Full BodyTox vs TummyTox

The Full BodyTox is a 90-minute, $315 Brazilian lymphatic session that works the arms, legs, tummy and face, adds back cupping and vacuum RF, and includes a 20-minute infrared cocoon session. The TummyTox is a focused 45-minute, $225 session on the abdomen, with the cocoon available as a $25 add-on. Choose the Full BodyTox for whole-body heaviness or before an event, and the TummyTox when bloating around the middle is the main concern or time is short. Neither removes fat; both aim at a temporary, lighter, less puffy feeling.

Both sessions come from the same Brazilian lymphatic method and the same small team at BodyTox by Renu, our lymphatic body studio inside the clinic. What changes is how much of your body is treated, how long you are on the table, and what is bundled in. Here is how to pick the one that matches what you actually feel.

The two sessions side by side

The Full BodyTox treats most of the body and includes extras; the TummyTox does one area well.

	Full BodyTox	TummyTox
Time	90 minutes	45 minutes
Price	$315	$225
Areas	Arms, legs, tummy and face	Abdomen
Back	Cupping of the back, with the option of a back massage	Not included
Vacuum RF	Included	Not listed for this session
Infrared cocoon	20-minute session included	20-minute add-on for $25
Best for	Whole-body heaviness, an event, a reset	A bloated middle, a short lunch-hour visit

Per minute the two are close; the difference is coverage. The Full BodyTox spends its time moving from limb to limb and finishing with the face, where the TummyTox stays on the abdomen from start to finish. If you want to know exactly how the longer session unfolds, see what happens during a Full BodyTox session.

What either session can and cannot do

Both aim at a temporary reduction in fluid and bloating, not fat loss. Our practitioners are trained in the Detox By Rebecca method, which Rebecca Faria began in Rio de Janeiro in 2013; her own studio books 90-minute appointments. In Bustle’s profile of her studio, the article is plain that no fat loss occurs during a lymphatic drainage massage, merely the temporary reduction of water retention and bloating. A lymphatic specialist quoted there adds that more research is needed on lymphatic massage for de-puffing and bloating.

That is the honest frame. Many clients notice a slimmer, lighter feeling after a single session, but the effect is about fluid and it fades. Our answers on whether lymphatic drainage helps you lose weight and how long results last go further.

Vacuum RF, included in the Full BodyTox, combines suction with radiofrequency heat aimed at the skin. The research is early. A retrospective study of 40 patients treated once a week for three to eight sessions reported some reduction in circumference and a 35% improvement in a skin laxity grade, with no significant side effects. That is a single study without a comparison group, so read it as promising rather than proven. Our page on what vacuum RF does in BodyTox explains the device.

Who each one suits

Choose the Full BodyTox if:

• Your legs, arms and face feel puffy, not only your tummy
• You are preparing for a wedding, a photo shoot or a holiday and want one thorough session
• You want the infrared cocoon included and have the time for a long visit
• You like cupping on the back as part of the work

Choose the TummyTox if:

• Bloating around the middle is the main thing bothering you
• You have 45 minutes rather than two hours, counting changing and the cocoon
• You are trying Brazilian lymphatic drainage for the first time and want to see how your body responds
• Budget matters this month

Choose neither, and ask about post-op lymphatic drainage, if you have had surgery recently. After liposuction, a tummy tuck or other body surgery, the firmer Brazilian strokes are not the right starting point. Our post-op lymphatic drainage sessions are built for healing tissue, garments and drains, and they start with your surgeon’s approval.

Who should not book either session

Lymphatic drainage of any style is not for everyone. Cleveland Clinic lists conditions in which it should be avoided:

• Blood clots or deep vein thrombosis
• Cellulitis or another active infection
• Fever
• Heart disease
• Kidney failure
• Stroke

Cleveland Clinic also notes that some people feel tired, get a headache or feel nauseated afterwards. Tell us about any of these conditions when you book, and check with your doctor first if you are unsure. Our longer list is on who should not have Brazilian lymphatic drainage.

The infrared cocoon has its own cautions. Cleveland Clinic advises skipping infrared saunas during pregnancy, while trying to conceive, if you have multiple sclerosis, or while you are ill, and suggests keeping sessions under 30 minutes and bringing water. Our cocoon sessions are 20 minutes. If any of these apply, you can still book the massage and leave the cocoon out. More detail is on our infrared sauna page.

Booking at Renu

Both sessions are booked through Jane under BodyTox by Renu. The practitioners who deliver Brazilian lymphatic drainage are Aisha Mendes, a licensed esthetician and Certified Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage Practitioner, Meeghan Mackenzie, our founder and Certified Lymphedema Therapist, and Sasha Bernard, RMT.

A few practical points:

• Timing: the Full BodyTox needs about two hours of your day once you add the cocoon and changing. The TummyTox fits a long lunch.
• Before you come: read what to eat and drink before a BodyTox session.
• How many sessions: there is no fixed number; how many Brazilian lymphatic drainage sessions you need depends on your goal.

If you are torn, book the TummyTox first. It shows you how your body responds to the firmer Brazilian rhythm, and the Full BodyTox will still be there for the occasion that calls for it.

Questions people ask

Can I upgrade from a TummyTox to a Full BodyTox later?

Yes. Many people try the shorter session first to see how their body responds, then book the Full BodyTox next time. Each is a separate booking in Jane, so choose the one you want for that visit.

Is the TummyTox enough before a beach holiday or wedding?

If your concern is mostly a bloated middle, it can be. If your legs, arms or face also feel puffy, the Full BodyTox covers them in one visit. Our page on timing BodyTox before an event helps you pick the day.

Do I have to use the infrared cocoon?

No. It is included with the Full BodyTox and optional with the TummyTox, and you can skip it. Skip it altogether if you are pregnant, trying to conceive, unwell, or heat intolerant.

Which one is better for bloating?

The TummyTox spends its whole 45 minutes on the abdomen, so it is the focused choice for bloating. Evidence for lymphatic massage and bloating is still thin, so treat it as a comfort measure, and see your doctor about bloating that is new or persistent.

Sources

1. Bustle: Detox by Rebecca and Brazilian lymphatic drainage massage
2. Marxen et al., Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum (2023): The utility of lymphatic massage in cosmetic procedures
3. Verner et al., Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy (2025): Radiofrequency and vacuum for body contouring, retrospective study of 40 patients
4. Cleveland Clinic: Lymphatic drainage massage
5. Cleveland Clinic: Infrared sauna benefits

Page reviewed October 5, 2026. This page is education, not a diagnosis. For your own situation, talk to your doctor, surgeon or care team, or ask us.