelve weeks.
The three locations on the back that are particularly prone to fat accumulation are:
- Lower back between the love handles
- Mid-back fat bundles
- Armpit fat
6. CoolSculpting Bra Fat
Bra fat or bra bulge is particularly frustrating and difficult to remove with diet and exercise alone. The fat-freezing procedure utilized in CoolSculpting addresses this problem and effectively reduces fatty tissue in the underarm area.
The first results appear within six to eight weeks, becoming more noticeable after two to three months. You may require multiple sessions to further eliminate unwanted fat and maintain the desired appearance.
7. CoolSculpting the Upper Arms
People with lumpy fat around the upper arms are good candidates for an upper arm CoolSculpting procedure. Toning and tightening the upper-arm area can make the biceps and triceps more prominent, especially if you exercise regularly or have a naturally muscular physique. One CoolSculpting session can permanently slim down the under-arm area by up to 25%.
The treatment may not be as effective for sagging underarms, so experts do not recommend it to patients who have recently lost a lot of weight.
Note: Discover 12 alternative methods to tighten loose skin on arms.
8. CoolSculpting Under the Chin
The small pocket of fat underneath the chin, popularly called “double chin,” is infamous for ruining one’s profile. The smallest CoolSculpting applicators effectively freeze fat cells under the chin, delivering a contoured neck.
The neck and chin area become more defined as early as three weeks after the treatment, but the results become more noticeable after one to three months. Patients typically need more than one session for maximum benefits.
Note: You can also eliminate double chin with Kybella. Find out the differences between CoolSculpting and Kybella to determine which suits you better.
9. CoolSculpting Under the Jawline
CoolSculpting helps you contour and define the jawline, reducing layers of stubborn fat that accumulate over time. The fat-freezing technology sharpens the jawline, achieves a more structured look, and is especially popular among men who want a more chiseled look.
The results appear gradually within the first several weeks as the body slowly eliminates excess fat. The outcome becomes more noticeable within two to three months after the first session.
Note: Read about other jawline contouring treatments.
How Many Areas Can I CoolSculpt at Once?
The CoolSculpting® Elite device with C-shaped applicators can simultaneously treat several body areas. Two applicators per machine with seven different shapes and sizes can target up to four areas in one session.
Discuss the most effective and comfortable treatment solution with your chosen provider. Different medical spas use different applicators and machines and may decide to focus on one area per session to ensure safety and optimal results.
Conclusion
Our medical cosmetics experts at Vibrant Skin Bar have years of experience contouring any of the nine most popular CoolSculpting areas. They will be happy to talk to you about your expectations for the procedure, give you a personalized CoolSculpting plan to reach your desired results, and explain to you whether CoolSculpting helps with weight loss.
Contact us for more information about CoolSculpting and weight loss strategies.
