Celluform fat dissolving treatment

The active ingredients in Celluform are Phosphatidylcholine (soy lecithin) and Deoxycholic Acid. It also contains Nicotinamide (Vitamin PP) which is a vasodilator that increases the circulation in the area treated, plus amino acids.
Celluform+ contains Deoxycholic Acid and has the addition of Arnica Montana to decrease redness and inflammation.

Deoxycholic Acid is a secondary bile acid that is produced naturally in our bodies by intestinal bacteria as we metabolise and digest food. In our bodies, it is used to emulsify fats for absorption in the intestines. We can therefore use the action of this ingredient to break down undesired fat cells within other areas of the body and many products are available containing derivatives of Deoxycholic Acid which are used for injection lipolysis procedures.

Phosphatidylcholine is derived from soya as soy lecithin and is a common food additive. It has anti-cholesterol and anti-triglyceride properties so helps the body to eliminate fat as well as convert it into energy.

Celluform is injected into the subcutaneous tissue under the skin where the fat cells are found. It dissolves the cell membrane of each fat cell or adipocyte. This process is called cell lysis and causes the stored (liquid) fat to be released from the cell. The body then naturally metabolises this liquid fat and it is removed from the body. The fat cells are destroyed permanently.

Treatment is performed under local anaesthesia, whereby a topical numbing cream is applied to the skin for half an hour before treatment. The needles or cannulas used to deliver the product are thin, so it is regarded as a tolerable and not very painful treatment.
For body treatments, a 5ml dose of Celluform is diluted with 5-10ml saline to make the formula needed for injection. Celluform+ uses a 2ml dose per treatment which is diluted with 2-3ml of saline for treating double chins.
On average, you will need 4-6 treatments with Celluform for body treatments, usually 1 session every 2-4 weeks. For face treatment, you will be recommended to have a treatment session once every 4-6 weeks and will need 2-3 treatments in total. Some people do get good results from a single session however, a course is usually recommended for optimal reduction in fatty deposits.
A treatment session takes approximately 30-60 minutes depending on the size of the area being treated.
You will be advised to massage the area once or twice per day and drink at least 2 litres of water per day post-treatment to help your body to metabolise and expel the fat.
You should avoid sources of heat such as sunbathing, steam rooms or saunas for 2 weeks post-treatment and avoid strenuous exercise for a week.

Celluform is used to treat localised body fat and cellulite, such as saddlebags, bingo wings, bra bulges, fat around the knees, stomach, and thighs. Celluform+ is used for treating localised fat in the submental region of the face only, otherwise known as a double chin.

Fat dissolving injections with Celluform are not a weight loss treatment or indicated for the removal of large areas of fatty tissue.

This treatment is regarded as cosmetic and is not a medical device.

Trained members of the medical profession only.

Revital Celluform – comes in 10ml vials ready for dilution.

Celluform+ (Melting Effect) – comes in 10ml vials ready for dilution.

Those with a known allergy to any of the ingredients or who have certain medical conditions, including scleroderma, lupus or autoimmune conditions are not suitable for treatment with Celluform or Celluform Plus.

The treatment is not suitable if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Expect to see initial results after approximately 2 weeks as your body starts to break down and rid the fat cells. The full effect will take longer, and a course of several treatments is usually recommended for the full and optimised effect. You may also be offered a review for future maintenance, as although results are permanent, that is dependent on lifestyle and future weight gain. You will be advised to follow a good diet and take regular exercise to maintain your results.

Common side effects include redness, swelling, tenderness and bruising at the injection site and in the treated area. You may also have a tight or tingling feeling, both during treatment and for a short period of time afterwards. This is due to the action of the active ingredients working on your fat cells and beginning the process of elimination. The area may also feel a little numb or itch for a few weeks post-treatment.

The expected downtime for all the above side effects is a week to ten days.