Cryolipolysis treatment in Switzerland

Cryolipolysis

Flavio Sonanini
Reviewed by Flavio Sonanini, Medical Travel Expert|Updated: January 2026

Cryolipolysis, commonly known as CoolSculpting or fat freezing, uses controlled cooling to freeze and destroy stubborn fat cells without surgery, needles, or downtime. The dead fat cells are naturally eliminated by your body over 2-3 months, resulting in permanent fat reduction in treated areas.

What is Cryolipolysis?

Cryolipolysis, commonly known as CoolSculpting or fat freezing, uses controlled cooling to freeze and destroy stubborn fat cells without surgery, needles, or downtime. The dead fat cells are naturally eliminated by your body over 2-3 months, resulting in permanent fat reduction in treated areas.

What to Know Before You Go

💡 Pro Tip: Multiple areas can be treated in one session for package pricing—significantly cheaper than individual treatments. Plan your treatment during cooler months to allow results to develop before summer.

⚠️ Insider Note: Results take time—don't expect overnight changes. Fat elimination happens gradually over 2-3 months. You may need 2-3 sessions per area for optimal results.

Cost of Cryolipolysis in Turkey

Treatment
Turkey
UK
USA
Savings
Per area
€250-€500
£600-€1,000
$800-€1,500
55-60%
2 areas
€450-€850
£1,000-€1,800
$1,400-€2,500
55-60%
4 areas
€800-€1,500
£1,800-€3,500
$2,500-€5,000
55-60%
Full abdomen
€600-€1,200
£1,200-€2,500
$1,800-€3,500
55-60%

Savings: Turkey offers 55-60% savings on cryolipolysis compared to UK/USA prices.

What's Included

Cryolipolysis packages in Turkey typically cover:

Consultation and body assessment
Treatment with FDA-cleared device
Multiple applicators as needed
Post-treatment massage
Follow-up consultation

Benefits

Permanent fat cell destruction
No surgery or anesthesia needed
No needles or incisions
No downtime—return to activities immediately
Treats multiple body areas (abdomen, thighs, arms, chin)
FDA-cleared technology
Natural-looking gradual results
55-65% cost savings vs UK/USA

The Procedure

Step 1 – Marking: Treatment area marked, protective gel pad placed on skin.

Step 2 – Application: Applicator creates suction, drawing fat into cooling panels.

Step 3 – Cooling: Controlled freezing at -11°C for 35-60 minutes per area.

Step 4 – Massage: Area massaged for 2 minutes to break up crystallized fat cells and enhance results.

Time: 35-60 minutes per area. Multiple areas can be treated simultaneously.

Recovery & Downtime

Immediately: Return to normal activities, work, exercise
Day 1-3: Redness, numbness, mild bruising possible
Week 1-2: Numbness gradually resolving
Week 3-4: Fat elimination beginning internally
Month 2-3: Optimal results visible
Month 4-6: Final results achieved

Potential Side Effects

Temporary redness lasting hours (occurs in 90% of patients)
Numbness in treated area lasting days to weeks (occurs in 80-90% of patients)
Bruising and tenderness (occurs in 30-50% of patients)
Tingling or cramping sensations (occurs in 40-60% of patients)
Rare: Paradoxical adipose hyperplasia/PAH (occurs in <1% of patients)
Rare: Prolonged numbness lasting months (occurs in <5% of patients)

Is Cryolipolysis Right for You?

Ideal candidates:

Near ideal body weight (within 15kg of goal)
Stubborn fat pockets resistant to diet/exercise
Pinchable fat in treatment areas
Realistic expectations about gradual results
Good skin elasticity

Not suitable for:

Significant weight to lose (not a weight loss solution)
Cryoglobulinemia or cold urticaria
Pregnancy
Loose, sagging skin (may worsen appearance)
Unrealistic expectations

Frequently Asked Questions

How much fat can cryolipolysis remove?

Each session typically reduces fat in the treated area by 20-25%. Multiple sessions can achieve greater reduction—up to 50% with 2-3 treatments.

Is the treatment painful?

You'll feel intense cold initially for 5-10 minutes, then the area completely numbs. Most patients read, work on laptops, or nap during treatment.

How many sessions do I need?

Most areas benefit from 1-3 sessions, depending on fat thickness and your goals. Results are assessed at 3 months before deciding on additional treatments.

Is the fat loss permanent?

Yes, destroyed fat cells don't regenerate. However, remaining fat cells can still enlarge with weight gain, so maintain a stable weight.

Who is a good candidate for cryolipolysis?

People near their ideal weight with stubborn fat pockets that don't respond to diet and exercise. It's body contouring, not weight loss.

What is paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH)?

A rare complication (<1%) where treated fat hardens and enlarges instead of reducing. More common in men, requires surgical correction.

Can I treat multiple areas at once?

Yes, many clinics can treat 2-4 areas simultaneously using multiple applicators, saving time and often offering package pricing.

When can I see results?

First changes appear around week 3-4 as fat cells die. Optimal results at 2-3 months when your body has eliminated the dead cells.

Is This Right For You?

"Near ideal body weight with stubborn fat pockets resistant to diet and exercise. Not a weight loss solution."

Benefits

Permanent fat cell destruction

No surgery or anesthesia needed

No needles or incisions

No downtime—return to activities immediately

Treats multiple body areas

FDA-cleared technology

Natural-looking gradual results

55-65% cost savings vs UK/USA

The Process

Procedure

Step 1 – Marking: Treatment area marked and gel pad placed.

Step 2 – Application: Applicator creates suction, drawing fat into cooling panels.

Step 3 – Cooling: Controlled freezing at -11°C for 35-60 minutes.

Step 4 – Massage: Area massaged for 2 minutes to break up crystallized fat cells.

Recovery & Downtime

Return to activities immediately. Redness resolves within hours. Numbness lasts days to weeks. Fat elimination occurs over 2-3 months.

Potential Side Effects

  • Temporary redness lasting hours (occurs in 90% of patients)
  • Numbness in treated area lasting days to weeks (occurs in 80-90% of patients)
  • Bruising and tenderness (occurs in 30-50% of patients)
  • Tingling or cramping sensations (occurs in 40-60% of patients)
  • Rare: Paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (occurs in <1% of patients)
  • Rare: Prolonged numbness lasting months (occurs in <5% of patients)

Frequently Asked Questions

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