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Fat dissolving injections - intralipotherapy 

A safe, clinically researched, non-surgical treatment used to target and reduce stubborn pockets of fat. 
Intralipotherapy, commonly known as fat dissolving injections, is a non-surgical body contouring treatment designed to break down localised fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise. 
 
At Look Natural Aesthetics, we use medically approved fat-dissolving products such as Aqualyx® and DesoFace / DesoBody. These treatments work by disrupting fat cells beneath the skin, allowing the body to naturally process and eliminate them over time. 
 
Fat dissolving injections are ideal for refining specific areas rather than overall weight loss, helping to improve body contours with long-lasting results when combined with a healthy lifestyle. 
At Look Natural Aesthetics in Beverley, we use clinically approved fat-dissolving products including Aqualyx®, DesoFace® and DesoBody®, sourced from reputable UK pharmacies. 
 
These treatments are chosen for their safety and effectiveness, helping to target stubborn areas of fat and refine body contours. 
Fat dissolving injections are not intended for weight loss 
Fat dissolving injections are designed to treat small, localised areas of stubborn fat that do not respond to diet or exercise. They are used for body contouring and refinement, rather than overall weight loss. 
 
Treatments are usually performed monthly, and whilst many clients see an improvement after 3 treatments, some small areas such as the chin or jowls may only require 1 treatment. 
 
For some patients, fat dissolving injections offer an alternative to surgical liposuction. Although results develop more gradually, injections involve no surgery and no extended downtime, allowing the body time to heal naturally while the skin tightens. 
For best results, fat dissolving treatments should be supported by a healthy diet and regular exercise. 
Benefits of fat dissolving injections 
At Look Natural Aesthetics, all fat dissolving treatments are medically supervised by Dr Simon Gower (MBChB). Dr Gower is a GMC-registered doctor who continues to work within the NHS, ensuring treatments are delivered with the highest clinical standards and patient safety at the forefront. 
Targets stubborn fat resistant to diet and exercise 
Non-surgical alternative to liposuction 
No general anaesthetic or surgical downtime 
Gradual, natural-looking contouring results 
Medically supervised treatment in a CQC-registered clinic 

Popular areas to be treated include; 

Fat dissolving injections are suitable for small to medium areas of localised fat. 
Abdomen 
Flanks (“love handles”) 
Chin and jawline 
Upper arms 
Upper arms 
Knees 
Treatment plan & pricing 
Most clients require a course of treatments for optimal results, typically spaced around 4 weeks apart. Small areas, such as the chin or jowls, may sometimes only require 1 session. 
 
A consultation is required before treatment to assess suitability, discuss goals and create a personalised treatment plan. 
 
Pricing: 
Fat dissolving treatments at our Beverley clinic start from £295, with 3–5 sessions commonly recommended. 
 
1 treatment: £295 
 
3 treatments: £750 
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Aftercare 

How to protect your results and reduce side effects 
Avoid aspirin and other non-steroidal drugs such as ibuprofen for pain to reduce the risk of bruising or bleeding. Paracetamol is acceptable. 
For 48 hours you should avoid exposure to UV light and heat i.e. saunas, steam rooms, sun beds, hot showers etc, as this may increase discomfort and swelling. 
Abstain from particularly demanding physical exercise for 7 days. 
A compression garment may be worn for 2-5 days following treatment (this will be guided by Dr Gower’s recommendation). 
After DesoFace/DesoBody therapy treatments using laser, kyrolipolysis or radio-frequency- therapy must not be administered. 
Do not touch the area for 12 hours. 
Do not apply any kind of cosmetics onto the treated area within the first 12 hours following treatment. 
The treatment contains a local anaesthetic for your comfort, and you may feel numbness or tingling immediately after the procedure. 
Moderate swelling: each vial of treatment is 10 mis (about 2 teaspoons) and depending upon the area 2-4 vials will be used. This can be a consideration if you are having facial treatment so be prepared as the area will swell! This will only last about a week and will start to reduce after a few days. Mild, non-painful swelling, redness and sometimes numbness can last for up to 2 weeks. 
Redness: This can be quite marked, which is normal and nothing to worry about and will subside withing a week approximately. 
Bruising: again, this may or may not be extensive but is normal and will disappear within a week or so. A small number of bruising can last longer. 
Tenderness / soreness over the treated areas. Can last a few weeks or days. 
Itching 
Hyperthermia: the area probably will feel hot to the touch 
Numbness: this is another normal side effect and can last a few weeks. 
When the fat cells start to reduce there may be some degree of dimpling/irregularity of the skin which in time will resolve. 
If a large area has been treated, there is a risk the skin may become less tight and laxer, resulting in crepe like skin, just as would happen if you were to lose weight. 
You may experience some hard nodules where there is a small pocket of the product, which will disperse after a period of time. 
Some people experience a dull ache, over the treated areas which subsides between 48-72 hours. 
Avoid aspirin & other non-steroidal drugs such as ibuprofen for pain to reduce the risk of bruising or bleeding. Paracetamol is acceptable. 
For 48 hours you should avoid exposure to UV light and heat i.e. saunas, steam rooms, sun beds, hot showers etc, as this may increase discomfort and swelling. 
Abstain from particularly demanding physical exercise for 7 days. 
A compression garment may be worn for 2-5 days following treatment (this will be guided by Dr Gower’s recommendation). 
After DesoFace/DesoBody therapy treatments using laser, kyrolipolysis or radio-frequency- therapy must not be administered. 
Do not touch the area for 12 hours. 
Do not apply any kind of cosmetics onto the treated area within the first 12 hours following treatment. 
The treatment contains a local anaesthetic for your comfort, and you may feel numbness or tingling immediately after the procedure. 
Moderate swelling: each vial of treatment is 10 mis (about 2 teaspoons) and depending upon the area 2-4 vials will be used. This can be a consideration if you are having facial treatment so be prepared as the area will swell! This will only last about a week and will start to reduce after a few days. Mild, non-painful swelling, redness and sometimes numbness can last for up to 2 weeks. 
Redness: can be quite marked, this is normal and nothing to worry about and will subside withing a week approximately. 
Bruising: again, this may or may not be extensive but is normal and will disappear within a week or so. A small amount of bruising can last longer. 
Tenderness / soreness over the treated areas. Can last a few weeks or days. 
Itching 
Hyperthermia: the area probably will feel hot to the touch. 
Numbness: this is another normal side effect and can last a few weeks. 
When the fat cells start to reduce there may be some degree of dimpling/irregularity of the skin which in time will resolve. 
If a large area has been treated, there is a risk the skin may become less tight and laxer, resulting in crepe like skin, just as would happen if you were to lose weight. 
You may experience some hard nodules where there is a small pocket of the product which will disperse after a period of time. 
Some people experience a dull ache, over the treated areas which subsides between 48-72 hours. 

Potential rare adverse side effects / risks 

There is a very low risk that intralipotherapy therapy may result in permanent damage of nervous tissue and nerves, as well as inflammatory reactions and infections that may result in irreversible scarring. 
Redness of the skin that may become permanent. 
Permanent punctual rigidification or lumps within the tissue. 
Permanent denting of the treated area due to irregular reduction of fat cells. 
Increased sweating, nausea, diarrhoea (uncommon). 
Reaction (allergic) such as nettle rash. 
Allergy. 
There is a very low risk that Intralipotherapy therapy may result in permanent damage of nervous tissue and nerves, as well as inflammatory reactions and infections that may result in irreversible scarring. 
Redness of the skin that may become permanent. 
Permanent punctual rigidification or lumps within the tissue. 
Permanent denting of the treated area due to irregular reduction of fat cells. 
Increased sweating, nausea, diarrhoea (uncommon). 
Reaction (allergic) such as nettle rash. 
Allergy. 

Get in touch 

Look Natural Aesthetics is a CQC-registered clinic offering safe, medically led aesthetic treatments. 
 
All medical aesthetic procedures are carried out by Dr Simon Gower, a GMC-registered doctor, with advanced skin treatments provided by Zoe Gower, Clinic Director and registered nurse. 
 
If you’d like honest advice or want to talk through your options, we’re always happy to help — with no pressure to proceed. 
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