Fat Dissolving in Fulham
Aqualyx fat-dissolving injections treat small pockets of fat that won't budge with diet and exercise: under the chin and along the jaw, and on the stomach, hips, thighs, back and knees.
Aqualyx breaks down the walls of fat cells, and your body clears them away naturally over the next few weeks. It's for reshaping areas in people near their goal weight, not for losing weight, and most areas need three to six sessions.
Aqualyx
Injections that dissolve small, stubborn areas of fat.
- Treatment time
- About 30 minutes
- Results
- Builds slowly in the weeks following each session
- Longevity
- Lasting, provided your weight holds steady
- Downtime
- 1–3 days of swelling
- Price
- £100
About Aqualyx
Aqualyx is a fat-dissolving solution that's injected straight into stubborn fat using very fine needles. It breaks open the walls of the fat cells, and over the next few weeks your liver and kidneys clear away the released fat naturally.
Whatever your size, it can help with particular areas that won't shift, whether that's a double chin or the stomach, hips, thighs, back or knees. The main ingredient comes from soy, so you can't have it if you're allergic to soy.
Key Benefits
- 01The treated area is left with fewer fat cells, and the result lasts while your weight is stable
- 02Tackles stubborn areas that diet and exercise haven't touched
- 03A quick treatment, with no surgery, scarring or general anaesthetic
- 04Changes happen slowly, giving the skin time to tighten
- 05Can be used on both the face and the body
Is this treatment right for me?
Think of fat dissolving as a way to refine your shape rather than a weight-loss treatment. The people it helps most already eat sensibly, keep active and sit close to the weight they're aiming for, yet still have one or two stubborn pockets that refuse to budge.
You may be suitable if…
- Your weight is healthy, steady, or close to it
- One small, clearly defined area of fat bothers you, such as under the chin, along the jaw, or on the stomach, hips, thighs, back or knees
- That particular spot hasn't responded to diet or exercise
- You'd rather not have surgery, scarring or a general anaesthetic
Your consultation will consider…
- Whether the area really is fat that can be treated, or loose skin that needs something else
- Your health history, any medication and any allergies
- Roughly how many sessions the area will take
- Whether you're pregnant or breastfeeding, as the treatment isn't given then
- Whether you're allergic to soy, since the active ingredient comes from soy
What to expect
Before treatment
You'll always see John in person for a consultation first. He'll look at the area, go through your health history, and explain how many sessions you're likely to need and what a realistic outcome would be. Come well hydrated, and skip alcohol for a day or two before your appointment.
During treatment
John cleans and marks the area, then delivers the solution into the fat through a series of very fine injections. You'll usually notice a small pinch, followed by warmth, tingling or a stinging feeling as the product gets to work. Expect the appointment to last about 30 minutes.
After treatment
For the next 24–48 hours the area will probably feel swollen, warm and tender, and it may itch. That's a sign the treatment is doing its job. Returning to work is fine, though plenty of people choose to take things easy for a day or two, particularly after treatment beneath the chin.
Watch
See this treatment in the clinic, in short videos on John’s aesthetics site, Trusted Touch Aesthetics.
Watch 3 videos →Results & longevity
The area gradually becomes slimmer during the weeks after each session. Three to six sessions are usually advised, depending on where you're having treatment. Since the treated fat cells are removed, the result lasts as long as your weight stays steady.
Recovery, side effects & aftercare
Normal life can carry on straight away, but for a day or two the area is likely to be swollen, warm and tender while the treatment does its work.
Side effects
It's common for the treated area to swell, feel warm or tender, look red, itch or bruise, and these effects ease over a few days. Less often, the area stays firm or lumpy for a while longer as your body clears the fat. Like any injection, there's a small chance of infection, and in rare cases a reaction to the product.
Aftercare
Give the area a rest and skip strenuous exercise for 48 hours or more. In the first 24 hours, a cold compress wrapped in a clean cloth can ease swelling and tenderness. Keep drinking plenty of water and cut back on alcohol and caffeine for a few days, because good hydration helps your body clear away the treated fat. Stay away from saunas, hot tubs and strong sunshine for the first week. Light massage or a compression garment can help, but only use them if John suggests them for your treatment.
Get in touch with the clinic if, after three days, swelling or pain is increasing rather than easing, if the skin turns hot and red and the redness spreads, or if you're worried about anything at all.
- Downtime
- Typically 1–3 days of noticeable swelling
- Redness
- Usual, and fades within a day or two
- Swelling
- To be expected for 24–72 hours; it can be quite visible under the chin
- Bruising
- May happen, and clears within a week
- Normal activities
- Everyday activities right away; hold off on hard exercise for 48 hours
Frequently Asked Questions
Can fat dissolving help me lose weight?
No. It shrinks a small, chosen area of fat to refine your shape, but your overall weight won't change. You'll get the most from it if you're already near your goal.
What areas can you treat?
Small, well-defined pockets of fat, including under the chin and along the jaw, the stomach, love handles and hips, the inner and outer thighs, the back and bra-line, and the knees.
How many treatments will it take?
That depends on how large the area is. Most people have somewhere between three and six sessions, several weeks apart. John will give you an honest plan at your consultation.
Is it painful?
The fine needle feels like a small pinch, and afterwards there's usually a short spell of warmth, stinging or tingling. Most people cope with it easily.
How much swelling should I expect?
Swelling is part of how the treatment works, so it's normal. It's usually at its worst during the first 24–48 hours and eases over the next few days. Treatment under the chin can look fairly swollen to begin with, so book around any important occasions.
Will the results last?
The fat cells that are treated get broken down and removed by your body, so the change lasts, as long as your weight doesn't change much. Putting on a lot of weight can still affect the area.
Is Aqualyx safe if I have a soy allergy?
No. The active ingredient in Aqualyx comes from soy, so it isn't an option if you're allergic to soy. Please tell John about any allergies when you come in for your consultation.
Your Practitioner
John Dixon
Founder & Aesthetician
John founded Banana Beauty Lab and runs his aesthetics practice, Trusted Touch Aesthetics, here. He specialises in facial balancing and harmonisation, alongside wrinkle reduction and skin rejuvenation. His training is CPD-certified, he is fully insured, and is known for taking the time to assess your face properly, explaining every option honestly and never over-treating — the aim is always a natural result that still looks like you. Clients regularly mention his calm manner, attention to detail and the aftercare follow-up that checks in on how you're healing.