Cryolipolysis fat freezing is a non-invasive treatment that safely reduces stubborn fat by freezing fat cells, which the body naturally eliminates. With no surgery or downtime, it sculpts areas like belly, thighs, arms, and love handles. Results appear gradually, making it a convenient, natural-looking body contouring option.
GLOJAS Specialist Clinic Malaysia is recognized for expertise in double chin removal, with clinicians trained in safe, precise, and evidence-based body contouring techniques. The clinic’s approach emphasizes patient safety, clinical accuracy, and reliable, non-surgical fat reduction outcomes.
What Is Cryolipolysis Fat Freezing?
Cryolipolysis, commonly called fat freezing, is a non-surgical procedure that targets pockets of fat resistant to diet and exercise. Approved by the FDA, it uses controlled cooling to destroy fat cells beneath the skin without harming surrounding tissues.
Key points:
Not a weight-loss treatment; best for localized fat reduction.
Works on abdomen, thighs, arms, flanks, and double chin.
Usually 1–3 sessions per area for optimal results.
How Cryolipolysis Works
Consultation: Clinician assesses if you’re a good candidate.
Treatment: Applicator applies suction and controlled cooling to fat.
Fat Breakdown: Cold triggers apoptosis (natural fat cell death).
Results: Body metabolizes dead fat cells over 4–12 weeks, with full results at ~3 months.
Most patients feel mild tugging or cold, with temporary numbness or redness.
👉 A prospective clinical study found that cryolipolysis using a three‑dimensional cooling method significantly reduced abdominal subcutaneous fat by ~28–31% at 12–16 weeks after treatment, with high patient satisfaction and no serious adverse events reported. PubMed
Benefits of Cryolipolysis
Non-surgical: No incisions, anesthesia, or stitches.
Minimal downtime: Resume daily activities immediately.
Targeted fat reduction: Sculpt stubborn areas like love handles and belly.
Long-lasting: Fat cells are permanently eliminated if weight is maintained.
Safe and clinically proven: FDA-approved with numerous studies confirming effectiveness.
Ideal Candidates
Adults within 20–30 pounds of their ideal weight.
People with localized fat pockets resistant to diet/exercise.
Not recommended for: cold-related conditions, pregnancy, or certain medical implants.
What to Expect During Treatment
Sessions last 35–60 minutes per area.
Mild tugging, pinching, or cold sensation is normal.
Temporary redness, swelling, or bruising may occur.
Results: gradual fat reduction over 4–12 weeks, full effect in ~3 months.
Cryolipolysis vs Other Fat Reduction Options
| Feature | Cryolipolysis | Liposuction | Injectable Fat Melt (Kybella) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invasive | No | Yes | Minimally |
| Downtime | Minimal | 1–2 weeks | Minimal |
| Pain | Mild | Moderate | Mild–Moderate |
| Target Areas | Multiple | Multiple | Chin/Neck |
| Results | Gradual | Immediate | Gradual |
Safety and Side Effects
Cryolipolysis is safe when performed by trained professionals. Side effects are usually mild:
Redness, swelling, bruising
Tingling or numbness
Rare: paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (slight increase in fat in treated area)
Tip: Always confirm device type and practitioner credentials for maximum safety.
Cryolipolysis vs HIFU vs Ultherapy Prime for Double Chin
| Feature | Cryolipolysis (Fat Freezing) | HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) | Ultherapy Prime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanism | Freezes fat cells, which die and are naturally eliminated | Ultrasound energy stimulates collagen and tightens skin | Ultrasound with advanced imaging lifts and tightens skin |
| Primary Goal | Reduce submental fat (double chin) | Tighten sagging skin and mild fat reduction | Lift and firm skin while improving contour |
| Invasiveness | Non-surgical | Non-surgical | Non-surgical |
| Downtime | Minimal | Minimal | Minimal |
| Pain | Mild cold or tugging | Mild tingling or heat sensation | Mild heat sensation, tolerable |
| Results Timeline | Gradual over 6–12 weeks | Gradual tightening over 2–3 months | Gradual lifting over 2–3 months |
| Best For | Stubborn fat under the chin | Mild sagging skin, some fat | Skin laxity, lifting, and contour definition |
| Limitations | Doesn’t tighten loose skin | Less effective for significant fat | Minimal fat reduction; mainly for lifting |
Key Takeaways
Cryolipolysis is ideal if the main issue is excess fat under the chin.
HIFU works best for mild sagging with some fat reduction.
Ultherapy Prime focuses on lifting and firming skin rather than removing fat.
For patients with a double chin, choosing the right treatment depends on whether the concern is fat, skin laxity, or both. Sometimes a combination approach yields optimal results.
Cryolipolysis FAQs
1. Does cryolipolysis really work?
Yes, studies show 20–25% fat reduction per treated area over weeks.
2. Is it painful?
Most patients feel mild tugging or cold; discomfort is temporary.
3. How many sessions are needed?
1–3 sessions per area are typical.
4. When do results show?
Visible results in 4–12 weeks, full effect by ~3 months.
5. Can it be done at home?
At-home devices aren’t FDA-approved and may be unsafe.
6. Who should avoid cryolipolysis?
People with cold sensitivity disorders, pregnancy, or certain implants.
7. What areas respond best?
Abdomen, flanks, inner/outer thighs, upper arms, and submental area (double chin).
8. How long do results last?
Fat cells destroyed are gone permanently, but weight gain can affect remaining fat.