Laser liposuction and i-Lipo laser lipolysis are both body sculpting procedures that target fat. While their names are similar, the treatments themselves are very different.
Laser lipo is a minimally invasive surgical procedure. Typically done under local anesthesia, it uses the heat from laser energy to liquefy fat cells, which are then suctioned out through a thin tube called a cannula.
Liquified fat is easier to remove, so this is a less aggressive procedure than traditional liposuction, with just three to five days of recovery time. The heat from the laser energy also boosts collagen production and gives you some mild skin tightening benefits.Â
Compared to i-Lipo cold laser treatments, laser lipo typically costs much more: about $5,300, according to RealSelf members. It also comes with risks, including burns (though this should happen only rarely, in the hands of an inexperienced provider), as well as bruising, swelling, and several days of downtime.Â
So why consider laser lipo? The procedure has a significantly higher Worth It Rating from RealSelf members because it consistently delivers fat reduction results.Â
The fat that's removed is gone for good, so laser lipo results can be permanent, as long as you stick to a healthy diet and regular exercise.Â
The bottom line: if you're willing to consider a minimally invasive surgery, you'll probably be happier with the results from a true laser liposuction procedure or another type of energy-assisted liposuction, like VASER lipo.
