AQUALYX is a solution of deoxycholic acid, a compound which has been used in various fields of human medicine since its discovery. Present also in the human body, deoxycholic acid is used in the emulsification of fats for the absorption in the intestine.

Aqualyx uses an ingredient called desoxycholan-acid, a secondary bile acid. This acid destroys fat cells and the fat cell residue is then removed from the body by metabolism, converting the fatty acids to energy to reduce the targeted excess fat. A treatment with Aqualyx does not result in weight loss, it minimises localised areas of stubborn fat.

As with many treatments this is dependant on the target area and its current condition. Typically, three to five sessions are recommended, with 4-week intervals for successful results alongside a healthy and balanced diet and exercise.

The treatment begins with a consultation with our experienced practicioner to assess the treatment area to devise the best plan of action including pre and post care for optimal results. Using a long, fine needle Aqualyx is injected directly into the subcutaneous fat tissue, which has no pain receptors facilitating comfortable treatment. The amount of treatments varies according to the dimensions of the fat deposit and the individual reactions of the fat tissue. On average you will expect to have around 2-4 appointments, with 4-week intervals.

Although treatment itself is minimally uncomfortable the treatment site will feel tender, swollen, itchy and maybe red/bruising post treatment. This is normal and expected. clients can take pain killers to assist with downtime.

Results are gradual and cumulative. You will notice improvement over a number of months and from the moment swelling had subsided. Exercise and lymphatic massage will aid results, as will good hydration.

Absolutely, yes. The result of these injections are extremely natural looking, and there are no scars or puncture marks left on the skin, apart from small ones where the treatment has been applied. However, these heal quickly.

Fat reduction is permanent, for the fat cells are destroyed; they don’t come back. Of course, if more weight is gained, then the fatty appearance will return, but in proportion with the new shape gained.

Not especially, because the fluid is mixed with local anaesthesia, so the area is numbed. Most people report afterwards that the area looks sore; however, the vast majority of people do not report any pain.