It is a non-surgical injection procedure that uses medication to reduce localized fat, sculpting the face and body lines to be slimmed down.
Contouring injections (fat-dissolving injections) are a procedure that reduces localized fat, such as in the cheeks or double chin, by injecting medication that aids in the breakdown and elimination of fat into the local area. While highly popular for allowing line refinement without incisions, the effects are cumulative and vary significantly from person to person, and safety and side effects differ depending on the ingredients.
A combination of drugs including deoxycholic acid (DCA), choline, aminophylline, hyaluronidase, and carnitine reduces the size of fat cells or induces their breakdown. Since formulations vary by hospital, it is important to check the ingredients and concentrations.
It is used on facial fat such as cheeks and double chin, as well as on the body including the arms and abdomen. Typically, gradual changes in body lines appear when repeated 3 to 5 times at intervals of 2 to 4 weeks.
Liposuction is more effective for removing large volumes of fat, while contouring injections are suitable for removing fat from small areas and refining body lines. Effects vary greatly from person to person and are cumulative.
Temporary reactions such as swelling, bruising, and pain are common after the procedure and usually subside within a few days. If skin elasticity fails to keep up with fat reduction, sagging cheeks or hollowing may occur, and as severe side effects have been reported rarely, it is important to verify the ingredients and the practitioner.
Liposuction removes a large amount of fat at once, whereas contouring injections reduce fat in small areas over multiple sessions without incisions. Liposuction is more advantageous for large volumes.
If skin elasticity does not keep pace with the reduction in fat, sagging or hollowing may occur, so excessive procedures are avoided, and skin tightening treatments are often performed in combination.
This information is for general understanding only and is not medical advice. Always consult a medical professional before deciding on any procedure.
