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Vanquish Me Vs Laser Lipo: Comparing Non - Invasive Fat Reduction Treatments

If you’re weighing up the pros and cons of non-invasive fat reduction treatments, it’s likely that the two treatments you’re looking at are Vanquish ME and laser lipo. Both of these fat reduction treatments can help you to lose fat from your body without undergoing invasive surgery, and they’re both highly effective treatments when carried out correctly.

However, while both are effective in reducing fat, there are many differences between these treatment options. In fact, one of these treatments is safer, more effective, and quicker than the other. Let’s compare Vanquish ME with laser lipo to find out who our clear winner is.

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What is Vanquish ME?

Vanquish ME, or Vanquish Maximum Energy, is a contactless technology for non-invasive fat reduction. Using Vanquish ME, it’s possible to target unwanted fatty areas of the body to sculpt the figure into a more desirable shape.

Vanquish ME is a patented system by BTL Aesthetics that works by using radiofrequency energy to heat and destroy fat cells under the skin. It heats the fat up to a maximum temperature of around 43 to 45 degrees Celsius, which destroys fat cells that your body then naturally metabolises.

Vanquish ME is usually delivered as a package of multiple treatments, with many patients finding that they experience the best results from four treatments in the same area. Most patients use Vanquish ME to target fat on the abdomen and thighs.

What makes Vanquish ME unique?

Vanquish ME is a unique treatment because it boasts the biggest applicator available on the market today. The large size of the Vanquish ME applicator means that more of the body can be covered at a time, speeding up the procedure and reducing discomfort for patients.

This means that Vanquish ME treatments are more cost-effective, quicker, and more efficient when compared to similar options on the market. For patients wanting to target multiple areas of the body for fat removal, Vanquish ME can be used to treat the abdomen and flanks at the same time.


Other benefits of opting for Vanquish ME non-invasive fat reduction include:

  • It’s contactless, which means there’s no skin-pulling. In fact, RF technology tightens the skin instead of leaving it loose.

  • It only takes four 45-minute weekly sessions to obtain optimal results.
  • Your doctors will be totally in control of the effectiveness of your treatments because they use a live reading machine to gather real-time data.

  • Vanquish ME is, unlike some other fat reduction treatments, suitable for candidates with a BMI below or in excess of 30.

  • Due to the gentle nature of the procedure, recovery time after a Vanquish ME session is minimal. You could even squeeze a treatment into your lunch break.

Does Vanquish ME carry risks?

The risks of Vanquish ME treatment are minimal. Most complications of Vanquish ME are rare and mild, and they include:

  • Swelling and redness around the area of treatment

  • Small fibrous fat lumps under the skin that go away with massage

  • Superficial burns or blisters if the skin is moist during treatment However, the majority of people that undergo Vanquish ME treatment suffer from no negative side effects or complications.

What is laser lipo?

Laser lipo, which is short for laser lipolysis, is a more traditional type of fat reduction treatment that’s also non-invasive and non-surgical. Laser lipo takes around half an hour, and most patients can resume normal activity straight away after their treatment.

When you undergo laser lipo, your doctor will attach large, paddle-like applicators to the areas that you want to target. These paddles emit heat that penetrates the skin to destroy the fat cells underneath it, which are then metabolised by your body.

Like Vanquish ME, laser lipo uses heat to destroy fat cells in the body. However, laser lipo uses heat from lasers while Vanquish ME uses heat from radiofrequency waves. This small difference means that the results and side effects of the two procedures can be quite different.


What are the benefits of laser lipo?

The primary benefit of laser lipo over Vanquish ME is that laser lipo is usually done in just one session of around 30 minutes. The results aren’t clearly visible straight away, but around six weeks after your treatment, you should see the final results of your laser lipo. However, some people do need more than one treatment for optimal results.

Otherwise, many of the benefits of opting for laser lipo over traditional, surgical fat reduction methods are similar:

  • Laser lipo is non-invasive, which means recovery times are fast and the procedure itself can be carried out relatively quickly.
  • Laser lipo carries the risk of fewer complications when compared to surgical liposuction.
  • Laser lipo is suitable for people with a BMI of around 32 or lower. Many people report minimal pain and discomfort during a laser lipo treatment, and you can resume your regular activities straight away following the procedure.

Does laser lipo carry risks?

Laser lipo carries some small risks, although it’s still considerably safer than surgical fat reduction procedures. The most common or significant risks associated with laser lipo include:

  • Infection at the site of treatment

  • Skin necrosis

  • Dimpling

  • Numbness

  • Scarring

  • Sagging skin

  • Discolouration

  • Redness and swelling at the site of treatment

  • Pain during or after the procedure

While this list sounds quite intimidating, it’s important to note that the majority of people who undergo laser lipo do not experience these side effects.

Vanquish ME vs laser lipo: which is better?

When you’re weighing up whether to opt for Vanquish ME or laser lipo, it’s important to consider the major differences between the two treatments. Both Vanquish ME and laser lipo are effective ways to reduce fat in targeted areas of the body. However, in our view, Vanquish ME is the clear winner as the best non-invasive fat reduction treatment on the market today.

Vanquish ME is suitable for a wider range of people because it’s effective for people with higher BMIs. This means that you don’t have to struggle with diets and weight loss to prepare for your treatment: you can have it done just as you are.

Vanquish ME is also, without a doubt, safer than laser lipo. Both Vanquish ME and laser lipo carry some small risks, but only laser lipo sometimes results in skin tightening after the procedure. Other risks associated with laser lipo include skin necrosis, infection, and dimpling. Both Vanquish ME and laser lipo are free from the risk of paradoxical adipose hyperplasia, a concerning side effect of fat-freezing treatments that can sometimes result in excessive fat growth.

Many people also find Vanquish ME to be a faster, more comfortable, and more convenient treatment than laser lipo. While both treatments are non-invasive, RF technology is usually more comfortable than laser heating and causes less discomfort during the procedure. Laser lipo is also more likely to result in swelling and redness after the procedure.

Get in touch

Ultimately, the decision of whether to opt for Vanquish ME or laser lipo is yours. Before making a big decision, it’s important to speak with experienced professionals such as our consultants at the Wimbledon Clinic Aesthetics.

We can help you to understand how each procedure works and which procedure is better for you. Call us today on [insert number] to find out more about our non-invasive fat reduction treatments.

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