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=How long does it take to work?=

The effects of CoolSculpting should start within a few weeks, but the full effect may take 3-4 months<ref name="CsPig"/>.

Having reviewed the evidence for the commercial CoolSculpting, I wondered if it would be possible to replicate the effects by simply applying ice to the skin. The levels of fat on my legs are noticeably lower than other parts of my body, which might be the result of regular icing. There is evidence that applying ice to the skin produces an inflammation response in just a few minutes<ref name="CyroMeta"/>, so this approach seems viable. '''Use only ice cubes in a bag. Do not use gel packs as these are cold enough to cause skin damage.''' For more details, see [[Cryotherapy]].

So I undertook a simple experiment and applied a bag of ice to the right side of my abdomen for 1-3 hours a day for two weeks. I generally did this in the evenings, applying the ice while watching TV or reading. While the ice is initially uncomfortable and cold, this sensation disappears in a couple of minutes. It also seems that after the first few times the ice is applied, the discomfort is far less.

==Results of DIY CoolSculpting==

[[File:CoolSculpting asym1.jpg|none|thumb|400px|The asymmetry resulting from icing the left side of abdomen using an oblique light to highlight the differences. The larger shadow on the right of the picture highlights the reduction in fat thickness in this area. You can also see larger bulges on the left side of the photo.]]

[[File:CoolSculpting asym2.jpg|none|thumb|400px|The asymmetry highlighted by taking the image from an oblique angle.]]

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