The Shiny Touch
The Shiny Touch
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Non-invasive fat reduction targeting stubborn pockets that resist diet and exercise — without surgery or needles.
Localised fat deposits that stubbornly resist diet and exercise are a common frustration. These pockets of fat — commonly found under the chin (submental fat), along the jawline, on the flanks, and in the lower abdomen — are determined largely by genetics and are not always responsive to caloric deficit or training. At The Shiny Touch, Paula offers Aqualyx fat-dissolving injections to break down and permanently remove these localised fat cells, helping to improve body contour and refine the facial and body profile without surgery.
Stubborn fat pockets are largely genetically determined. Fat cells contain receptors for both fat storage (alpha receptors) and fat release (beta receptors). In certain areas — particularly the chin, flanks, and inner thighs — fat cells have a disproportionately high ratio of alpha to beta receptors, meaning they are extremely resistant to releasing their stored fat even during caloric deficit. Hormonal factors, particularly oestrogen, can influence fat distribution patterns. Ageing also plays a role — metabolic rate slows and fat distribution shifts, with fat accumulating more readily in areas that were previously lean.
Paula will assess your skin, discuss your concerns, and recommend the most effective treatment plan for lasting results.
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Paula will tailor a plan using one or more of these evidence-based treatments to achieve the best possible results for your skin.
Yes — Aqualyx works by disrupting the membrane of fat cells, causing them to break down and be permanently eliminated by the body's lymphatic system. Once destroyed, these fat cells cannot return. However, remaining fat cells in the area can still expand with significant weight gain, so maintaining a stable weight is important to preserve results.
Most clients require 2–4 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart to achieve optimal reduction of the target area. The number of sessions depends on the size of the fat pocket and your desired outcome. Paula will assess the area at consultation and give a realistic estimate.
No — fat dissolving injections are a targeted body contouring treatment for localised fat pockets, not a weight loss solution. They work best for clients who are at or near their target weight but have specific areas they cannot slim down through diet and exercise alone.
The most commonly treated areas at The Shiny Touch are the submental (double chin) area, jowls and jawline, and localised pockets elsewhere on the body. Paula will confirm suitability at your consultation and recommend whether fat dissolving, a different treatment, or a combination approach is most appropriate for your concern.
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