Body Contouring
If there is an area of your body that seems slow to change despite a healthy routine, body contouring may be worth discussing. This page explains what it involves, what it is not and how the clinic assesses whether it suits you.
Quick answer
Body contouring refers to non-surgical treatments that focus on the shape of specific areas of the body, such as the abdomen, flanks or thighs, rather than overall weight. At Naomi Waite Aesthetics in Lancaster, Megashape Cavitation is offered for localised body contouring. It is not a weight-loss treatment, and suitability is assessed at consultation.
What is body contouring?
Body contouring is about the shape of particular areas of the body rather than your overall weight. Many people who are happy with their general health and lifestyle still have one or two localised areas, such as the lower abdomen, flanks, thighs or upper arms, that feel resistant to change and affect how clothes fit or how they feel about their shape.
Non-surgical body contouring treatments are designed to work on these localised areas as part of a planned programme. They are not a substitute for healthy eating, activity or medical weight management, and they are not intended for significant weight loss. They tend to be most relevant for people who are broadly comfortable with their weight and want to focus on specific areas.
Everyone's body is different, so the starting point is always an honest conversation about your goals, your health and what a treatment programme may realistically offer. You will be asked about your medical history, any recent changes in weight and what you would most like to change, so that any recommendation fits your circumstances. Results vary between people, and your practitioner will not promise a particular shape, size or measurement.
What affects body shape and stubborn areas?
Where your body stores fat, and how particular areas look, is influenced by much more than diet and exercise. This is why two people with similar lifestyles can have quite different shapes, and why some areas can feel more stubborn than others.
Common contributing factors include:
Understanding these factors helps set realistic expectations. A body-contouring programme may help improve the appearance of a localised area, but your body will continue to be shaped by these factors after treatment. Body contouring is also different from muscle toning: one focuses on the shape of an area, the other on the muscle beneath, and your practitioner can explain which fits your goals.
- Genetics, which play a large part in where the body tends to store fat
- Hormonal changes, including those around pregnancy and menopause
- Getting older, as body composition changes over time
- Changes in weight, activity levels or daily routine
- Lifestyle factors such as sleep, stress and diet
Frequently asked questions
Where the body stores fat is strongly influenced by genetics, hormones and age, as well as lifestyle. That is why some areas can feel resistant to diet and exercise even when you are otherwise healthy.
The right option depends on your goals, the area involved and your health. At Naomi Waite Aesthetics, Megashape Cavitation is offered for localised body contouring, and your practitioner will explain whether it suits you. If your goal is firmer-looking muscle rather than shape, muscle toning may be discussed instead.
Body contouring is usually planned as a programme rather than a single session, but the number depends on the area, your goals and how your body responds. Your practitioner will explain what a programme may involve at consultation.
Comfort varies from person to person and depends on the area being treated. Your practitioner will explain what the sessions feel like and check in with you throughout.
Your practitioner will explain what to expect during and after each session, along with any aftercare advice. We do not publish a set downtime, because experiences vary from person to person.
Results vary between people, and your body will continue to be influenced by weight changes, age, hormones and lifestyle after treatment. Keeping a steady weight and a healthy routine can help you maintain any improvement, and your practitioner can discuss this with you.
Suitability for body contouring depends more on your health, the area and your goals than on your skin type alone. Your practitioner will review your medical history and assess the area at consultation before recommending treatment.
Current prices are listed on our prices page. The cost of your plan depends on the area, your goals and the programme recommended, and your practitioner will confirm this at consultation before any treatment is booked.
No. Megashape Cavitation is used for localised body contouring, not for weight loss. It is not a substitute for healthy eating and activity, and your practitioner will talk through realistic expectations at consultation.
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