Comprehensive Guide to AQUALYX® Injections: Procedure, Preparation, and Post-Treatment Care

The body may accumulate fat deposits due to dietary changes, reduced physical activity, or other factors. While some fat deposits can be reduced through diet and exercise, others, such as those on the chin, hips, and inner knees, are more resistant to these methods.

Intralipotherapy is an effective alternative for correcting localized fat deposits, offering new possibilities for both patients and doctors. It is designed for patients who prefer non-surgical options or for whom liposuction is not recommended.

AQUALYX®: How it Works

AQUALYX® is an injectable adipocytolytic agent used for subdermal intralipotherapy. It works by destroying the fat cell membrane, resulting in the reduction of fat tissue volume. 

Originating in Spain, AQUALYX® fat-dissolving injections have gained significant popularity in Europe as a method for correcting localized fatty deposits. Its demand is driven by immediate results, safety, and its targeted effect on specific body areas. The quick procedure, often referred to as office liposculpture, can be done during a lunch break with no need for post-treatment rehabilitation.

AQUALYX® Procedure: Preparation and Aftercare

AQUALYX® treatment is carried out as follows:

Treatment Steps:

• Treat the injection area with antiseptic.
• Mark the treatment site.
• Inject medicine (1-5 vials of 8 ml each).
• Perform a light local massage to distribute the drug.
• Re-treat the surface with antiseptic.

Procedure Notes:

• Requires precision and experience to avoid muscle trauma or superficial injection.
• Should be performed only by a qualified professional.

Post-Treatment Care:

• Return to normal activities immediately.
• Avoid baths, saunas, tanning salons, and vigorous exercise for two weeks.
• Possible local reactions: itching, burning, redness, sensitivity changes, subcutaneous thickening.

Enhancing Effects:

• Combine with algae wraps, LPG massages, pressure therapy.
• Wear compression garments for better results.

Preparation:

• No special preparation needed.
• Avoid aspirin products to minimize swelling and bruising.
• Specialists will perform a visual diagnosis and marking before injections.
• Local anesthetic (cream or gel) applied before procedure.

Aftercare:

• Avoid saunas, steam baths, and tanning salons for ten days.
• Drink at least two liters of water daily.
• Reduce physical activity and avoid alcohol for a while.

Side Effects of AQUALYX® Injections

AQUALYX® injections may cause side effects that can be categorized into two types: injection-related and product-related.

• Injection-Related Side Effects:
  • Local hyperemia
  • Mild tissue swelling around the injection site
  • Mild injection pain
  • Itching
  • Bruising

These symptoms typically disappear within two to four days and do not require additional treatment.

• Product-Related Side Effects:
  • Local hyperthermia
  • Burning sensation at the injection site
  • Swelling
  • Hyperemia

These symptoms usually subside on their own within 48-72 hours.

AQUALYX®: Safety, Duration, and Efficacy

• AQUALYX® effectively reduces unwanted fat pockets under the skin.
• Uses deoxycholic acid to break down fat cells, which are naturally eliminated by the body.
• Clinical evidence and scientific studies confirm its effectiveness for non-surgical fat reduction.
• Safe when administered by a medical professional using the appropriate device and precautions.
• The effects last long if patients maintain an active lifestyle and avoid fatty, hard-to-digest foods.

Conclusion

AQUALYX® is an injectable treatment used to break down and reduce fat tissue. It targets small pockets of stubborn fat that don’t respond well to diet and exercise. The procedure is non-surgical and involves applying a local anesthetic before the injections.

After treatment, the area becomes slimmer and more contoured as the fat cells are eliminated, with results typically visible several weeks later.

AQUALYX® is not a weight-loss treatment and isn’t suitable for individuals who are severely overweight or have large fat deposits. Compared to Kybella, AQUALYX® is more cost-effective and popular in Europe. It is also often compared to other products like Fillmed.

References

1. Duncan D. Response to injection lipolysis with phosphatidylcholine and deoxycholate. Aesthet Surg J. 2013;33:1073–1075.
2. Pinto H, Hernandez C, Turra C, et al. Evaluation of a new adipocytolytic solution: adverse effects and their relationship with the number of vials injected. J Drugs Dermatol. 2014;13:1451-1455.