Injectable body treatment
Lemon Bottle in Marylebone, London
Lemon Bottle is an injectable treatment aimed at small, localised areas of fat. From £120 a treatment at our clinic on Lisson Grove, after a consultation.
Price
From £120 a treatment, confirmed at consultation
Time
About 35 minutes
Course
Usually a course of sessions, planned at consultation
Recovery
Swelling, tenderness and bruising can follow
Results
Gradual, over a course. They vary from person to person.
Who
Adults aged 18 and over, after a consultation
Not sure if it is right for you? Fill in our consultation form or message us on WhatsApp. Neither is needed to book.
Depending on the treatment, we may send you a consultation form to complete before your appointment.
Who it suits
Lemon Bottle is aimed at small pockets of fat in adults who are at or near their usual weight.
- Under the chin
- The abdomen and flanks
- The upper arms and thighs
Who it is not suitable for
- Anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding
- Anyone under 18
- Anyone with an allergy to any of the ingredients, including pineapple
- Anyone with diabetes, or liver or kidney disease
- Anyone with a skin infection in the area
- It is not a weight-loss treatment and is not suitable for larger areas of fat
We go through your medical history at your consultation and will tell you if another treatment, or no treatment, is the better choice.
What it is
Lemon Bottle is an injectable solution made in South Korea. Its maker lists riboflavin (vitamin B2), bromelain, which is an enzyme from pineapple, and lecithin among its ingredients. It is injected into the layer of fat beneath the skin.
It is a different product from Aqualyx, which is based on deoxycholic acid and has been in use for longer. There is less published research on Lemon Bottle, and we go through what is and is not known at your consultation. Which of the two is suitable for you is decided then.
Your appointment
Consultation
We look at your skin, go through your medical history and explain the likely result, the risks and the alternatives. You can take time to decide.
Treatment
The area is marked and cleaned. The solution is injected at several points across the area with a fine needle.
Afterwards
Swelling, redness and tenderness can follow and usually settle over the following days. If you are having a course, we book your next session.
Prices
Lemon Bottle, one treatment
From £120 Book
The price depends on the area and is confirmed at your consultation.
Who treats you
Injectable treatments at Skin Life are carried out only by appropriately trained and insured practitioners, after a face-to-face consultation.
Side effects and risks
Expected: swelling, redness, tenderness and bruising in the area.
Less common: lumps or an uneven result, infection, or an allergic reaction. Your practitioner explains these before you agree to treatment. Contact the clinic if anything worries you afterwards.
Afterwards
- Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas and hot baths for a few days.
- Drink plenty of water.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing over the area while it is swollen.
Questions
How is Lemon Bottle different from Aqualyx?
They are different products. Aqualyx is based on deoxycholic acid and has been in use for longer. Lemon Bottle’s maker lists riboflavin, bromelain and lecithin. We explain both at your consultation.
How many sessions will I need?
It is usually taken as a course. The number of sessions and the gap between them are planned at your consultation.
Is it a way to lose weight?
No. It is aimed at small, localised areas and does not replace diet and exercise.
Does it hurt?
The injections can sting, and the area can be tender and swollen afterwards.