KEY FACTS:
What is the difference between 3D lipo fat removal and standard liposuction?
Unlike traditional liposuction, the 3D procedure is entirely non-invasive. We use various strategies – including ultrasound, radio frequency and cryolipolysis – to reduce fat without ever going beneath the skin. Furthermore, where standard liposuction requires a lot of vigorous exercise to metabolise the fat cells after the procedure, the 3D treatment gives outstanding results without any exercise at all.
How does it work?
A full 3D lipo treatment incorporates several individual procedures, including cavitation(which uses ultrasonic waves to break down fat cells), cryolipolysis (which freezes fat cells without affecting other body cells), radio frequency (which serves to tighten the skin) and dermology (rolling the skin to reduce cellulite).
Are there any side effects?
There is a possibility of some mild discomfort directly after each treatment.
Best for
Overall fat reduction.
Tech explained
Cavitation is a natural phenomenon based on low frequency ultrasound. The ultrasound produces a strong wave of pressure to fat cell membranes. A fat cell cannot with stand this pressure and therefore disintegrates into a liquid state.
What happens to the released fat?
During the 3D-cavitation treatment, the membranes of the fat cells are disrupted. The fat cell content, primarily comprised of triglycerides, is dispersed into the fluid between the cells and then transported through the vascular and lymphatic systems to the liver. The liver makes no distinction between fat coming from the 3D-cavitation treatment and fat originating from consumed food. Both are processed by the body’s natural mechanisms.
What areas can be improved with 3D-cavitation?
3D-cavitation is best for treating larger areas of fat such as the abdomen, thighs and ‘muffin top’.
How many treatments are recommended?
A course of 6-8 treatments are recommended to achieve optimum results although your therapist will advise the best treatment plan for you.
Best for
Skin tightening, smoothing of fine lines and wrinkles, reducing the appearance of cellulite.
Tech explained
3D-Body RF penetrates the skin layers to selectively heat the skin tissue and the extra cellular matrix where the collagen fibres are embedded. The local heating of the area being treated causes an immediate contraction of the collagen fibres, and at the same time increases the metabolism of the fibroblastin order to accelerate production of new collagen fibres and elastin fibres to create a smoother, healthier and younger looking skin.
How this tech works
3D-Body RF technology is a fantastic treatment for both skin tightening and cellulite reduction. The 3D-Body RF energy
selectively increases the temperature of the fat cells, by doing so simultaneously in deep and superficial layers of fat. This increases the metabolism and release of liquid fat from fat cells. Normal cells can support 60 degrees but fat cells start to be melted at 41 degrees. After the treatment and release of liquid fat, the fat cells shrink in size, and skin is restored closer to its original form, reducing or eliminating the appearance of cellulite.
What areas can be improved with 3D-Body RF?
Areas on the body with loose skin and cellulite. Common treatment areas include ‘bingo wings’ lower abdomen, and back of thighs.
How many treatments are recommended?
A course of treatment is typically 8 – 10 individual 45 minute sessions.
Best for
Cellulite, Lymphatic Drainage, Increasing blood supply.
Tech explained
3D-dermology incorporates the basic principles of lymphatic drainage to assist the body in moving lymph through the network of lymphatic vessels in its return to the circulatory system. This treatment is also great for enhancing the results of other 3D-lipo treatments due to encouraging the waste from the fat cells destroyed to be flushed out through the lymphatic system.
How this tech works
Cellulite is caused by fat cells pushing against your skin. Through a combination of vacuums and skin rollers, 3D-dermology mobilises these fat cells, subsequently causing parts of the cells to leave the body via the lymphatic system. This reduces the visibility of cellulite.
What areas can be improved with 3D-dermology?
3D-dermology targets unwanted cellulite to create a smoother skin reducing the appearance of cellulite.
Common areas typically treated are thighs, buttocks and abdomen area.
How many treatments are recommended?
A course of 6- 8 treatments is typically recommended for best results.
Best for
Stubborn pockets & body sculpting.
Tech Explained
3D-cryofreeze is a unique non-invasive treatment using a combination of electro and cryo therapy. Using the 3D-cryofreeze handpiece, this creates vacuum which draws the fat into the handpiece. This localised area within the handpiece is then frozen, causing 20% - 40% of the fat cells in that area to die.
How this tech works
3D-cryofreeze targets specifically the fat cells. By lowering the temperature to -6 degrees it pinpoints the content of the fat cells, causing them to crystalize. No other structures are affected by this process. The remaining content of the fat cells is then disposed of naturally through the body’s lymphatic system.
What areas can be improved with 3D-cryofreeze?
This treatment is best for targeting those stubborn areas that just won’t shift. Typical areas ideal for 3D-cryofreeze including inner thighs, lower abdomen and ‘muffin tops’, however your therapist will provide a tailored treatment plan to provide you with the best possible results which may include combining 3D-cryofreeze with other technologies as part of a treatment program. Two areas can now be treated simultaneously with the 3D-cryofreeze duo application.
How many treatments are recommended?
Only one treatment is required per area - The Cove Spa also offer a duo-treatment option too!
60 mins | 90 mins |
Cryolopolisis (fat freezing) |
£350 |
N.A |
Cryolopolisis duo-session (fat freezing) |
£600 |
N.A |
Cryo Duo - group of 2 areas |
N.A | £1000 |
COMBINATION - Fat Reduction + Skin Tightening |
N.A | £250 |
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