Many people, especially women, visit Regenus Center for weight loss solutions, specifically targeting cellulite, sagging skin, and excess weight. We want to clarify the key differences between liposuction and red light therapy so you can choose which approach best suits your needs.
We do not provide liposuction at Regenus Center, only red light therapy photobiomodulation as part of a more engaged Bio Vitality Protocol at the core of a healthy, performance lifestyle that produces real results.
We’ve added notes alongside the scientific references, sharing our insights and opinions based on clinical experience and guiding hundreds of people through red light therapy protocols. These notes provide a practical perspective on the study claims, reflecting the real-world results we’ve observed at Regenus Center.
Red light therapy (RLT) does not work by melting or removing fat like liposuction. Instead, it affects fat cells through a few key mechanisms, and various scientific studies support these effects.
Here’s a breakdown of what red light therapy does to fat cells:
1. Fat Cell Shrinkage
RLT has been shown to shrink fat cells temporarily. It works by triggering lipolysis, the breakdown of stored fat (triglycerides) into free fatty acids and glycerol, which are then released from the fat cells into the bloodstream. This process reduces the size of the fat cells but does not destroy them as liposuction does.
- Scientific Reference: One study published in the Journal of Obesity Surgery in 2011 found that patients undergoing RLT experienced a reduction in waist circumference, which was attributed to the release of lipids from fat cells after exposure to red light therapy.
Keep in mind that fat cells will return just as fast if you don’t adopt a lifestyle that enables you to live at or near your ideal weight. Even after Liposuction, your weight will increase as new fat cells emerge. So, going from liposuction surgery to liposuction surgery doesn’t make sense. What does make sense is red light therapy combined with lifestyle optimization.
2. Improved Cellular Metabolism
RLT stimulates the mitochondria in cells responsible for producing energy. This boost in mitochondrial activity helps cells function better and repair faster. When fat cells are exposed to Red light therapy, energy production increases, which can improve fat metabolism and reduce fat over time through natural bodily processes.
- Scientific Reference: A 2016 review in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine discusses how red light therapy increases mitochondrial function and ATP production, which enhances cellular energy and can aid in metabolic activities, including fat metabolism.
3. Reduction in Inflammation
Red light therapy has anti-inflammatory effects, which can benefit the overall health of fat cells and surrounding tissues. Reducing inflammation around fat cells may help the body process fat more efficiently and improve the appearance of the skin.
- Scientific Reference: A study published in Photomedicine and Laser Surgery showed that red light therapy can reduce inflammation, improve cell healing and metabolic processes, and indirectly support fat reduction.
4. Increased Collagen Production
Though not directly related to fat cells, red light therapy (RLT) can increase collagen production, which helps improve the skin’s elasticity and tightness in areas where fat is reduced. This is why RLT is often used in body contouring treatments.
- Scientific Reference: A 2014 study in the Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy noted that RLT increased collagen density in the skin, which can help improve the appearance of treated areas, especially after fat loss.
Key Differences from Liposuction:
While red light therapy can help shrink fat cells and improve body contour over time, it is not as immediate or invasive as liposuction. Liposuction physically removes fat cells, whereas RLT Photobiomodulation enhances the body’s natural processes to reduce fat in a non-invasive way.
Conclusion:
RLT helps reduce fat by promoting the natural breakdown and release of fats from fat cells, boosting cellular energy, and reducing inflammation. Unlike liposuction, which permanently removes fat but requires lifestyle changes to maintain the results, red light therapy is a gradual, non-invasive process that enhances and sustains your lifestyle, leading to continually improving outcomes over time.
