Choosing Fat Reduction treatments
Recently, there was a lot of publicity around a number of body contouring and localised fat reduction treatments, in particular Zeltiq CoolSculpting™ treatments in Melbourne and around Australia. We took a risk to compare the well publicised Zeltiq CoolSculpting against our very own MesoSlim and MesoFirm fat reduction and body sculpting procedures.
As we age, fat tends to build up because they tend to lead a more inactive lifestyle. Fat is produced by the body when the diet provides the body with more calories than it needs for general maintenance and its current level of physical activity.
The problem with the body fat is not because it is not good; the problem lies with fat will accumulate in the body parts that generally you don't want it to accumulate in. Body fat in the waist area is not what many people will like to have. It is also not considered to be heart healthy. Interestingly, body fat on the hips and buttocks is not be too much of a bother for many people.
By the way, having sufficient body fat is quite good for your health. That being said, excessive body fat can have health implications if not taken seriously.
For those people who require fat reduction or contouring on specific body parts, body sculpting procedure is the answer
We compare Zeltiq CoolSculpting against MesoSlim and MesoFirm on the following factors:
- Risks of treatments
- Down time after each session
- Cost of procedure or of a treatment plan
- Satisfaction with the results and much more….
Ways to lose excess fat
The most obvious one is the removal of excess fat by consuming fewer calories than the body requires. The body's fat stores will be broken down to address the deficit.
What if you want to address body fat in one specific area?
Even the thinnest of people have a hard time getting rid of certain pockets of fat, such as those stubborn love handles. Targeted fat reduction is usually not possible through diet, or exercise. Those methods will generally reduce fat percentage overall, but you can’t use them to remove fat from specific areas of your body.
Zeltiq CoolSculpting against MesoSlim and MesoFirm
Summary by benefits, technology and treatment price
CoolSculpting review based on http://www.realself.com/coolsculpting-by-zeltiq and other official web sites
| Zeltiq CoolSculpting | MesoSlim | |
| SCIENCE | Cool Sculpting by Zeltiq is a treatment to reduce fat.
The scientific method used in cool sculpting is called "cryolipolysis" which basically means the freezing of fat cells.
During the CoolSculpting procedure, applicator delivers cooling to the treatment area to target underlying fat, leaving surface skin tissue unaffected. When fat cells are exposed to extreme cold, it triggers a process of natural removal, which gradually reduces the thickness of the fat layer. |
MesoSlim procedure is an effective treatment for localised fat reduction.
For treatment to be successful it requires two components
1. A highly effective formulation of minerals, vitamins, algae extracts and medicinal ingredients and 2. A way to deliver the ingredients to fat cells (electroporation or virtual needle mesotherapy) The actives in cocktail work directly on the fat cells, penetrating cellular membrane and liquefying the cell. Waste produced is naturally evacuated via lymphatic system |
| OUTCOME | Localized reduction and dissolution of fat | |
| RESULTS | Takes 2 months after the session to see the results | Results are visible either immediately or within 1 week |
| TIME | Approximately an hour per treatment area | |
| PROCEDURE | Treatment adapter will attach with sufficient suction to complete the treatment | Treatment is delivered via electroporation and mesotherapy methods with hand piece firm massaged over the treatment area by therapist |
| TREATMENT DELIVERY | Once the tissue is in treatment adapter operator leaves the room. Patient is left alone for the duration of treatment | Operator stays in the room to deliver the treatment for the full duration of session |
| WHAT AREAS CAN BE DONE | The more tissue is available the better it is as tissue is sucked into a treatment adapter.
Areas that can be done are abdomen, sides, flanks, love handles, inner thighs, and in some people outer thighs and arms |
Although some areas respond better than others there are no exclusions of body parts, so even upper neck and calves can be worked on |
| TIGHTNESS OF SKIN | Skin NOT tighten | MesoSlim and MesoFirm combination ensures there is no excess skin hanging after the treatments. Skin is lifted and tightened |
| ELASTICITY IMPROVEMENT | There are reports of lost skin elasticity and tone after procedure | There is evidence of skin gaining its elasticity and tone with MesoSlim/Firm treatment combination |
| CELLULITE REDUCTION | Cellulite is not improved | Skin appears smoother and firmer |
| PAIN FACTOR | 1. Pain and bruising as a result of the machine squeezing down on your skin after the procedure for at least a month has been reported
2. Redness in the treated area 3. Swelling in the treated area 4. Loss of sensation or tingling which can last up to 1 or 2 weeks after treatment |
1. No pain or bruises. Treatments are pleasant and relaxing as smooth surface of hand piece firmly massages the skin during treatment
2. Slight pinkness, lasting 15min 3. No swelling or bruising
4. All sensations are the same before and after the procedure |
| AREA PER SESSION | One area is about the size of your hand Each "love-handle" would be considered one area and Lower abdomen two areas You can treat more than one area at a single office visit, but one area at a time. To treat two areas takes just over two hours |
One area is approximately A4 size
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It takes between 45 and 60 min to treat each A4 size area You can do more than one area per visit and it will take longer. Maximum of 2 areas per week can be treated so your liver is not overburdened with the fat it needs to process |
| PRICE | Zeltiq Coolsculpting will set you back between $800 and $1200 per area per session. Some operators offer slight reduction in price for subsequent areas | MesoSlim and Mesofirm sessions are only $199 per session. A number of packages exist to take the financial burden off you eg. our very popular Grand Fat Melt Pack |
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GRAND FAT PACK
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Each paramedical or aesthetic treatment is an investment into your body, your self confidence and self esteem.
Return on investment should be on your mind when you think that you will be spending almost $1000 for the Zeltiq Coolsculpting procedure or Fat Reduction Pack with MesoSlim or MesoFirm.
Another issue is that some people have reported that Zeltiq Coolsculpting is not worth it because they have not been able to see any perceptible change in their body fat. Others however, did think Coolsculpting was worth the money.
The question is, are you willing to spend nearly $1000 to find out if Coolsculpting will work for you? You can try MesoSlim for a fraction of the price of Cool Sculpting.

MesoSlim / MesoFirm costs $199 and you can currently try it for only $179 and see the results next day (or week) and decide if you ready to save more money and lose more fat and cellulite with the Melbourne’s best known Grand Fat Melt Pack with combination of MesoTherapy, Presor Therapy and other products
