Here’s the number that changes everything: a single zone of cryolipolysis (fat freezing) at Elyzea in Lima costs $57 USD per session. In the United States, the same treatment — branded as CoolSculpting — runs $750 to $1,500 per zone. That’s a savings of 85–93%. If you’re considering body contouring and open to medical tourism, Lima deserves your attention.
Side-by-Side: Cryolipolysis at a US Clinic vs Elyzea in Lima
Where the same FDA-cleared device class is used at both clinics, the price gap reflects operating costs and provider model — not equipment quality or clinical outcome (peer-reviewed efficacy review: PubMed 25590400).
| Factor | Typical US Clinic | Elyzea (Lima) |
|---|
| Cost (per zone) | $750 – $2,000 | From $57 |
| Device class | FDA-cleared cryolipolysis | FDA-cleared cryolipolysis |
| Session duration | 35 – 60 min | 35 – 60 min |
| Provider | Aesthetician or RN | Board-certified plastic surgeon |
| Result timeline | Visible at 4–12 weeks | Visible at 4–12 weeks |
| Typical sessions per zone | 1 – 2 | 1 – 2 |
| Follow-up visit | $100 – $200 | Included (in-person or virtual) |
| Consultation fee | $50 – $150 | Free |
Cryolipolysis Price at Elyzea: 2026 Rates
At Elyzea, each cryolipolysis session costs S/200 per zone (40-minute treatment) — approximately $57 USD at the current exchange rate. This is a flat, transparent price with no hidden fees or mandatory packages.
To put this in perspective:
- Average in Lima: S/200 – S/600 per zone, depending on the center and equipment quality
- United States (CoolSculpting by Allergan/AbbVie — official clinical info): $750 – $1,500 USD per zone per session
- Savings vs. US prices: 85–93% — even treating multiple zones costs less than a single US session
For many international patients, the savings on just one multi-zone treatment more than cover the cost of flights and accommodation in Lima.
What Factors Affect the Total Cost?
While our per-zone price is fixed, your total investment depends on several factors:
- Number of zones: Each body area is treated independently — abdomen, flanks (love handles), inner thighs, outer thighs, arms, and chin (submental area) each count as one zone
- Number of sessions per zone: Most patients need 1 to 3 sessions per zone for optimal results
- Equipment quality: Certified devices with precise temperature control deliver superior, safer results compared to generic machines
- Medical supervision: At Elyzea, Dr. Geldres — a board-certified plastic surgeon — oversees all treatments. Not every center offers physician-level supervision
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
The number of sessions varies by individual, but here are the general guidelines:
- Most patients: 1 to 3 sessions per zone
- Spacing: Sessions are scheduled 2 to 3 months apart — your body needs time to naturally eliminate the destroyed fat cells
- Fat reduction per session: Each session reduces approximately 20–25% of fat in the treated area
- Individual variation: Some patients achieve satisfactory results after just 1 session; others benefit from 2 or 3 for a more pronounced reduction
For a deeper dive into how the treatment works, read our complete guide to cryolipolysis.
When Will I See Results?
Cryolipolysis is not an instant-results procedure. The body’s natural process of eliminating frozen fat cells takes time:
- Weeks 2–3: Subtle changes begin — the treated area feels firmer
- Month 2: Visible, measurable reduction in body contour
- Month 3: Full results — maximum fat reduction in the treated zone
The best part: results are permanent. Fat cells destroyed by controlled cooling do not regenerate. As long as you maintain a stable weight through balanced nutrition and regular activity, the improved contour lasts indefinitely.
Important: Cryolipolysis is not a weight-loss treatment. It is specifically designed to eliminate stubborn, localized fat deposits that resist diet and exercise.
Am I a Good Candidate?
Cryolipolysis works best for specific patient profiles:
- Ideal candidates: People near their target weight with stubborn fat pockets in specific areas
- Common treatment areas: Abdomen, love handles (flanks), inner and outer thighs, upper arms, and chin (double chin)
- Not recommended for: Obesity or significant weight loss goals — better alternatives exist for those cases
- Contraindications: Cryoglobulinemia, cold urticaria, pregnancy
Why Choose Elyzea in Miraflores?
- Price transparency: $57 USD per zone — no hidden costs, no mandatory packages
- Medical oversight: Dr. Geldres (board-certified plastic surgeon) evaluates and supervises every treatment
- Free evaluation: We determine whether cryolipolysis is the right treatment for you — virtual consultations available for international patients
- Combination treatments: Pair with EMSbody (electromagnetic muscle toning) for superior body contouring results during your visit
- Premium location: Advanced aesthetic medicine center in Miraflores, Lima’s most walkable and visitor-friendly district
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Cryolipolysis at Elyzea — for the right candidate
Cryolipolysis (commercially branded as CoolSculpting and equivalents) uses controlled cooling to selectively destroy adipocytes (fat cells) in localized treatment zones. The technology is FDA-cleared and produces visible fat reduction in 2–3 months as the body clears the destroyed cells naturally. It is not a weight-loss procedure — it is a contouring procedure for localized fat deposits on patients with stable weight and reasonable BMI. Best candidates: patients within 10–15 lbs of their goal weight with localized fat (abdominal, flank, back, inner-thigh) that resists exercise and diet. At Elyzea, the protocol is calibrated to your specific anatomy at consultation. For patients with skin laxity in addition to localized fat, combining cryolipolysis with body Morpheus8 or HIFU produces stronger combined results.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does cryolipolysis cost in Lima compared to the US?
A single zone of cryolipolysis at Elyzea in Lima starts at $57 USD. In the United States, CoolSculpting (the trademarked version of cryolipolysis) typically runs $750 to $2,000 per zone. The technology, FDA-cleared cryolipolysis applicators, and the underlying mechanism are the same — the price difference reflects lower operating costs in Peru, not lower quality.
Is cryolipolysis the same as CoolSculpting?
Yes. CoolSculpting is the brand name for cryolipolysis owned by Allergan/AbbVie. Other manufacturers produce equally effective cryolipolysis devices that are FDA-cleared. The clinical mechanism — controlled cooling that triggers apoptosis of fat cells — is identical across compliant systems.
How many sessions will I need?
Most patients see optimal results from 1–2 sessions per zone. Stubborn or larger areas may require a third session. A free virtual consultation with Dr. Geldres lets us evaluate your specific zones and design a session plan before you commit to anything.
When will I see results?
Initial reduction is visible at 4–6 weeks; final results are usually evident at 12 weeks as the body metabolizes the treated fat cells. Treated cells do not return — they are eliminated permanently.
Is cryolipolysis safe at this price point?
Yes. At Elyzea every cryolipolysis session is performed in a medical-grade clinic supervised by Dr. Geldres, a board-certified plastic surgeon. The applicators are FDA-cleared, parameters follow the manufacturer's protocols, and the lower price simply reflects Peru's operating costs — not corner-cutting on equipment, protocol, or supervision.
Why Elyzea is different in Lima
Three things separate Elyzea from most aesthetic-medicine providers operating in Lima and across Latin America. First, we use real, manufacturer-genuine equipment — not the Chinese imitations sold under similar-sounding brand names that flood the regional market. Whether the procedure involves a HIFU platform, a CO₂ laser, a Morpheus8 unit, a picosecond laser, or any other technology, the device is the genuine FDA-cleared (or equivalent) product, with manufacturer service contracts and original consumables. Second, an MD anesthesiologist is on-site for procedures that require it. Topical numbing alone is inadequate for many protocols at the depth or energy that actually delivers results; on-site anesthesia means we can run the protocol as designed without forcing patients to grit through pain or quietly reducing energy mid-procedure. Third, a full clinical setup includes a treatment room, an anesthesia bay with proper emergency equipment, a private recovery room where patients can decompress 30–60 minutes before leaving, and a dispensary that stocks post-procedure care products. Not a single-bed spa room.
For patients flying to Lima from the US, Canada, Europe, or other Latin American countries, this clinical infrastructure is the prerequisite — not a marketing add-on. When you're a medical tourist, you don't have a local primary-care doctor and you don't have family in the same time zone. The clinic itself has to be capable of handling whatever happens during and after the procedure, in real time.
What the free virtual consultation covers
The 45-minute free virtual consultation with Dra. Geldres is the starting point for any treatment plan. We review your goals in detail, your medical history including current medications and skincare routine, photos of the area or concern (taken with consistent lighting), and any prior aesthetic treatments and their outcomes. We then discuss realistic options for your specific case, what each delivers, what each does not, and what a sensible sequence looks like if multiple modalities are appropriate.
For medical-tourism patients, the consultation also covers travel logistics: trip length, hotel recommendations in Miraflores, what to bring, when to arrive relative to the procedure, and what to plan for the recovery window. The goal is that you arrive in Lima with a clear plan and no surprises — and the freedom to redirect or decline anything that isn't right for you. The consultation is genuinely free and does not commit you to anything. Patients traveling from Chile can also read our Lima vs Santiago aesthetic medicine cost comparison with a treatment-by-treatment table and net trip math.