What is Aqualyx®?
Aqualyx® is a specially formulated injectable solution that helps break down and dissolve localised fat cells. Once treated, the body's natural metabolic processes gradually remove the released fat, resulting in a more sculpted and refined appearance.
It is important to understand that
Aqualyx® is a body contouring treatment, not a weight-loss treatment.
How Does Aqualyx® Work?
The treatment is carefully injected into the targeted fatty tissue. The active ingredients disrupt the fat cell membrane, allowing the fat to be naturally broken down and eliminated by the body's lymphatic system over the following weeks.
Once fat cells have been successfully destroyed and removed, they do not regenerate. However, maintaining a stable weight is important, as the remaining fat cells can still increase in size with weight gain.
Areas That Can Be Treated
Aqualyx® can be used to treat a variety of small, localised fat deposits, including:
- Double chin (submental fullness)
- Jawline
- Upper arms
- Abdomen
- Waist ("love handles")
- Hips
- Inner thighs
- Outer thighs
- Bra bulges
- Back fat
- Knees
Treatment suitability will depend on your individual assessment and the amount and type of fat present.
What Happens During Treatment?
The treatment area is carefully marked before the solution is injected using specialised techniques designed to distribute the product evenly throughout the fatty tissue.
Treatment typically takes around 30–45 minutes, depending on the area being treated.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
The number of treatments varies depending on:
- The size of the treatment area
- The amount of localised fat
- Your individual treatment goals
- How your body responds
Most patients require 2–6 treatment sessions, spaced approximately 4–6 weeks apart, to achieve optimal results.
Recovery and Downtime
Following treatment, it is normal to experience:
- Swelling
- Tenderness
- Redness
- Bruising
- Firmness within the treated area
Swelling can be significant, particularly when treating the chin, and may last for several days. These effects are expected and form part of the normal inflammatory process as the body begins to remove the treated fat cells.
Most patients can return to normal daily activities within a day or two, although strenuous exercise may need to be avoided for a short period.
When Will I See Results?
Results develop gradually as the body naturally processes and removes the treated fat cells.
Many patients notice improvement after several weeks, with continued contouring over the following months. Individual results vary.
Is Aqualyx® Right for Me?
Aqualyx® may be suitable if you:
- Are close to your ideal weight
- Have localised areas of stubborn fat
- Prefer a non-surgical treatment option
- Have realistic expectations regarding results
Aqualyx® is not intended as a treatment for obesity or significant weight loss.
A consultation is essential to determine whether you are a suitable candidate.