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DESOBODY® & AQUALYX®, Fat Dissolving Injections
Body Contouring
It is licensed for use in the UK for localised or spot removal of fat from areas such as the chin, knees, hips, thighs or under the buttocks and is generally regarded as safe. It is not a weight loss solution and is suitable for smaller, stubborn pockets of fat, not large area fat reduction. A non-surgical way of body-shaping. This gel-based solution is injected into areas of unwanted fat. The solution works by disrupting the surface of the fat cells, causing them to weaken and become permeable. The fat is then absorbed by the body and excreted. It is a permanent result assuming the person having the treatment doesn’t gain weight after the treatment.
fat dissolving injections is a treatment that is proving to be a popular alternative to other fat reduction methods. AREAS: Buffalo Hump, Arms, Arm Pit Bra Bulge, Male chest, Flanks, Tummy, Upper Abdominal, Bra Line, Flanks, Hips, Banana Roll, Inner Thigh and Outer Thighs.
DURATION
RECOVERY
RESULTS
At a Glance
45 minutes
DURATION
Permanent
£120
About
DesoBody® /DesoFace® and Aqualyx® are the leading fat dissolving brands in the UK.
DesoBody® targets stubborn areas of fat and works by damaging the fat cells in the targeted area and liquifying them using sterile injections of Deoxycholic acid which normally emulsifies and solubiilies dietry fats in the intestine. This disrups and destroy the fat cells underneath the skin which are then removed naturally through the body’s lymphatic system.
Aqualyx® is an injectable fat loss treatment. It is a gel-based solution, derived from cholanic acid, which is produced by our bile duct to help up break down fats which are then removed naturally throught the body's lymphatic system.
THE PROCESS
The treatment area is assessed, cleansed and marked-up before the sterile solution (mixed with anaesthetic) is administered via injection using a mesotherapy technique.
CONSULTATION
The consultation process is important to each and every treatment, allowing you to express your concerns and what you hope to gain from your treatment plan. Don’t be afraid to open up to allow for a highly personalised treatment plan to form because only then can you hope to achieve the results you desire. An initial consultation is completed online upon scheduling an appointment, This provides information about the treatment as well as ensuring your suitability ensuring their are no contraindications to the procedure. A full face-to-face consultation is carried out on the day of the treatment.
PREPARATION
"For optimal results, and to minimize the chance of bleeding or bruising at the injection site, please avoid all blood-thinning medications and supplements for one week prior to your appointment. This includes over-the-counter medication such as aspirin, Motrin, ibuprofen, and Aleve. Also avoid herbal supplements such as garlic, vitamin E, ginko biloba, St. John's Wort and omega-3 capsules.
If medically advised, please check with your doctor prior to stopping use of aspirin.
Avoid topical products such as Tretinoin (Retin-A) retinols, retinoids, glycolic acid, alpha hydroxy acid, or any ""anti-aging"" products for two days before and after treatment.
Do not drink alcoholic beverages 24 hours before or after your treatment to avoid extra bruising.
Do not use dermal fillers if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, are allergic to any of it's ingredients or suffer from any neurological disorders."
AFTERCARE
You can resume your normal daily activities after fat dissolving treatment.
Immediately following the treatment you may notice some redness, swelling, tenderness and a painful sensation in the treated area, as well as numbness from the local anaesthetic (if used).
These symptoms generally improve significantly over the next few days. The swelling occasionally may last for up to 2 weeks.
Drink plenty of fluids after treatment, you should aim for at least 2 litres per day.
Avoid makeup for 24 hours and any creams or skin oils, this will reduce the risk of infection at the injection sites.
A cold compress may help with swelling and inflammation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?
Swelling and potentially bruising are side affects of the procedure
IS IT PAINFUL?
Immediately after treatment you may notice some redness, swelling, tenderness and a painful sensation in the treated area, as well as numbness from the local anaesthetic (if used). These symptoms generally improve significantly over the next few days, however swelling occasionally may last for up to 2 weeks,
AM I SUITABLE?