By now we can all agree that weight-loss is no easy feat. It requires dedication and self-discipline. Not everyone is built for a journey like that, so each year hundreds of thousands of people resort to cosmetic procedures to get rid of unwanted fat. One of the most common procedures to target that unwanted fat is liposuction, which requires patients to go under the knife.
The new kid on the block, CoolSculpting, gives liposuction a run for its money. Although it is not considered a “weight loss” procedure, it does rid your body of fat cells in specific areas.
CoolSculpting is one of the latest cosmetic procedures to hit the market. Also known as cryolypolysis, it is a non-surgical contouring procedure in which a plastic surgeon uses a machine to freeze the fat cells under the skin. The liver naturally disposes of the fat cells once they are frozen and essentially destroyed. The procedure is said to work for both men and women, however, it really depends on your body.
The CoolSculpting brand considers this an ideal treatment for people with stubborn fat, those who have tried dieting and exercise to no avail. Again, it’s a local procedure, so it will only affect the targeted areas, leaving fat cells in any part of the body that is left alone. Body regions where CoolSculpting is considered effective and safe for