Slimming is a common request in aesthetic medicine. Even slim individuals may have stubborn fat bulges they find unsightly and cannot get rid of despite a healthy diet and regular physical activity. On average, an adult gains 500 g to 1 kg per year. Fat cells, or adipocytes, are located in the deep layer of the skin — the subcutaneous tissue.
For localized slimming, there are effective solutions that sculpt the silhouette and reduce fat deposits without surgery.
Treatments such as cryolipolysis, EMSCULPT, and radiofrequency have been
designed to target and eliminate stubborn fat deposits while improving muscle tone and reducing the appearance of cellulite. Non-invasive body contouring techniques offer fast, visible results for fat loss and skin firming.
Weight gain is caused by a surplus of calories consumed compared to calories burned.
Causes include :
The assessment criteria and methods are :
Calculation
BMI is calculated by dividing weight (in kilograms) by height (in meters) squared.
Interpretation
Below 18.5 : underweight
Between 18.5 and 24.9 : normal weight
Between 25 and 29.9 : overweight
Above 30 : obesity
Limitations
While BMI is a useful general indicator, it does not account for body composition (muscle mass vs. fat mass) and may not be accurate for certain individuals, such as athletes.
Method
Measure your waist circumference at the navel.
Interpretation
For men : a waist circumference over 102 cm is associated with an increased health risk.
For women : over 88 cm is associated with an increased health risk.
Method
Divide the waist circumference by the hip circumference.
Interpretation
For men : a ratio over 0.90 indicates increased cardiovascular risk.
For women : a ratio over 0.85 indicates increased cardiovascular risk.
Analysis
Methods like bioelectrical impedance, skinfold measurements, or DEXA scans can assess body fat percentage.
Interpretation
A high body fat percentage indicates a need to lose weight, even if BMI is normal.
Overall weight loss is achieved through physical activity and a healthy, balanced diet.
Localized slimming is possible with Cryolipolysis.
A clinical examination by an experienced physician is essential before treatment to :
Emsculpt is a non-invasive technology that uses high-intensity focused electromagnetic waves (HIFEM) to stimulate muscles and burn fat. This method induces supramaximal muscle contractions, which are impossible to achieve through voluntary exercise. In just a few sessions, Emsculpt increases muscle mass and significantly reduces fat in targeted areas such as the abdomen, buttocks, arms, and thighs. Patients report a noticeable improvement in muscle tone and definition, with no downtime required.
Radiofrequency is a body contouring technique that uses electromagnetic fields to heat the deep layers of the skin, thereby stimulating collagen production.
This treatment is particularly effective for skin tightening and cellulite reduction.
The heat generated by radiofrequency promotes blood and lymphatic circulation, improving skin texture.
Radiofrequency sessions are comfortable, painless, and require no downtime, allowing patients to resume daily activities immediately.
It is possible to lose weight naturally.
Weight gain and fat accumulation are influenced by diet, physical activity, metabolism, and hormones.
A healthy, balanced diet is essential for sustainable weight loss.
Making wise food choices is key — avoid overeating and restrictive diets that cause nutritional deficiencies and rebound overeating.
Physical activity tones muscles, boosts metabolism, improves blood and lymphatic circulation, reduces water retention, and increases fat burning.
Sleep plays an important role — it promotes cellular regeneration and the production of hormones needed for weight loss.
Six tips for losing weight.
Dietary supplements can support a weight loss program, but they are not a miracle solution. It's important to consult a healthcare professional.
Yes, it is possible to lose weight quickly and safely, but certain precautions must be taken. It’s best not to be impatient — overly drastic methods can have harmful health effects. Here are some tips to achieve it.
During the slimming phase, certain mistakes can compromise progress and harm health. The main mistakes to avoid include :
Slimming creams claim to reduce cellulite, firm the skin and sculpt the silhouette. However, their effectiveness is debated.
These products may be used as a complement to a healthy lifestyle, but they should not be considered a solution for weight loss or fat reduction.
Ingredients and active components
Slimming creams contain ingredients such as caffeine, theophylline, retinol, seaweed, and other plant-based compounds that claim to reduce fat and improve skin texture.
Mechanism of action
The active ingredients in slimming creams are intended to penetrate the skin and act on superficial fat cells. They may improve blood and lymphatic circulation, which could help reduce water retention and toxins in the tissues.
Some creams also contain ingredients that may stimulate collagen production, thereby firming the skin.
Results
The effects of slimming creams are generally temporary. Cellulite reduction and skin firming may be visible with regular use, but the results quickly fade if the application is discontinued.
Variable effectiveness
Results vary from person to person.
Superficial effects
Slimming creams act mainly on the superficial layers of the skin and do not target deep fat. They are not a replacement for weight loss methods.
| Type of consultation | Generally practiced rates |
|---|---|
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Cryolipolysis
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600 CHF per session |
Slimming treatments can complement a healthy lifestyle and help to improve the figure. The most popular techniques are :
Yes, it is possible to lose weight without doing sport, but it requires an approach that focuses mainly on diet and lifestyle: a balanced diet, good hydration, stress management and getting enough sleep.
Foods rich in fibre, lean protein and healthy fats promote weight loss. For example, green vegetables, fruit, fish, chicken, nuts and seeds.
Cayenne pepper is known for its fat-burning properties. The capsaicin it contains is thought to stimulate metabolism, but no studies have proven this.
A light meal consisting of green vegetables, lean proteins such as fish or chicken, and whole grains is ideal for losing belly fat.
Vegetables are excellent snacking options that won't make you fat.
Vegetables such as spinach, broccoli and courgettes can be eaten as much as you like without any risk of weight gain.
Water is one of the few 'foods' that provides 0 calories. Unsweetened herbal drinks, such as green tea, are also very low in calories.
Foods rich in protein and fibre, such as eggs, lentils and apples, are excellent natural appetite suppressants.
Drink plenty of water, eat fibre-rich foods, eat protein at every meal and avoid refined sugars.
Apples are an effective appetite suppressant thanks to their high fibre and water content, which makes you feel full.
The services described on this website apply to Swiss territory; there are differences between countries.
Contact
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