AirSculpt® vs Awake Liposuction in Chicago | BodyLuxe®
February 7, 2026
Patients considering body contouring in Chicago often compare AirSculpt® with boutique, surgeon-led awake liposuction. This page explains practical differences in surgeon involvement, and pricing factors so you can make an informed decision.
Trademark notice: AirSculpt® is a registered trademark of its respective owner. This page references the mark for comparative and informational purposes only. BodyLuxe is not affiliated with or endorsed by AirSculpt®.
Many modern body contouring options (including branded approaches and surgeon-led awake liposuction) may involve small incisions, local/tumescent anesthesia, and an outpatient setting for appropriately selected patients. Exact techniques and protocols vary by provider and individual plan.
Corporate clinic models may involve teams and standardized workflows across locations. In surgeon-owned practices, care is often designed and delivered with higher continuity, meaning the same surgeon evaluates you, sets the plan, performs the procedure, and guides follow-up.
Why it matters: aesthetic outcomes can depend on surgical judgment, technique, and real-time decisions, not just equipment.
Some branded systems emphasize standardization, while boutique practices often emphasize tailoring the approach to your anatomy, goals, and safety needs. Customization may include decisions about treatment zones, contour blending, and scar placement where relevant.
Pricing can vary widely based on scope, complexity, geographic market, staffing, facility costs, and business model. National brands may carry marketing and corporate overhead that differs from a surgeon-owned practice.
Important: Pricing alone does not indicate medical quality. The more meaningful question is whether the plan, execution, and follow-up match your goals and risk profile.
Many patients value knowing who is ultimately accountable for their plan and outcome. A surgeon-owned, surgeon-led practice typically means clinical decisions are physician-directed rather than driven by multi-location protocol.
There is no single “best” option for everyone. The right choice depends on your anatomy, goals, medical history, risk tolerance, and preference for care style (e.g., standardized vs highly individualized).
BodyLuxe® does not claim that any branded method is universally superior, and we do not guarantee outcomes. We aim to provide transparent education so you can compare options responsibly.
If you have a written quote from another provider, you are welcome to bring it to your consultation. We can review the proposed plan, clarify differences in scope, and discuss options based on medical suitability.
Any discussion of matching or adjusting pricing is case-by-case and depends on medical appropriateness, procedure scope, and what is clinically indicated for your goals and safety.
Body contouring is a medical decision. A consultation helps you understand your options, expected recovery, and realistic outcomes for your body.
AirSculpt is a branded approach that involves fat removal through small incisions. “Liposuction” is a broader category of procedures with many techniques and variations. The specifics depend on the provider’s method and the individualized plan.
For appropriately selected patients and when performed by qualified clinicians in a properly equipped setting, awake/tumescent techniques can be performed safely. Candidacy depends on medical history, treatment areas, and procedure scope.
Pricing may reflect procedure scope, complexity, staff and facility costs, geographic market, included services, and business model (corporate vs surgeon-owned). Ask for an itemized scope so you can compare like-for-like.
No. Outcomes are individualized and depend on anatomy, healing, and adherence to aftercare. Any pricing discussion is case-by-case and depends on medical appropriateness and procedure scope.
If available, bring written quotes, treatment area diagrams, and any pre-op instructions you received elsewhere. We’ll review scope and help you compare options in a medically responsible way.
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Natural shape. Faster recovery. Surgeon-led care.
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“La mejor experiencia que he tenido de verdad que fue un excelente trabajo y mi recuperación en menos de dos semanas yo ya estaba dando clases de zumba me encantó la silueta que me quedó Gracias doctor Daniel J Farrugia MD PhD”
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✨Only 3 Months Post-Op — And the Waist Is Already Undeniable.✨
This lovely patient is just 3 months post-procedure and her results are already turning heads — with final outcomes continuing to refine through 6 months.
💎 What was treated:
• Upper abdomen
• Lower abdomen
• Waist
• Flanks
• Lower back
🔥 Why this result hits different:
• Waist = snatched, sculpted, and defined
• Abdomen looks smoother and more contoured
• Back curves now flow seamlessly into the waist
• Natural shape enhancement — not overdone, just refined
💤 Procedure highlights:
• Performed awake
• No general anesthesia
• No scars, no stitches
• Recovery is typically 4–5 days
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We get it.
At BodyLuxe, BBLs are approved and explained the right way. Our Awake Gold Coast BBL™ is comfortable and safer than general anesthesia ✅🍑
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Awake, comfortable, and watching Elf 🎄
This is what awake FormSculpt® body contouring looks like at BodyLuxe.
Wishing you a cozy and confident holiday season ✨
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After a long week of changing lives, Dr. Farrugia is officially clocking out 💻✨Laptop closed, vibes on — ready for the holiday week ahead — who else is?🎄🕺
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When your patient sends a twerking video because she’s that excited about her new BBL and tiny waist… we know we did our job. 😌 🍑
Minimal downtime (usually just 4–5 days) and completely awake during the procedure — and she’s already showing off that curvy, sculpted booty.🔥
We absolutely love getting these fun updates from our patients. Keep them coming.✨
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✨ Dream curves, delivered. ✨
This beauty had unwanted fat removed from her upper + lower abdomen, waist, and flanks—then sculpted into the round, lifted shape she always wanted with a BBL. 🍑
💎 No stitches. No scars. No repeat treatments.
💎 Awake procedure with minimal downtime (just 4–5 days).
💎 One & done for lasting results.
Snatched waistline ➝ sculpted hips ➝ fuller buttocks.
Her silhouette speaks for itself. 🔥
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✨ Thin skin, meet your match. 👋 Did you know you can restore youthfulness to your hands with your own fat? ✨
As we age, the skin on our hands can become thinner, revealing tendons and veins. With fat transfer, we can gently add back volume using your body’s own natural fat, creating smoother, softer, and more youthful-looking hands.
✅ Minimal downtime
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✅ Long-lasting improvement
Your hands can look as radiant as you feel—without fillers or implants.
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Ready to sculpt on the Magnificent Mile? BodyLuxe specializes in awake, minimally invasive liposuction and natural fat transfer—performed under local anesthesia at our Chicago clinic in the John Hancock Center.
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📍 Location: BodyLuxe, John Hancock Center, Chicago, IL
Why BodyLuxe:
Awake procedures under local anesthesia (no general anesthesia)
Minimally invasive approach designed for precision and comfort
Natural‑looking contouring and fat transfer options
Downtown convenience on the Magnificent Mile
Procedures we offer:
Liposuction: abdomen, waist, flanks, thighs, arms, chin
Fat Transfer: breasts, buttocks (BBL), hands
Skin Tightening with Renuvion (J-Plasma)
What to expect:
Private 1:1 consultation with the surgeon to confirm candidacy and goals
Personalized treatment plan reviewed by our clinical team
Clear aftercare guidance and support
Go to https://bodyluxe.com to request your complimentary consultation.
Disclaimers:
This video is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consultation is required to determine candidacy. All procedures carry risks; we’ll review these with you in detail. Individual results vary. Footage may feature a model; not a patient.
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Snatched for Summer — Jawline Edition ✨
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✅ Awake procedure • Tiny entry points • Minimal downtime*
✅ Performed by Dr. Daniel J. Farrugia in our Chicago clinic on Michigan Avenue
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Deadline: Offers valid for procedures performed by September 30, 2025.
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Medical & offer notes: Results and recovery vary. Not a weight‑loss treatment. Candidacy, areas, and pricing determined at consultation. Financing on approved credit. Renuvion® treats appropriate skin laxity; individual outcomes differ.
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A snatched jawline is just 30 minutes away ⏱️
Tired of that double chin lingering in photos? 📸 This stunning transformation is all thanks to chin fat removal + Renuvion® skin tightening, performed awake and in-office by Dr. Farrugia.
✅ No general anesthesia
✅ Quick recovery—most are back to work the next day
✅ Noticeable definition and tighter skin
From full to flawless in under an hour. This isn’t just about removing fat—it’s about revealing your natural structure and delivering that snatched jawline you’ve been dreaming of. 💫
✨ Sculpted. Sleek. Snatched.
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📍John Hancock Tower 875 N Michigan Ave Chicago,IL
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