Table of Contents
- What Is Whole Body Cryotherapy?
- What Is Cryoskin?
- What Are the Main Differences Between Cryotherapy and Cryoskin?
- Can You Combine Cryoskin With Other Treatments?
- Which Treatment Is Right for You?
- Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Whole Body Cryotherapy?
Whole body cryotherapy is a short, full-body exposure to extremely cold temperatures inside a cryotherapy chamber. Sessions typically last just three minutes, making it one of the fastest wellness treatments available.
The idea is straightforward: exposing your entire body to intense cold triggers a systemic response that your body feels well after you step out of the chamber. Research has shown that whole body cryotherapy may help reduce inflammation, with athletes and active individuals tending to see the most consistent benefits. Studies have also pointed to improvements in muscle soreness, pain, and post-exercise recovery.
Beyond recovery, many people report an immediate boost in energy and mood after their session, a combination of the body’s natural response to cold and the endorphin release that comes with it.
It is worth being upfront: the research is still developing, and benefits are primarily symptomatic. Cryotherapy works best as part of a consistent wellness routine rather than a standalone solution.
Please note: DripIV no longer offers whole body cryotherapy. If recovery is your main goal, our team can walk you through other options, such as the Athletic Recovery IV and our IV therapy treatments.
What Is Cryoskin?
Cryoskin is a targeted, non-invasive aesthetic treatment that uses a handheld wand to apply alternating warm and cold temperatures to specific areas of the body or face. Rather than a full-body chamber experience, Cryoskin works on a precise area, affecting fat cells or skin tissue without harming surrounding nerves, muscle, or skin.
DripIV offers two Cryoskin treatments:
Cryoskin Facial (also called a Cryo Facial): A 20-minute treatment that uses cold temperatures on the face, neck, and décolleté to stimulate collagen production, reduce fine lines, shrink pores, and improve skin elasticity. The Cryoskin Facial is one of the most popular non-invasive facial treatments available today, and many clients notice a visible lifting and tightening effect after a single session, with results continuing to build over a series of treatments.
Cryoskin Slimming (also called Cryo Slimming): A longer treatment that targets specific areas of stubborn fat using a three-phase process of heat followed by deep cold. Cryoskin Slimming works by triggering a natural cell death process in the targeted fat cells, which the body then gradually clears through the lymphatic system over the following weeks. The result is a slimmer contour in the treated area, with no surgery, no needles, and no downtime. Many people exploring cryo slimming are looking for a non-surgical alternative to body contouring procedures, and Cryoskin Slimming delivers exactly that.
Fat cells happen to be more vulnerable to cold temperatures than most other cell types, which is the principle that makes Cryoskin Slimming effective for localized contouring.
Cryoskin tends to be a good fit for:
- People with stubborn fat in specific areas that haven’t responded to diet and exercise
- Anyone looking for a non-surgical approach to body contouring and cryo slimming
- Those seeking a Cryoskin Facial or cryo facial for skin rejuvenation, tightening, or reducing visible signs of aging
- People wanting visible aesthetic results without any recovery time
What Are the Main Differences Between Cryotherapy and Cryoskin?
The simplest way to think about it: whole body cryotherapy is a recovery and wellness treatment, while Cryoskin — whether you’re considering a Cryoskin Facial, cryo facial, Cryoskin Slimming, or cryo slimming — is an aesthetic and body contouring treatment.
Whole body cryotherapy exposes the entire body to cold air for a few minutes and is generally used as part of recovery-focused wellness routines.
Cryoskin takes a more targeted approach, applying precise temperature changes to a specific area of your body or face. The aesthetic results from cryo slimming and Cryoskin Facials, including slimmer contours, tighter skin, and reduced fine lines, develop gradually over several weeks as your body processes the treatment.
Both are non-invasive, require no downtime, and can be part of a broader wellness routine. The difference is really in what you’re trying to achieve.
Can You Combine Cryoskin With Other Treatments?
Yes. Because the Cryoskin Facial and Cryoskin Slimming focus on different areas, some clients include both in their plan. Talk with our team about timing and which combination fits your goals.
Cryoskin treatments can also be paired with DripIV’s full treatment menu, including NAD+ therapy and booster shots, for a more comprehensive approach to how you look and feel.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
The answer comes down to your primary goal.
If your main goal is recovery from soreness or fatigue, Cryoskin isn’t designed for that. DripIV doesn’t offer whole body cryotherapy, but our team can suggest recovery-focused services such as the Athletic Recovery IV.
If your goal is cryo slimming or Cryoskin Slimming to reduce stubborn fat in a specific area, or a Cryoskin Facial or cryo facial to tighten and tone your skin and address visible signs of aging without surgery or downtime, Cryoskin is the more targeted and appropriate choice.
If you are unsure which Cryoskin treatment fits your situation, the team at DripIV is happy to walk you through the Cryoskin Facial and Cryoskin Slimming and help you build a plan around your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cryoskin painful? Cryoskin, whether you are getting a Cryoskin Facial, cryo facial, Cryoskin Slimming, or cryo slimming session, is generally described as a cold massage sensation. The alternating warm and cold temperatures make it comfortable for most clients, with no needles, suction, or incisions involved.
How many Cryoskin Slimming sessions will I need? Most clients see consistent changes after a minimum of three to five sessions, with optimal cryo slimming results typically appearing after five sessions. Fat reduction results continue to develop over several weeks as the body processes and eliminates the treated cells.
Are Cryoskin Slimming and cryo slimming results permanent? Fat cells that are destroyed through Cryoskin Slimming do not regenerate. That said, remaining fat cells can still expand with weight gain, so maintaining results through a healthy lifestyle matters.
Is there any downtime after Cryoskin? No. Cryoskin Facials and Cryoskin Slimming require no recovery time. You can return to normal activities immediately after your session.
Can I get a Cryoskin Facial and Cryoskin Slimming on the same day? This is worth discussing with our team, as individual responses vary and timing depends on your plan.
Who should avoid Cryoskin? If you’re pregnant, have unmanaged hypertension, circulatory issues, or a pacemaker, consult your doctor before booking Cryoskin.
Will I see results after just one Cryoskin Facial or cryo facial session? Many people notice an immediate improvement in skin tone and texture after their first Cryoskin Facial. For Cryoskin Slimming, some visible contouring can appear after the first session, with more pronounced cryo slimming results developing over subsequent treatments as the body continues processing the affected fat cells.
Does Cryoskin Slimming help with weight loss? Cryoskin Slimming is a body contouring treatment for specific areas, not a weight loss treatment. It works best as part of a wellness plan that includes healthy eating and exercise. DripIV’s Skinny Drip and Weight Loss MIC Booster can complement your plan.