Even with a healthy diet and regular exercise, some areas of fat simply refuse to budge. Fat dissolving injections at Skin Complete Medical Aesthetics in Newry offer a non-surgical way to target small, stubborn pockets of fat and refine your contours.
What fat dissolving injections treat
This treatment is designed for small, localised areas of fat rather than significant weight loss. Common areas include under the chin, the jawline, and small pockets on the body that have not responded to diet and exercise. It is best suited to people who are close to their target weight.
How the treatment works
A solution is injected into the targeted fat, where it works to break down the fat cells. Over the following weeks, the body naturally processes and removes the treated cells. Because the results develop gradually, the change looks natural.
What to expect
Your treatment begins with a consultation to confirm the area is suitable and to set realistic expectations. The injections take around 20 to 30 minutes. A course of treatments, usually spaced several weeks apart, is normally required for the best result.
Downtime and aftercare
Swelling, tenderness, redness and bruising in the treated area are expected and are part of how the treatment works. Swelling under the chin in particular can be noticeable for several days. We provide full aftercare guidance and a clear idea of what to expect.
Results and longevity
Results develop gradually over several weeks as the body clears the treated fat cells. Once those cells are gone, they do not return, although maintaining a stable weight is important to preserve your result.
Honest, medically-led advice
Fat dissolving injections are not a weight-loss treatment or a substitute for a healthy lifestyle, and they are not right for everyone. At our Newry clinic we will give you honest advice about whether this treatment suits your goals, and what results are realistic.
Common treatment areas
Fat dissolving injections are best suited to small, defined pockets of fat rather than large areas. One of the most popular treatment areas is under the chin, where stubborn fullness can blur the jawline. Other commonly treated areas include the jawline itself and small pockets on the body, such as the flanks, that have proven resistant to diet and exercise. The treatment is not designed for large volumes of fat, and during your consultation we will assess whether your areas of concern are suitable and likely to respond well.
Is this treatment right for you?
The best candidates for fat dissolving injections are people who are already close to their target weight, who lead a generally healthy lifestyle, and who have specific, small areas that will not shift. It is not a weight-loss solution and it is not a shortcut around diet and exercise. It is also not suitable for everyone, including during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with certain medical conditions. We will always take a full history and give you honest, realistic advice about whether this is the right treatment for you, and we will happily suggest alternatives if it is not.
Aqualyx and Lemon Bottle at Skin Complete
At Skin Complete we use trusted, professional fat dissolving injectables including Aqualyx and Lemon Bottle. Aqualyx is a well-established, gel-based treatment containing deoxycholic acid, which breaks down fat cells in small, stubborn areas such as under the chin. Lemon Bottle is a newer option that many clients now ask for by name. During your free consultation we will assess the area and recommend the most suitable product for you. Aqualyx is £250 per area, and Lemon Bottle starts from £200.
Related treatments at Skin Complete
Explore more of our treatments in Newry: advanced facials and anti-wrinkle injections. Not sure what is right for you? Book a consultation and we will guide you.
Frequently asked questions
How many sessions will I need? Most people need a course of treatments. We will advise at consultation based on the area and your goals.
Is there much downtime? You can usually carry on as normal, but expect visible swelling and tenderness in the treated area for several days.
Is it a weight-loss treatment? No. It is designed to refine small, stubborn pockets of fat in people who are already close to their target weight.
Book your consultation
To find out whether fat dissolving injections are right for you, contact Skin Complete Medical Aesthetics in Newry.
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