Fat Dissolvers Dublin – Non-Surgical Fat Reduction

At Refine Clinic Dublin, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to feel their very best about how they look. Using clinically proven formulations with Deoxycholic Acid, these treatments permanently destroy fat cells for a slimmer, more sculpted appearance, without surgery or downtime.

With injectable fat dissolvers like Aqualyx and Celluform, we target areas such as double chins, bingo wings, muffin tops and more, giving natural looking, long-lasting results.

Depending on the area and your specific needs, Dr. Natalia will make recommendations and guide you in choosing the best path for you.

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What Are Fat Dissolvers

Fat dissolver injections are a non-surgical treatment designed to reduce small, resistant pockets of fat, such as under the chin, stomach, thighs, hips, arms, or knees. In addition, they can be used to contour other areas of the body. The treatment uses Deoxycholic Acid, a naturally occurring bile acid in the body, to break down and eliminate fat cells permanently.

This makes it an excellent alternative to liposuction for patients seeking subtle contouring with minimal downtime.

How Do Fat Dissolver Injections Work?

The Role of Deoxycholic Acid

Deoxycholic Acid is the active ingredient in fat dissolvers such as Aqualyx® & Celluform®. As a result, these treatments are effective in targeting and eliminating stubborn fat cells.

In the human body, it helps break down dietary fat. When injected directly into stubborn fat deposits, it:

  • Destroys fat cell membranes so the fat is released.

  • Allows the body’s lymphatic system to naturally eliminate fat cells.

  • Prevents fat cells in the treated area from regenerating, giving long-lasting results.

Because the fat cells are permanently destroyed, results can be maintained with a healthy lifestyle.

Benefits of Fat Dissolvers

  • Reduces small pockets of fat in problem areas (chin, under arms, abdomen, flanks).

  • Non-surgical and minimally invasive, with minimal downtime.

  • Permanent fat cell removal once destroyed.

  • Treatments tailored to your body, ensuring natural progression and symmetry.

  • Quick recovery: many patients resume normal daily activities within a week.

What areas are treated?

    • Hips
    • Knees
    • Under Arm
    • Chin & Jaw Line
    • Stomach
    • Arms
    • Flank
    • Waist 
    • Back

Before & After Photos

Double Chin Improvement

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Double Chin Improvement Results

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Stubborn Belly Fat

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Love Handles

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What types of Fat Dissolvers are available at Refine Clinic?

Celluform

You are not suitable for Celluform if:

  • You are pregnant or breast feeding.
  • You have diabetes.
  • You have allergies against one or more ingredients.
  • You have a medical history of anaphylactic reactions.
  • You have sever organic diseases.
  • You have acute or chronic skin diseases in the treatment areas.

  • Do not apply cosmetics to the area within 12 hours of treatment.
  • Avoid the use of ice packs or heat.
  • Avoid strenuous exercise for at least 24 hours.
  • Massage the treated area 2-3 times a day.
  • Maintain a healthy diet, otherwise your body will simply store fat in alternative fat depot.

Aqualyx

Aqualyx treatments cannot be carried out if any of these contraindications apply to you.

  • AQUALYX is not recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • It is also not recommended for those people who have been diagnosed with lipodystrophy or any pathological conditions.
  • It should only be used in people aged 18 – 60 years.
  • Also as it is a sugar based preparation hence it is not recommended for diabetics.
  • Patients with autoimmune conditions such as scleroderma should avoid treatment.
  • Patients with severe liver disease should not be treated with Aqualyx, as the extra fat it has to process could overwork the liver.
  • Any patient with a history of an allergic reaction to an ingredient of Aqualyx should avoid treatment.
  • Patients on blood thinning medication, in particular, warfarin, will almost certainly not be suitable for treatment due to the risk of severe bruising.
  • Patients with severe kidney disease are not suitable for treatment.
  • Excessive obese patients are also not suitable for the treatment.

  • No strenuous activity/exercise for next 4-5 days.
  • Avoid any other fat-reducing treatments for 4 weeks.
  • Don’t touch the treatment area, or apply makeup or body creams to the treatment area for 6 hours after your treatment.
  • Don’t drink alcohol for 48 hours after treatment.
  • Please avoid all direct sources of heat (sun exposure, sauna etc) or extreme cold to the treatment area for 48 hours after treatment.
  • Do not take anti-inflammatory medication (ibuprofen etc) for 7 days after your treatment. It can be counter-productive towards the treatment as the natural inflammatory response aids the dissolving of the fat cells.
  • Try to avoid any blood-thinning medication.
  • Expect moderate swelling, hard swelling, redness, itching, numbness and bruising after your treatment. Symptoms can last for 4-6 weeks.

General Pre & Post Treatment Advice

  • We advise following a low-fat diet, avoid alcohol and drink lots of water to help eliminate toxins.
  • Buy some supportive clothing for the area such as Spanx. The extra support will allow you to feel more comfortable afterward.
  • To minimize pain afterward, you can take Paracetamol before your treatment. 
  • Avoid blood-thinning medication for 2 days before your treatment.
  • Don’t take alcohol for 2 days before treatment. (Alcohol thins the blood)
  • Take Arnica tablets. 2 Tablets, Every 2 hrs for 5 days before your treatment.

  • No strenuous activity/exercise for next 4-5 days.
  • Please avoid any other fat-reducing treatments for 4 weeks.
  • Don’t touch the treated area, or apply makeup or body creams to the area for 6 hours after your treatment.
  • Please don’t drink alcohol for 48 hours after treatment.
  • Try to avoid all direct sources of heat (sun exposure, sauna etc) or extreme cold to the treatment area for 48 hours after treatment. 
  • Do not take anti-inflammatory medication (ibuprofen etc) for 7 days after your treatment. It can be counter-productive towards the treatment as the natural inflammatory response aids the dissolving of the fat cells. 
  • Avoid any blood-thinning medication.
  • Expect moderate swelling, hard swelling, redness, itching, numbness and bruising after your treatment. Symptoms can last for 4-6 weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Side effects include swelling, redness, tenderness, bruising, and skin irritation which typically lasts between 4-7 days post-treatment.

Results will begin to show between 2-4 weeks after your treatment, and you may need multiple treatments to achieve your desired result.

Treatment can take between 30 – 60 minutes per treatment and you should typically require 2 – 8 treatments, 4 weeks apart. Some people may see significant results after 1 or 2 sessions. Treatment for fat pockets underneath the neck and chin, for example, may require 1 – 3 treatments of 2 – 3 injections, while treatment for fat pockets on the hips and thighs may require 8 treatments.

There is no downtime per say. However there will be generally be swelling that usually last between 7 and 10 days.

Not really.  We mix the fluid with a local anesthetic, so the area will be numb. Most people report afterward that the area looks sore; however, the vast majority of people report numbness which is perfectly normal but do not report any pain. 

Yes! The result of these injections is 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. The good news is that these heal quickly.

If you’re prone to bruising, you may wish to use arnica or bromelain. Swelling will occur, this is normal.

Contact us for more information on Fat Dissolver Treatments.

Appointments can be made via our Booking Page, email, or via phone. Please be advised that our secretary may need to ask some personal questions to help decide which appointment type is most suited to your needs.