CoolSculpting in the San Francisco Bay Area freezes away stubborn fat with no surgery, no needles, and no downtime. FDA-cleared body contouring by our RN team, with a complimentary consultation. CoolSculpting® in the San Francisco Bay Area by Licensed RNs
THE SCIENCE
How CoolSculpting works
CoolSculpting is FDA-cleared for permanent fat reduction in specific areas. It is not a weight-loss treatment and it works best when you are already close to your goal weight and want to address stubborn pockets that do not respond to diet and exercise.
1 Controlled cooling targets fat
A CoolSculpting applicator is placed on the treatment area. It delivers controlled cooling that drops the temperature of fat cells below the threshold at which they can survive, while leaving the surrounding skin and tissue unaffected.
2 Fat cells are damaged, not frozen solid
The process is called cryolipolysis. Fat cells are more cold-sensitive than skin, so precise cooling damages them at a temperature that leaves everything else unharmed. You feel suction and cold, then numbness.
3 Your body clears the cells naturally
Over the weeks following your treatment, your body processes and removes the damaged fat cells through its normal clearance system. This is why results develop gradually rather than appearing overnight.
4 Results that develop over months
Most people notice visible changes around three weeks, with fuller results by about two to three months. The treated fat cells are gone for good as long as you maintain a stable weight.
Device note: Confirm with your RN whether we use standard CoolSculpting or CoolSculpting Elite applicators. This page describes the general mechanism; your RN will tell you exactly what equipment is used at your consultation.
TREATMENT AREAS & PRICING
CoolSculpting treatment areas and pricing
CoolSculpting is priced by the number of applicators and areas treated, and many people do a series for the best result. We offer package pricing. At your complimentary consultation, your RN assesses your areas and gives you a clear quote. Starting-from rates are on the price list.
Double chin (submental)
One of the most popular areas. A small applicator targets fat under the chin for a cleaner, more defined jawline and neck.
Love handles (flanks)
The flanks respond well to CoolSculpting. This is the most requested area and often treated in pairs in a single session.
Abdomen
Upper and lower abdomen can be treated together or separately. Realistic expectations matter here; your RN will be honest about what is achievable.
Upper arms
Addresses the soft fat on the backs of the upper arms that does not respond to exercise.
Inner and outer thighs
Inner thighs are a common concern. Outer thigh treatment addresses the lateral fullness of the hips and thighs.
Back and bra-line spot
Back fat and the rolls that form around a bra band are treatable with the right applicator size. Ask your RN at your consultation.
COMPARE
CoolSculpting vs liposuction: which is right for you?
Liposuction removes more fat and delivers faster, more dramatic results, but it is a surgical procedure with anesthesia and real recovery time. CoolSculpting is non-surgical with no downtime, but results are more gradual and more subtle. The right choice depends on how much fat you want addressed and whether you want surgery. Your RN will give you a straight answer at your consultation.
REAL RESULTS
CoolSculpting before and after at Urban Allure
Real photos from Urban Allure patients, shared with permission. Results develop gradually over several weeks. Individual results vary.
FAQ
CoolSculpting FAQs
Answers to the most common questions before your first CoolSculpting session. Still have questions? Our RN team is happy to talk through what is realistic for your goals.
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Yes, for the right candidate. It reduces stubborn fat in treated areas, with results developing over several weeks to a few months. It is not a weight-loss treatment and works best on specific pockets of fat when you are already close to your goal weight.
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It depends on how many applicators and areas you treat. We price by area and offer package pricing, with a clear quote at your complimentary consultation. Starting-from rates are on the price list. We do not publish per-applicator rates here since everyone's plan is different.
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Most people start to notice changes around three weeks, with fuller results by about two to three months as your body clears the treated fat cells. Results are gradual, which is part of how this treatment works.
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The fat cells that are treated are cleared by your body and do not come back. Maintaining your result depends on keeping a stable weight, since remaining fat cells can still grow or shrink with weight changes.
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CoolSculpting is FDA-cleared for fat reduction in multiple areas. At Urban Allure, every treatment is performed by a California-licensed RN under physician oversight. Your RN reviews your health history before treating to confirm you are a good candidate.
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CoolSculpting Elite uses updated applicators that can treat a larger area in one cycle and may reduce session time. Whether we use standard or Elite applicators is something to confirm with your RN at your consultation.
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Street parking is usually easy to find right around the studio, and there are a few paid lots and garages within a short walk. To reserve a spot ahead of time, we recommend the SpotHero app, where you can book and prepay parking near us before you arrive.
What to Expect
The first step is your complimentary consultation.
During your consultation, one of our professionals will assess your hair and skin type. This will help determine how many treatments you’ll need. Once you determine to move forward, we will then start your treatment process that day or schedule it for a near future date.
BEFORE TREATMENT
You’ll need to avoid sun exposure for a minimum of four weeks prior to treatment.
You’ll be asked to shave within 24 hours of your appointment.
All makeup and skin products will be removed prior to treatment.
DURING TREATMENT
We will prep the treated area by drawing white lines exactly where the treatments will take place.
Treatments average just under 30 minutes.
Bring headphones or a book to pass the time.
AFTER TREATMENT
We’ll apply an Aloe Vera gel to cool off the skin after treatment.
You’ll need to keep the treated area out of the sun for at least a week.
Treated hair may fall out 7-21 days after treatment.
