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Fat Freezing: Effortless Fat Reduction

At Harley Street Injectables, fat freezing is an option for people who are broadly happy with their weight but still battling a few stubborn bulges that ignore diet and gym work. The aim is to gently flatten and refine these pockets without surgery, cuts, or taking time off.

What is Fat Freezing?

Fat freezing, or cryolipolysis, uses controlled cold to selectively target fat cells sitting under the skin. The chilled cells are damaged, then slowly broken down and cleared by the body over the following weeks, so the treated area looks a little leaner and better shaped as time goes on rather than all at once.

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The Science Behind Fat Freezing:

Fat cells are more vulnerable to cold than most of the surrounding tissue. When they are cooled to a specific range for long enough, they enter programmed cell death (apoptosis), after which the body’s immune and lymphatic systems clear them out. That is why the thickness of the fat layer in that patch can drop, while the skin and other structures remain intact.

Because those particular fat cells are removed, they do not grow back; however, the remaining cells can still enlarge with weight gain, so keeping a stable lifestyle helps preserve the change.

TREATMENT TIME
35 - 60 mins

PAIN LEVEL
1/5

DOWNTIME
minimal

SESSIONS NEEDED
1-3

PRICES
Starts from £500

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How Does Fat Freezing Work?

For treatment, a gel pad is laid over the chosen area and an applicator is applied that gently sucks or holds the tissue in place while cooling it.

  • Each area usually takes around 35–40 minutes.

  • You will feel strong cold, pressure, and pulling to begin with, which normally eases as the area goes numb.

  • Afterwards the skin can look red and feel firm or a bit tender; sometimes a short massage is done to help break up the frozen layer.

  • Results develop gradually over several weeks as the damaged fat cells are processed and removed

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Benefits of Fat Freezing

Non-Invasive:

No incisions, no injections into the fat layer, and no need for anaesthetic, so there is no surgical recovery period.

Effective Fat Reduction:

Best suited to small, localised areas such as lower tummy, flanks, bra rolls, or outer thighs rather than general weight loss.

Quick and Convenient:

A single area can be treated in under an hour, and most people go straight back to normal plans afterwards.

Long-Lasting Results:

Once the treated fat cells are gone, they are not replaced. Maintaining a steady weight helps keep the slimmer contour.

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What to Expect During Your Fat Freezing Treatment

Consultation:

Our specialists will assess your body and discuss your goals to determine if Fat Freezing is right for you.

Preparation:

A protective gel pad is applied to the treatment area.

Treatment:

The Fat Freezing applicator is placed on the treatment area, delivering controlled cooling. You may feel intense cold and a pulling sensation.

AFTERCARE

Our team will talk you through simple aftercare steps so you know exactly what to do once you leave the clinic and how to keep your results looking their best. There is no formal downtime with this treatment, so you can head straight back to your usual day as soon as your session is finished.

FAQs

  • Most patients see optimal results after 1-3 treatments, spaced about 8 weeks apart.

  • Patients typically feel intense cold and a pulling sensation during the treatment.

  • Results can be seen within a few weeks, with continued improvement over several months.

  • No downtime is required; you can return to your normal activities immediately.

WHY CHOOSE

HARLEY STREET INJECTABLES?

Advanced Technology

We offer the latest in treatment with Fat Freezing to ensure top-quality results.

Tailored Approach

Each treatment is customized to meet your specific Body Treatments needs.

SAFETY

As a CQC registered medical clinic, we adhere to the strictest standards of safety and quality.

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BOOK A Consultation

Ready to reduce stubborn fat effortlessly? Contact Harley Street Injectables today to schedule your Fat Freezing consultation.

Our friendly staff is here to answer any questions you may have and guide you through the process.

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