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New Year, New Goals - Same Stubborn Areas

December 22, 2025

January is the season of fresh starts. Many patients begin the year committed to improving their health, confidence, and overall well-being - and for many, that journey includes Medical Weight Loss with GLP-1 medications. While GLP-1 treatments are incredibly effective for supporting weight loss, it’s common for patients to notice that certain areas of stubborn fat remain, even as the number on the scale goes down. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and there is a solution. Keep reading to learn how our aesthetic professionals recommend pairing GLP-1 weight loss medication with CoolSculpting® Elite to help patients complete their transformation.

What GLP-1 Medications Do Best

GLP-1 medications, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, work by:


  • Reducing appetite and cravings
  • Supporting sustainable, gradual weight loss
  • Helping regulate blood sugar and metabolism
  • Encouraging healthier long-term habits


These medications are powerful tools for overall weight reduction and improved metabolic health. However, they are not designed to target specific fat pockets — which is where many patients begin to feel stuck.

Why Stubborn Fat Can Remain After Weight Loss

Weight loss alone does not always result in the body contour patients expect. Even after meaningful progress, long-standing fat cells in targeted areas may remain resistant to lifestyle changes and medication. This is a normal part of the weight loss journey and not a sign of failure.



For patients who are close to their goal weight or those who notice their progress slowing, addressing stubborn areas often becomes the next step in feeling confident and complete in their results.

How CoolSculpting Elite Complements GLP-1 Weight Loss

CoolSculpting Elite is a non-surgical fat reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to permanently eliminate fat cells in targeted areas. Unlike weight loss, which reduces the size of fat cells, CoolSculpting Elite removes them entirely. This allows for more precise contouring of areas that have not responded to diet, exercise, or medication alone. For patients already losing weight with GLP-1 medications, CoolSculpting Elite can help refine body shape and improve overall proportion without surgery or downtime.


CoolSculpting Elite is typically most effective once weight loss has stabilized and specific areas remain despite consistent progress. This is why every treatment at Belladerm MedSpa begins with a personalized consultation. Our experienced providers evaluate your goals, weight loss journey, and anatomy to determine the most appropriate treatment plan. We focus on treating to completion rather than offering "one-size-fits-all" solutions.

Why Combining GLP-1 Medications and CoolSculpting Elite Works

Combining GLP-1 weight loss medication with CoolSculpting Elite allows patients to address both overall weight reduction and stubborn fat at the same time. Medication supports internal health and sustainable weight loss, while CoolSculpting Elite focuses on external contour and definition. At Belladerm MedSpa, we view this combination as part of a complete approach to confident living. Weight loss is an important milestone, but feeling comfortable in your body often requires more than one solution.


Belladerm MedSpa offers a comprehensive approach to medical weight loss and body contouring. Our team provides customized treatment plans, advanced technology, and thoughtful guidance throughout every stage of the journey. We believe results should feel natural, balanced, and aligned with how you feel in your body.

Start the New Year With a Complete Plan

If you are already investing in your health with GLP-1 weight loss medication, pairing it with CoolSculpting Elite may be the next step in achieving your goals. January is the ideal time to plan what comes next! Schedule a complimentary consultation with our medical professionals to learn how medical weight loss and CoolSculpting Elite can work together to support your journey from start to finish.

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