What is coolsculpting?
Non-invasive fat reduction using controlled cooling.
What is coolsculpting?
Non-invasive fat reduction using controlled cooling.
Also known as
- cryolipolysis
- fat freezing
Quick facts
20–25%
fat reduction per cycle in the treated layer
1 in 138
PAH rate (2023 update)
2–4 months
to see final result
Common reasons people choose this procedure
Approaches and motivations vary by surgeon and patient anatomy. Compare techniques and real outcomes on the main CoolSculpting page.
Alternatives
Liposuction
Surgical alternative with substantially more reduction in one session. Higher cost, downtime, and risk; better for larger volume.
Emsculpt / Emsculpt Neo
Builds muscle and reduces fat via electromagnetic stimulation. Different mechanism — abdominal definition rather than fat reduction alone.
Kybella (submental only)
Injectable fat dissolution, FDA-approved for under-chin fat. Permanent results; significant swelling for 1–2 weeks per session.
SculpSure / TruSculpt
Heat-based fat reduction (vs. CoolSculpting's cooling). Comparable results; different sensation.