i-lipo laser lipolysis is a low level laser (LLLT) system, also often referred to as a cold laser. i-lipo laser lipolysis is FDA approved and was recently awarded the "Best slimming treatment" at "Les Victoires de la beauté" in Paris. This low dose of light targets the adipose (fat) cells in the treatment area, creating a cascade of chemical reactions inside the cells that open transitory pores in the cell membrane and convert the contained triglycerides into free fatty acids and glycerol. These molecules can then easily pass through the pores in the cell wall to be taken up and transported by the body's lymphatic system for metabolism into energy during the subsequent recommended post treatment exercise.

I-lipo laser lipolysis offers patients a safe and effective non- invasive laser lipolysis option with no downtime.

Given the choice, most people would rather choose a non- invasive procedure like i-lipo laser lipolysis to improve their unwanted fat than choose invasive procedures like traditional liposuction and invasive laser lipolysis, which are invasive procedures with post operative side effects and downtime. Liposuction is the most commonly used technique for fat reduction; however, it is associated with severe risks such as embolism, nerve compression, skin necrosis, problems with anaesthesia, infection and seroma.

Furthermore the success of liposuction and laser lipolysis is highly dependent on the skills and experience of the surgeon, therefore results can vary considerably. Hence, there is need for safer, non-invasive technologies such as Accent to achieve fat reduction and improve the facial silhouette.

The i-lipo laser lipolysis uses LLLT which works to empty the fat contents of the target treatment area. These cells remain undamaged and can therefore be re-filled in the future if your calorie intake should exceed calorie use.

Abdomen, love handles, inner and outer thighs, batwings, bra bulges, double chin, knees, ankles and male breast fat reduction

Prior to each treatment, the area will be measured. Post treatment measurements will be done to show your centimetre loss. You will see results after one treatment but for long term results, a series of 8 treatments is advised, performed twice a week for a four week duration.

At Skin Renewal we make available to you an exercise bike for 30 minute cardio session directly after your Body Shaping treatment. This is required to reach optimal treatment benefits and to maintain result.

Body Renewal is excited to offer the next step in multi-modality therapy in treating body problems. We call it the Bottom Line! Any treatment modality on its own can make a big difference, but in our eyes it's not sufficient. Ageing bodies have different forms and grades of resistant fat and cellulite and thus success needs a combination of treatments that include reduction of fat cells, collagen stimulation and increased circulation.

At Body Renewal, i-lipo laser lipolysis is commonly performed with other body shaping treatments for best results especially for resistant fat and cellulite. This combination is one of the most widely used and most effective methods of achieving a significant aesthetic improvement within 2 to 6 months when the effects of collagen stimulation, improved circulation and remodeling become evident.

For cellulite and body sculpting, i-lipo laser lipolysis uses non- invasive laser lipolysis technology with Ultra vacuum massage suction and Lipomassage. It can be safely combined with Carboxytherapy, Radiofrequency, Lipodissolve and Mesotherapy. For patients with Stretch marks, Carboxytherapy therapy into the stretch marks stimulates collagen production which then remodels and shrinks the stretch mark to improve the appearance.

At Body Renewal, with a combination of treatments, in 1 to 2 months we can take a good body and turn it into a Perfect body: slim, firm, smooth and sculpted

Although single treatments of i-lipo laser lipolysis will produce immediate results and centimetre loss a course of combination treatment sessions is advised to produce maximum benefit. For most patients a course of eight sessions is advised, performed twice per week for a four week duration. It is advised that only a single anatomical treatment zone is treated at any one time. Additional treatments or anatomical locations can be treated after the first course of sessions has been completed. Single maintenance treatments in the future can be scheduled as per your specific needs.

You may experience a very mild warming sensation of the skin under each treatment pad towards the end of each 10 minute section of the treatment. Patients with very dark or tanned skin colour may experience slight redness in small dots where each laser aperture was located on the skin. This is temporary and can remain for several hours after the treatment. In very extreme cases this may develop into temporary hyper-pigmentation and may last for a day or two.

i-lipo laser lipolysis is contraindicated for the following patients:

• Pregnant
• Epilepsy
• Thyroid Gland Dysfunction
• Uncontrolled Hypertension
• Cardiac Arrhythmias or Heart Disease
• Pacemakers
• Recent or current history of cancer, or actively undergoing radiation or chemotherapy treatment
• Liver/Kidney Disease
• Photosensitivity to 650-660nm of light
• Immuno-suppressed disorders

i-lipo is FDA approved and was recently awarded the “Best Slimming treatment” at “Les Victoires de la beauté” in Paris. i-lipo is the leading brand for non-invasive targeted fat reduction and body contouring.

Since the effective fluency of the Low Level Laser (LLL) light during treatment is low dose all Skin Types are suitable for treatment as there is minimal interaction with epidermal melanin. Treatment over tattoos or large pigmented lesions should be avoided as direct contact with the laser light may result is increased thermal effect and localised discomfort. These can be masked with white stickers or surgical tape.

The i-lipo laser lipolysis treatment is currently available in the Western Cape at Claremont and Willowbridge and in Gauteng at Parkhurst, Fourways, Morningside and Brooklyn branches.