Smart Lipo (SmartLipo) reviews by RealSelf.com users

78% said worth it (45 reviews)       22% said not worth it (13 reviews)
Cost of Smart Lipo: $5,920 (average of 58 reviews)

SmartLipo is a laser treatment that targets stubborn body fat areas using a laser surgery technique that uses a laser-tipped tube that works under the skin, shining directly at the fat cells.

Tags: body contouring, body fat, body firming, inner thighs, knee fat, laser liposuction, laser treatment, liposuction alternative, love handles, saddle bags, sagging skin, skin laser, thighs, weight loss

Most helpful favorable review

67 people found this Smart Lipo review helpful:

Second time’s a charm with smartlipo

I’ve had SmartLipo twice. Originally I was one of its main critics but after the second time I am much happier with it. There’s a catch. First of all, SmartLipo is new so everyone needs to consider that. No matter what they say about testing and FDA this and that, no doc is experienced yet and no one... Full Smart Lipo review

Published Aug 31, 2007

Most helpful critical review

117 people found this Smart Lipo review helpful:

Be careful - not worth it with anyone but a...

This review is for anyone considering Smartlipo.  I'm not anti-smartlipo, but this procedure is significantly misrepresented by Cynosure, the maker of the smartlipo machine and publisher of the brochures, along with many doctors who should NOT be anywhere near this device.  I'm one of the unlucky... Full Smart Lipo review

Published Jun 8, 2008 by bowling babe
Loved the results ~ Smart Lipo was worth it
Skeeter   Austin, TX  Jul 22, 2008  Smart Lipo Cost: $5,010  Pain: Mild
Smart Lipo for belly fat, bra fat
Wondeful results for problem areas that I had at waistline and below bra line on my back. I had lipo before and this was fantastic, not as... more

So far so good, trying to have patience for final results of smart lipo... ~ Smart Lipo was worth it
Delaneydealba   Austin, TX  Jul 22, 2008  Smart Lipo Cost: $6,000  Pain: Uncomfortable
I had Smart Lipo about two weeks ago on my upper/lower abs and flanks. The procedure was uncomfortable, but tolerable. I was awake the entire time... more

Jury still out ~ Smart Lipo was worth it
Cdg954   Jacksonville  Jul 22, 2008  Smart Lipo Cost: $7,050  Pain: Uncomfortable
I had smart lipo with suction and Vaser Lipo all done July 15th in Jacksonville, Florida. Like many in good shape, I had my problem areas that... more

Smartlipo-the jury is out??? still waiting ~ Smart Lipo was worth it
Workingmom3girls   Chicago  Jul 20, 2008  Smart Lipo Cost: $6,200  Pain: Mild
Had smart lipo July 3 on flanks, abdomine and inner thighs. I was put under general which was fine with me. I actually prefered it and it did not... more

Smart lipo on 7/17/2008 - hoping for good results! ~ Smart Lipo was worth it
AV.   Houston, TX  Jul 19, 2008  Smart Lipo Cost: $6,500  Pain: Painfree
Today is Monday, I am back at work 4 day after the procedure. I am not in real pain but I am not comfortable either. A lot of people compare the... more

Having tremendous difficulty with smartlipo on thighs ~ Smart Lipo was NOT worth it
Annie_va   Sterling, VA  Jul 19, 2008  Smart Lipo Cost: $4,800  Pain: Severe
On July 11th I had smart lipo done on my inner thighs/knees. The procedure took about 2.5 hours and was painful but bearable. I went home around... more

7 days out and still loving it!!! ~ Smart Lipo was worth it
IDrG   NY  Jul 14, 2008  Smart Lipo Cost: $7,500  Pain: Painfree
7 days out and still loving it!!!
Having 2 wonderful children left me with the additional perks of stretch marks and stomach pooch - so, I've decided to do something for me this... more

Vaser/smart lipo ~ Smart Lipo was worth it
SRodrigues   Tampa, Florida  Jul 13, 2008  Smart Lipo Cost: $3,500  Pain: Mild
I had Vaser/Smart Lipo 6 weeks ago. They melted the fat, suctioned it out and then used a laser (smart lipo) to tighten the skin. I had my upper... more

Dangerous physician ~ Smart Lipo was NOT worth it
Capobch   Corona Del Mar, CA  Jul 12, 2008  Smart Lipo Cost: $8,000  Pain: Severe
My experience with this doctor is that she is reckless and dangerous. She does not have the training or skill to perform body contouring. Her... more

Smart lipo works ~ Smart Lipo was worth it
Kentuckygirl   Pikeville, KY  Jul 11, 2008  Smart Lipo Cost: $9,000  Pain: Painfree
I had my upper/lower abs, and love handles done about 12 weeks ago. I have lost over 4 inches, and can see a remarkable improvement in my waist... more

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