Fat dissolving solutions: what practitioners should know

What fat dissolving products are

Fat dissolving products are injectable solutions used by trained practitioners in face and body contouring protocols. They are sold under a range of brand names, and formulations vary considerably between manufacturers.

Because the category is broad, the most useful starting point is always the product's own documents: the list of ingredients, the indicated areas and the manufacturer's protocol.

What to compare

When you compare fat dissolving products, check:

• Active ingredients and their concentration.
• Vial or ampoule size, and any mixing or dilution instructions.
• The indicated face and body areas in the IFU.
• The recommended number of sessions and the time between them.
• The aftercare guidance the manufacturer provides for patients.
• Classification, labelling and a clear UK supply route.

Consultation and suitability

Thorough consultation is especially important in this category. Follow the contraindications and precautions in the manufacturer's IFU, and your training provider's protocols.

Tell patients what to expect after treatment, using the manufacturer's patient information. Manage their expectations around the number of sessions.

Aftercare and follow-up

Most protocols include written aftercare instructions and a planned review appointment. Use the manufacturer's patient information where it's available, and record the product, batch and the area treated in the patient's notes.

Storage and handling

Store the product as the pack directs. Once a vial is opened or mixed, follow the manufacturer's instructions on how soon it must be used. Do not use products past expiry or if the seal is broken.

Building it into your menu

Fat dissolving treatments are usually given as a course. As with other course-based treatments, ordering against booked sessions keeps waste down. Approved trade accounts can reorder quickly from their account.

Professional use

This guide is general product information for trained professionals. It is not clinical advice. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for use (IFU), your training, your insurer's requirements and current UK guidance.