For many people, diet and exercise alone don’t quite achieve the sculpted shape they’re after, particularly in areas prone to stubborn fat deposits like the abdomen, thighs, or arms. Non-invasive body contouring is a popular option because it offers a safe, pain-free way to refine and shape the body with no downtime and natural results.
What is Body Contouring?
Body contouring is a non-surgical treatment designed to reduce fat, tighten skin and smooth out cellulite. Unlike traditional fat reduction surgeries like liposuction, non-invasive body contouring techniques don’t require anaesthesia or recovery time. Instead, they use advanced technology to target and break down fat cells, which the body naturally eliminates over time.
Here at The Hampton Clinic, we use 3D Ultimatepro body contouring system, a medical-grade state-of-the-art machine manufactured under stringent EN ISO 13485:2016 standards. This amazing device combines four advanced technologies that allow our practitioners to offer a completely bespoke approach to improving our client’s concerns.
Body Contouring: Key Technologies
Our 3D Ultimatepro system incorporates multiple technologies tailored to tackle different concerns. They can be used on their own or combined for a more targeted treatment. Here are the four primary technologies involved:
Cavitation: This treatment uses low-frequency ultrasound waves to break down fat cells in the treated areas. The sound waves create pressure in the fat layer, causing fat cells to rupture. These cells are then naturally flushed out by the lymphatic system, making cavitation an ideal choice for larger areas like the abdomen and thighs.
Cryolipolysis (Fat-Freezing): Fat-freezing cools fat cells to a temperature that triggers their destruction. Often a go-to for small, stubborn areas like the love handles or lower abdomen, cryolipolysis crystallises fat cells, which are then processed out of the body.
Shockwave Therapy: Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves to break down fat while boosting collagen production, which is essential for firmer, more elastic skin. It’s particularly useful for reducing cellulite and creating a smoother skin texture, which makes it popular for areas like the thighs and buttocks.
Radio Frequency: RF uses heat energy to stimulate collagen and elastin production, which firms and tightens the skin. It’s beneficial for areas with mild skin laxity, such as the arms and lower abdomen, and can also help in body sculpting by targeting both fat cells and connective tissue.
Who is a Good Candidate?
Body contouring treatments are suitable for those who are generally healthy and close to their ideal weight but have persistent fat pockets or skin laxity that diet and exercise alone can’t seem to address. While a regular fitness routine isn’t a requirement, combining treatment with a healthy lifestyle can maximise results. Body contouring can complement your hard work, enhancing the toned appearance you’ve already achieved or helping you move closer to it.
The Consultation Process
Before starting a body contouring treatment, it’s essential to have a thorough consultation with one of our experienced practitioners. During this consultation, we’ll discuss your goals, expectations, possible outcomes, and suitability for the treatment. We will also take measurements and photos, which will help track your progress throughout the sessions. A comprehensive consultation allows us to customise the treatment plan to your needs, ensuring you receive the best possible results.
What to Expect During Your Session
Each session of body contouring may involve one or multiple technologies, depending on the areas being treated and your goals. For instance, you might receive cryolipolysis for the love handles, followed by cavitation on the abdomen for comprehensive fat reduction. Results aren’t immediate, as the body needs time to process and eliminate fat cells, but many clients start to notice changes after just a few sessions.
Results and Maintenance
While body contouring treatments can achieve impressive results, they aren’t a substitute for a healthy lifestyle. For the best outcome, it’s beneficial to stay active and maintain a balanced diet, supporting your body’s natural elimination process and helping maintain your newly sculpted shape. Most clients start to see noticeable improvements after four treatments, with optimal results developing over a few months as the body processes the treated fat cells.
If you’re ready to take that extra step toward your body goals, book a consultation to learn more about how we can help improve and enhance your hard-earned results.
