TL;DR — what is Aqualyx?
Aqualyx is an Italian-formulated injectable lipolytic based on a stabilized aqueous solution of sodium deoxycholate, designed to dissolve localized fat deposits. It is among the most studied injection-lipolysis compounds in European aesthetic literature.
How Aqualyx works (the science, in plain language)
The active molecule is sodium deoxycholate — a bile acid your liver naturally produces to emulsify dietary fats during digestion. When injected directly into subcutaneous fat, deoxycholate disrupts the membranes of fat cells, causing them to rupture and release their lipid contents. The body then clears these fatty acids through normal lymphatic drainage and metabolic processing over 4–6 weeks. Aqualyx adds a polymer-based slow-release matrix that controls how the active reaches fat cells, reducing the inflammation spike characteristic of older injection-lipolysis formulations. The fat reduction is permanent at the destroyed cell sites, but new fat can be stored elsewhere if caloric balance shifts.
What clinical research shows
A clinical evaluation in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology documented adipocyte destruction in injection-lipolysis with deoxycholate-based formulations. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (2016) reviewed Aqualyx specifically and reported circumference reductions in treated areas across multi-session protocols. Aqualyx remains widely used in European aesthetic dermatology with over a decade of published case series.
Reference dosing from clinical trials
Consult a licensed Philippine medical professional before any injection-lipolysis protocol. Published technique uses 0.2–0.5mL per injection point in a 1cm grid, with 2–6mL total per session per anatomical area depending on size. Sessions space 3–4 weeks apart; most protocols complete 4–8 sessions for optimal results. Anesthetic (often pre-mixed lidocaine) is commonly used to manage discomfort.
Common side effects (and how individuals manage them)
- Significant swelling — days 1–7; ice and compression help.
- Bruising — fades within 1–2 weeks.
- Burning sensation at injection — manage with pre-mixed anesthetic.
- Hard nodules — normal fat-clearance lumps; resolve within 4–6 weeks.
- Erythema (redness) — transient inflammatory response.
How Aqualyx compares to other lipolytics
Versus Lemon Bottle — Aqualyx uses sodium deoxycholate alone (no bromelain or B2), which produces stronger fat-cell destruction but more pronounced inflammation. Aqualyx has more years of European publication history; Lemon Bottle has the gentler post-procedure profile. Versus systemic peptides like AOD-9604 — Aqualyx is purely localized; AOD-9604 acts on fat metabolism systemically. Researchers and clinicians choose Aqualyx for stubborn, localized fat where deeper destruction is the goal.
Buying Aqualyx in the Philippines
Noki Labs supplies Aqualyx at ₱500 per vial, shipped cold-chain nationwide. Cash-on-delivery, 1–7 day delivery, free shipping over ₱2,500 with FREESHIP. Iloilo and Bacolod are top Visayan demand cities — see Peptide Supplier Iloilo. Visit the Aqualyx product page or browse Skin & Aesthetics. Shipping info: Shipping & Delivery.
FAQ
Is Aqualyx CE-marked?
Yes — Aqualyx carries CE-marking in Europe. As with any peptide or aesthetic injectable, consult a licensed healthcare provider for individualized guidance before starting.
How many sessions are needed?
Most published protocols run 4–8 sessions, spaced 3–4 weeks apart, depending on area size and individual response.
Is anesthetic required?
Pre-mixed lidocaine is commonly used to manage burning sensation during injection.
How does it differ from liposuction?
Liposuction is mechanical fat extraction. Aqualyx triggers natural fat-cell destruction via injectable lipolysis — no anesthesia, no scarring, but multiple sessions required.
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Last reviewed: May 2026 · Read more in our FAQ