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Many of us struggle with firming up and toning specific areas of our bodies. Sometimes there’s only so much we can achieve with diet and exercise alone, and then comes innovation. There are now revolutionary, non-invasive technologies and treatments that can help reduce stubborn fat pockets.  Body contouring treatments offer a beacon of hope by targeting and permanently eliminating fat in trouble spots, think areas such as the stomach, flanks, thighs, butt, back, upper arms, even the jawline and chin.

Body contouring is not a weight loss solution; instead, it focuses on addressing localised fat deposits and skin laxity.

Australian Skin Face Body has an array of cutting-edge body contouring treatments. One such groundbreaking treatment is the ONDA Coolwaves®, a system that revolutionises body contouring by simultaneously addressing fat, cellulite, and also improves skin laxity and texture.

Utilising microwave frequency at 2.45GHz, this technology precisely targets fat cells without affecting the upper layers of the skin, thanks to the integrated cooling mechanism, “Coolwaves.” By inducing irreversible damage to fat cell membranes, the ONDA system aids in the reduction of fat cells, leading to a more contoured appearance.

Best of all, this state-of-the-art technology showcases remarkable prowess in combating cellulite. The thighs and buttocks are common treatment areas. By heating the connective tissue and disrupting collagen fibres, it facilitates lymphatic flow, reducing the “orange-peel” effect associated with cellulite. The result? Improved skin texture and tone.

Another innovation is truSculpt®, which utilises Monopolar RF technology to selectively target and damage fat cells through controlled therapeutic heat. With FDA and TGA clearances, its clinical studies show an average 24% reduction in fat in the treated area from a single treatment, as measured by ultrasound. While noticeable improvements may be visible after a single session, multiple treatments may be recommended to achieve the desired contouring goals.

During treatment, radiofrequency energy is transmitted deep into the treatment area to penetrate the entire fat layer from skin to muscle. Through a process called apoptosis, the optimised Radiofrequency Energy selectively damages the targeted fat cells, which is then absorbed and expelled from the body naturally over the following 12 weeks.

Treatment time is dependent on the treatment size but is typically 15 minutes per treated area. During treatment, the temperature of your skin will rise but remain comfortable. Post-treatment, you may experience mild sensitivity, but it typically resolves swiftly, allowing regular activities to be resumed immediately.

The chosen techniques used at Australian Skin Face Body use heat to melt away rather than freeze fat cells. Compared to cryolipolysis, also commonly referred to as fat freezing, heat techniques treat “non pinchable” fat.  Although the handpieces used in cryolipolysis vary in size for different applications around the body, the ‘sucking’ requirement for this technique can be awkward for curved areas, or small and hard-to-reach areas and can also be impossible if the fat is not “pinchable”. Patients with loose skin or poor tone may not be suitable candidates for fat freezing as unlike Onda CoolWaves or truSculpt, cryolipolysis doesn’t have any effect on skin texture or laxity. Treatment times are also typically longer.

These cutting-edge contouring techniques cater to individuals of various body types and Onda Coolwaves and truSculpt continue to be sought after treatments. They’re both excellent treatment options that largely provide the same service, with some slight variations when it comes to who may or may not be an appropriate candidate. The field of body contouring is witnessing rapid advancements, and it pays to do your research.  Therapists at Australian Skin Face Body are equipped to guide and recommend the most suitable treatment for you. Explore the possibilities at Australian Skin Face Body

Where to from here?

Find out more about truSculpt

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* Cutera Inc. clinical study. Individual results and experience may vary.