I have tattoos across my upper and lower abdomen and my hips. I am considering Vanquish ME vs coolsculpting. Is vanquish contraindicated for tattooed clients? I had been leaning toward Vanquish ME because I am about 20 pounds overweight and from what I've read vanquish is better at treating a large area rather than the spot treatment provided by coolsculpting. Also, apparently, Vanquish is less painful.
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The Vanquish uses a unique radio frequency energy to destroy excess fat cells under the skin. The inflammatory reaction is normal and is the body's way of disposing of the fatty debris. Sometimes the reaction is prolonged and lumps and tenderness ('panniculitis') can be...
Hi Amy,The procedure should feel like there is a warm blanket hovering over your skin. Use of a numbing agent is unnecessary. Please be sure there is no direct contact with the panel during treatment. If there is, this may be the reason for the burning sensation. I would contact your provi...
Pain and swelling with vanquish may occur after treatment. Drink water and massage the area. The swelling indicates the deep fat has been targeted. So long as the skin is not damaged or blistered everything should resolve with time.
