What should I be looking for in a machine?
You need to ensure that whatever machine you choose does Fat Cavitation, RF Skin Tightening and Vacuum Therapy. You must ensure the Fat Cav handpiece MUST be 40khz, any higher than that and you will NEVER get amazing results for your clients.
Combine this with my EXCLUSIVE mapping techniques and you will get OUTSTANDING INSTANT results for your clients.
Why you MUST use 40khz Fat Cavitation handpiece?
There are a few companies out there who are recommending machines that have 80khz handpieces or above. This is so wrong and a huge red flag when choosing your Trainer. These are companies that do NOT do clients. They do NOT have any experience with body sculpting, they are just selling courses. Please do your research!
Anything ABOVE 40khz is only for shallow areas like back fat etc. You must work with LOW khz to get results with fat cavitation for tummies, thighs etc.
Does your machine require TGA approval?
One of the most common questions I get from students before they join the body sculpting course is whether the machine needs to be TGA approved.
It's important to understand that while some treatments like fat cavitation and RF skin tightening are TGA approved, the machines themselves do not require TGA approval. The TGA primarily regulates medical devices to ensure safety and effectiveness, like pacemakers or skin needling pens. However, TGA approval for specific treatments doesn't automatically apply to the machines used for those treatments.
While it’s not mandatory for body sculpting machines to be TGA approved, some manufacturers choose to obtain TGA clearance for marketing purposes and to reassure customers about safety. However, this can cost upwards of $32,000.
From an insurance perspective, as long as your machine has EU certification (which meets high European standards), it is safe to use and covered by insurance. I’ve included the most recent certificate within the course, but if you'd like a personal copy, you can contact the supplier directly.
Please note that the machine you choose for your business is your responsibility. The machines we recommend are starter models, but you're welcome to choose a different option, including a TGA-approved machine, if you feel it better suits your needs. However, it’s the technique—not the machine—that delivers results.
Legally, as long as your machine has EU certification, it is safe to use on clients and covered by insurance. Ultimately, it's up to you to ensure the machine meets the standards for your business.
Please also note, our machines are non-medical devices and are for cosmetic treatments only. We do not diagnose or treat any medical conditions.
Important Update:
Kelly recently spoke with the TGA, and while there is no governing body for body sculpting or the beauty industry (which is surprising!), the representative confirmed that it’s a grey area. The key factor is whether the machine is used for medical treatment, which ours are not—they’re purely for cosmetic use. The TGA also mentioned that regulations may change in the future, but there’s no timeline for that yet.
Insurance companies have confirmed that as long as your machine has EU certification, that’s all they require, as EU standards are the most stringent globally.
You also have the flexibility to either include a machine in your Body Sculpting Programme bundle or ORDER ONE INDEPENDENTLY. For convenience, we provide our students with direct links to purchase EU-Certified machines at wholesale prices.
Reference:
https://www.tga.gov.au/what-tga-regulates
https://www.tga.gov.au/sites/default/files/an-introduction-to-regulation-of-medical-devices-in-australia.pdf
