FAQ

What is The Body Lab Method™?

The Body Lab Method™ is a manual-first sculpting approach that combines hands-on technique with intentionally selected sculpting tools to refine shape, support lymphatic flow, and improve how the body looks and feels. Every session is designed specifically for your body and focus areas.
Nothing is one-size-fits-all.

Is this a massage or a body sculpting session?

It’s neither traditional massage nor medical treatment.

Our sessions are sculpting-focused bodywork designed to refine contours, support drainage, and improve how the body looks and feels over time. Pressure, pace, and tools are adjusted based on your goals and comfort.

How does sculpting at The Body Lab work?

You choose your focus (zone, full body, face, or combination).
We select the appropriate techniques and tools.

Sessions may include:

  • manual sculpting and fascia release

  • wood therapy

  • silicone cupping

  • vacuum contouring

  • EMS muscle activation

  • vibration plate warm-up

  • sauna blanket rest

  • red light recovery

Not every tool is used every time. The method is always customized.

What areas can be treated?

We work with zones as well as full-body and facial sessions.

Common focuses include:

  • waist and abdomen

  • arms

  • legs and thighs

  • back and bra line

  • glutes

  • full-body sculpting

  • face, jaw

Your practitioner will guide zone selection based on your goals.

What results can I expect?

Clients commonly report:

  • a smoother, more refined appearance

  • visible contour definition

  • reduced puffiness or heaviness

  • improved tissue feel

  • a lighter, cleaner body sensation

Results vary and are influenced by consistency, lifestyle, and individual physiology. Sculpting is cumulative.
One session can feel great. A series creates change.

How many sessions do I need?

Some clients book sessions for maintenance or pre-event prep.
Others follow a short series for visible sculpting momentum.

We typically recommend:

  • consistency over intensity

  • spacing sessions based on your body and schedule

  • maintenance visits once results are established

There is no universal number. Your body is not a template.

Is this safe?

Our sessions are non-surgical, non-invasive, and designed with comfort and discretion in mind. We do not diagnose, treat, or claim to cure medical conditions.

Certain health conditions, medications, or pregnancy may limit which tools can be used. Please disclose relevant information during intake so we can adjust your session appropriately.

Does it hurt?

No.
Pressure and intensity are always adjusted to your comfort level.

Some techniques may feel deep or unfamiliar at first, especially when working with fascia or congestion, but sessions should never feel aggressive or unsafe.

Can I combine different techniques in one session?

Yes. That is the foundation of our method.

Manual sculpting is often combined with tool-based techniques to support contouring, activation, and recovery. Your practitioner selects combinations based on your goals and how your body responds.

What is wood therapy?

Wood therapy is a sculpting technique that uses specially designed wooden tools to support contouring, tissue movement, and lymphatic flow. It is often combined with manual sculpting for definition and smoothing.

What is vacuum therapy?

Vacuum therapy uses controlled suction to lift tissue, support circulation, and enhance sculpting in selected zones. It is used selectively and always within the context of the overall method.

What is EMS activation?

EMS activation uses electromagnetic stimulation to activate targeted muscle groups. It is offered as a supporting layer, not a standalone solution, and may be included in certain sessions when appropriate.

What is the sauna blanket, vibration plate, and red light used for?

These are used in layers, not treatments on their own.

They may be used to:

  • warm the body before sculpting

  • support relaxation and circulation

  • allow the body to rest and integrate after manual work

Not every session includes every layer.

Are before-and-after photos real?

Yes. All before-and-after images represent real clients who consented to sharing their results. Individual outcomes vary and reflect consistency, timing, and personal physiology.

Is this for weight loss?

No.

Our work focuses on shape, contour, and tissue quality, not weight loss. Many clients notice visual changes without changes on the scale.

Who is this best for?

The Body Lab is ideal for clients who:

  • value consistency and craft over quick fixes

  • want refined, natural-looking results

  • prefer manual, hands-on work with discretion

  • appreciate a calm, elevated environment

Who is this not for?

This may not be the right fit if you are looking for:

  • medical treatment or diagnoses

  • guaranteed or quantified outcomes

  • aggressive, high-intensity procedures

  • one-time “instant fix” promises

Do you offer in-home sessions?

Yes. We offer in Manhattan, Queens + Long Island by request.
These are discreet, premium appointments with limited availability.

How do I book?

Studio sessions can be booked directly online.
Private Sessions require a brief request form and confirmation.

For questions, you may contact us at:
hello@thebodylabstudio.com
(646) 594-1106