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Emsculpt vs Emsculpt NEO: What’s the Difference and Which One Is Better?

Both Emsculpt and Emsculpt NEO are revolutionary body contouring treatments—but they’re not the same. While both build muscle, only one can burn fat at the same time.

If you’re trying to decide which treatment is right for you, here’s what you need to know.


🔬 What Is Emsculpt?

Emsculpt is the original muscle-building device that uses High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) energy to stimulate powerful muscle contractions.

  • Causes up to 20,000 supramaximal contractions in a 30-minute session
  • Builds and tones muscles in the abs, glutes, arms, or thighs
  • Great for lean patients who want definition or performance enhancement
  • No fat reduction – only muscle toning

⚡ What Is Emsculpt NEO?

Emsculpt NEO combines HIFEM + Radiofrequency (RF) energy to simultaneously build muscle and burn fat.

  • Burns up to 30% fat and builds 25% more muscle (on average)
  • Ideal for all body types, including those with more stubborn fat
  • Suitable for abdomen, buttocks, arms, thighs, calves
  • FDA-cleared and backed by multiple clinical studies

🆚 Emsculpt vs Emsculpt NEO: What’s the Difference?

FeatureEmsculptEmsculpt NEO
Muscle Building✅ Yes✅ Yes (enhanced)
Fat Reduction❌ No✅ Yes
Suitable for Higher BMI⚠️ Limited✅ Yes
Technology UsedHIFEMHIFEM + RF
Treatment Time30 mins30 mins
Areas TreatedAbs, glutes, arms, thighsAbs, glutes, arms, thighs, calves

🎯 Which One Is Right for You?

Choose Emsculpt if:

  • You’re already lean and want more muscle definition
  • You don’t need fat reduction
  • You want to enhance core strength or athletic performance

Choose Emsculpt NEO if:

  • You want both fat loss + muscle gain
  • You have stubborn fat in areas like the lower belly or thighs
  • You want visible results in fewer sessions

At The Derm Lab, we offer only EMSCULPT NEO and can recommend the best one based on your goals, body type, and lifestyle.


💬 Real Client Feedback

“Emsculpt NEO gave me a noticeable reduction in lower belly fat after 4 sessions—and my core feels so much stronger.”
Sophie, 36

“I’m pretty lean, but Emsculpt helped define my abs more than I ever could with training alone.”
Liam, 29


📍 Book a Consultation at The Derm Lab

Not sure which one is right for you?
Our expert team can assess your goals and build a personalised plan.

👉 Book a complimentary consultation and take the first step toward a stronger, more sculpted you.

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