Are Fat Dissolving Injections safe?

Fat Dissolving Injections are a safe and effective treatment that reduce fat cells in the targeted area.

Fat Dissolving Injections in Windsor

Struggling with stubborn fat? You’re not alone.
We see it all the time—healthy, active people frustrated by small pockets of fat that just won’t shift. Whether it’s under the chin, around the bra line, or lower belly, these areas can hold on despite exercise and diet. At our fat dissolving injections clinic in Windsor, we don’t just treat fat—we support real people with real bodies.

Fat dissolving injections like AQUALYX and DESO are designed for exactly this: the little areas that don’t budge—not full-body weight loss. If you’re searching for the best fat dissolving treatment to target those specific zones, we take the time to get to know your concerns, explain everything clearly, and only treat what’s right for you. If it’s not a good match, we’ll tell you honestly. That’s how we build trust.

Fat Dissolving Treatment

Available in Windsor

Both DESO & Aqualyx fat dissolving injections disrupt and destroy fat cells in the tissue, making them the perfect agent to remove stubborn pockets of fat. Regardless of which method you choose, the results will be nothing short of transformative!

When treating the body, you’ll see an improvement in localised fat reduction and skin firmness. When treating the face, you’ll see drainage of excess fluids and reduced localised fat. Areas that can be treated include a double chin, the arms, abdomen, buttocks, inner knees, thighs, and back or bra rolls. Depending on the area treated and the amount of fat involved, several sessions may be required to achieve your desired result.

DESO vs. Aqualyx Fat Dissolving Injections

What’s the difference between DESO and Aqualyx? There are two main differences: the size of the target areas and the way the body removes the fat.

If you’re looking to target very small and specific pockets of fat on your body, Aqualyx fat dissolving injections are a better choice. It’s most effective at treating smaller areas of localised fat and is great as a non-invasive alternative to liposuction. However, the swelling and bruising from DESO fat dissolving injections are less than those from Aqualyx injections.

Additionally, the way your body processes and flushes the fat is different. Aqualyx breaks down membranes of fat cells so they can exit the body via your lymphatic system, while DESO’s formula breaks down fats into the intestines. If you have concerns about your liver or lymphatic system, consult with your doctor prior to beginning either DESO or Aqualyx fat dissolving injections.

Treatment Guidance

NO. OF SESSIONS: 2-5 SESSIONS, 3-6 WEEKS APART
TREATMENT TIME: 30-60 MINS
DOWNTIME: MILD BRUISING OR SWELLING, THIS WILL GRADUALLY FADE WITHIN 6-9 DAYS
BACK TO WORK: IMMEDIATELY
VISIBLE RESULTS: START AROUND 4 WEEKS WITH FULL REULTS BEING SEEN APPROXIMATELY 8 WEEKS AFTER YOUR INITIAL TREATMENT

What to Expect After Treatment

After your fat dissolving injections, you might notice swelling, tenderness, or mild bruising. That’s completely normal and usually settles in a few days. Most of our Windsor clients return to daily life straight away—just skip the gym or sauna for a few days.

Full results develop gradually over a few weeks as your body naturally flushes out the dissolved fat. Some areas, like the chin or neck, may need more than one session—we’ll talk this through during your consultation. We’ll also be there for any questions, every step of the way.

Curious about fat dissolving injections before and after 1 treatment? We’ll show you real results during your visit so you know exactly what to expect.

Our Prices

Deso Face

Areas suitable for treatment are:

Double Chin & Jowls.

1 Treatment: £135

2 Treatments: £250

3 Treatments: £350

Deso Body

1 Treatment: £266

2 Treatments: £435

3 Treatments:

£570

Aqualyx

Small Area:
1 Session £190
Course of 3 £490

Medium Area:
1 Session £225
Course of 3 £550

Large Area:
1 Session £265
Course of 3 £700

Why Windsor Clients Choose Us

You won’t find pressure here. Just honest advice and expert hands. At Bare Brilliance, our founder Aungelique personally sees many of our clients and believes in safe, subtle change—not overdone results.

We understand that choosing a treatment like fat dissolving neck treatment or fat dissolving treatment for chin is a personal decision. That’s why we offer consultations, clear pricing, and support before, during, and after your visit. Whether it’s your first treatment or you’ve tried others before, you’ll always be treated like a person, not a procedure.

FAQ's

What Are Aqualyx Fat Dissolving Injections?

Aqualyx is a non-surgical fat minimization and removal solution to address localized pockets of fat. If you exercise regularly and maintain a healthy diet, but have areas of stubborn fat that just refuse to go away, this is the treatment for you!

Aqualyx can be administered to the following areas:

Stomach (including defining a six-pack)
Underarms and armpits
Flanks and waist
Chin
Arms
Love handles
Chin
Inner and outer thighs
Cellulite

The Aqualyx technique involves injecting a solution of phosphatidylcholine – a natural substance, which when administered in high doses, can cause the destruction of fat cells – into your localised fat deposits. If you already maintain a stable weight and enjoy a healthy diet and regular exercise regimen, Aqualyx should lead to a permanent reduction of fatty tissue.

What Are DESO Fat Dissolving Injections?

DESO is a state-of-the-art fat-dissolving injectable that treats many of the same areas as Aqualyx, but can also address fat deposits on the buttocks, inner knee, and back. DESO is formulated with the active ingredient sodium deoxycholate, which is proven to reduce fat deposits by naturally breaking down dietary fats in your intestines to be absorbed by the body.

DESO can be specially formulated for the face or the body and can address the following problem areas:

Arms
Back rolls
Buttocks and sides of thighs
Double chin
Inner knees
Flanks
Inner thighs
Abdomen

The DESO technique involves an injection of sodium deoxycholate that will prompt the body to begin breaking down fat at the injection sites and flushing it out of your body through your liver. You should begin to see results in the early days, including a permanent reduction in fatty tissue.

What are Fat Dissolving Injections?

Fat dissolving injections work by disrupting and destroying fat cells in the tissue, this makes it a perfect agent to remove stubborn pockets of fat. The localised fat is reduced, and the skins firmness is improved. Fat dissolving can be done in several areas including the chin, arms, abdomen, buttocks, inner knees, thighs, back and bra rolls. We use Deso Face , Deso Body and Aqualyx.

How long do Fat Dissolving Injections last?

Fat Dissolving Injections work to help you achieve a more contoured body, with a healthy diet and regular exercise results are permanent as the main ingredient – Deoxycholic acid- will permanently kill the fat cell.

When will I see results?

You will begin to see visible results 4 weeks after treatment, with full results being seen approximately 8 weeks after your initial appointment.

How many sessions do I need?

Depending on the area treated and the amount of fat involved, we recommend for optimal results that you have 2 – 5 sessions that are 3 – 6 weeks apart.

How long do they take?

Fat dissolving injections typically take 30 – 60 minutes to administer.

What is the aftercare for Fat Dissolving Injections?

After fat dissolving injections you can return to work immediately, you may have mild bruising and swelling after treatment, however this will gradually fade within 6 – 9 days. We recommend that you avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours. We offer further aftercare advice at the appointment.

I eat well and exercise—why do I still have this fat?

It’s completely normal. Hormones, age, and genetics can cause fat to collect in certain spots—especially under the chin, love handles, or lower belly. These areas often don’t respond to diet or exercise. That’s where targeted treatments like DESO or AQUALYX fat dissolving injections come in.

Will I need more than one session?

Possibly, yes. Smaller areas like the chin may only need one or two sessions, but areas like the stomach or neck often need more. We’ll give you a realistic plan during your consultation so there are no surprises.

Does it hurt?

Most clients say it’s more uncomfortable than painful. We use local anaesthetic to help with any sting. Swelling is the most common side effect, especially in the first 48 hours, but we’ll guide you through aftercare and what to expect.

Will I lose weight from this?

Fat dissolving injections are great for contouring, not weight loss. They work best on small, stubborn areas that just won’t budge. If you're looking for full-body results, we’ll happily advise on other options too.

Video Transcript

Aesthetician: We will be doing fat dissolving injections called Cellu Form and we will be treating Lauren’s abdomen, it’s just this area at the bottom sort of the

lower abdomen area, I feel like when I wear anything too tight it’s very noticeable, it sort of sticks out like a little pot belly and this seemed like a good way to do it because exercise isn’t really doing anything for that

particular body part unfortunately.

So that’s what we see sometimes with our patients, that despite a relatively healthy lifestyle and going to the gym, all of us sometimes we have these little packets of fat when they are very stubborn and problematic and that’s when we can use our treatments to help you resolve these issues.

Lauren: Okay so how many treatments do you think it will take?

Aesthetician: So normally the patients we recommend for, we repeat the treatments every two weeks and it’s four to six sessions depending on how much fat tissue and the area of the concern.

Lauren: Okay so how long do you think it would be before I start to see any difference?

Aesthetician: So most people start seeing the the results after two to three sessions.

Lauren: Okay and during the treatment does it hurt a lot?

Aesthetician: You know like with every injection you might feel something, but with our technique and the experience of the injector it should be really minimal.

A safe pair of hands: My Expertise

My commitment to being up to date with the very latest techniques and methods is one which has seen me attend over twenty seminars and successfully complete numerous training courses in non surgical cosmetic procedures. All of these through accredited and internationally renowned institutions. These include safe practice, basic life support and infection control.

Ensuring client safety is a number one priority. To this end I am licensed, insured and trained in complications and medical emergencies. I am also an active member of the Association of Cosmetic Practitioners of Britain.