Body Contouring

Striae / Stretch Mark

Stubborn Fat

Loose Skin

Striae/ Stretch Mark

Stretch marks, medically known as striae, occur when the skin stretches or shrinks rapidly, causing the deeper dermal layers to tear. They appear as long streaks on the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, breasts, and arms, and are extremely common among women during and after pregnancy, individuals with weight fluctuations, and teenagers during growth spurts.

While stretch marks are harmless, many people wish to improve their texture and appearance. With modern collagen-stimulating treatments, significant improvement is now possible.

What Causes Stretch Marks?

1. Pregnancy (Most Common Cause)

As the abdomen expands, the skin stretches faster than collagen can regenerate.
This leads to micro-tears in the dermis, resulting in visible lines.

2. Weight Fluctuations

Rapid weight gain or loss can overstretch the skin, causing structural damage.
These changes commonly affect the abdomen, thighs, and hips.

3. Growth Spurts (Adolescence)

Teenagers may develop stretch marks during periods of rapid height or muscle growth.
Sites include the back, buttocks, thighs, and upper arms.

4. Genetics

If close family members have stretch marks, you may have a higher likelihood of developing them.

5. Hormonal Changes

High levels of estrogen and cortisol can weaken collagen and elastin fibers, reducing the skin’s ability to stretch without tearing.

Types of Stretch Marks

Early Stage (Red / Pink / Purple) – Striae Rubrae

  • Newly formed

  • May feel raised or itchy

  • Blood vessels are still visible

  • Best response to treatment

Late Stage (White / Silver) – Striae Albae

  • Older, more mature stretch marks

  • Flatter and lighter in color

  • Harder to improve but still responsive with collagen-stimulation therapies

Can Stretch Marks Be Removed Completely?

Stretch marks cannot be fully erased, but they can be significantly:
✔ Lightened
✔ Smoothed
✔ Blended into surrounding skin
✔ Tightened for better texture

Most clients see noticeable improvement with the right treatment plan.

Stretch Mark Treatments Available at Our Clinic

All procedures are performed by our LCP-certified aesthetic doctor to ensure safety and optimal results.

1. Radiofrequency Microneedling

Deep collagen remodeling for texture improvement.

  • Tightens loose skin

  • Smooths the uneven texture of stretch marks

  • Reduces visibility in both early & late stages

  • Excellent for postpartum stretch marks

2. Medical Microneedling

Stimulates natural collagen regeneration.

  • Improves superficial and mid-depth stretch marks

  • Enhances skin firmness and elasticity

  • Promotes smoother skin over time

3. Fractional Laser (Resurfacing)

Targets texture irregularities and pigmentation.

  • Breaks down old scar tissue

  • Brightens the color of older white marks

  • Helps blend stretch marks with surrounding skin tone

4. Collagen Biostimulator (e.g., Sculptra / Linerase)

Rebuilds skin thickness and structure.

  • Increases collagen production over months

  • Improves firmness of stretched or atrophic skin

  • Ideal for mature, deeper stretch marks

5. PRP / PRF Skin Regeneration

Uses your body’s own growth factors.

  • Accelerates healing

  • Improves inflammation and early-stage redness

  • Enhances texture when combined with microneedling or laser

6. Polynucleotide (PN) Plenhyage

Advanced regenerative treatment.

  • Repairs damaged dermal fibers

  • Improves elasticity and hydration

  • Helps refine mature stretch marks

  • Excellent for sensitive or thin skin

FAQ

1. Can stretch marks completely disappear?

Stretch marks cannot be removed entirely, but treatments can significantly lighten and smooth them.

2. How many sessions will I need?

Most clients need 3–6 sessions, depending on the severity and stage.

3. Are treatments painful?

Mild discomfort is expected, but numbing cream is used to ensure comfort.

4. When can I see results?

Results gradually appear over 4–12 weeks as collagen rebuilds.

5. Are the treatments safe for postpartum women?

Yes. All treatments are customizable based on skin sensitivity and breastfeeding status.

Stubborn Fat Reduction

Stubborn fat refers to fat deposits that remain in certain areas—despite proper diet, exercise, and healthy habits. These pockets often appear in the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, flanks, and upper arms, and can be difficult to reduce because of hormonal, metabolic, and genetic factors.

While stubborn fat is normal and common, many people seek aesthetic treatments to achieve a more sculpted and confident silhouette. Modern body contouring technologies now offer safe, non-invasive or minimally invasive options that effectively target these resistant fat layers.

What Is Stubborn Fat?

1. Localised Fat Accumulation

Some areas naturally store more fat, especially:

  • Lower abdomen

  • Inner and outer thighs

  • Buttocks

  • Upper arms (“bat wings”)

  • Love handles

Even with weight loss, these areas may not shrink proportionally.

2. Resistance to Diet & Exercise

Stubborn fat has a slower metabolic rate, meaning the fat cells break down less efficiently. Even with:

✔ dieting
✔ calorie control
✔ regular workouts

fat in these areas can persist.

3. Slower Metabolism in Certain Fat Cells

Fat cells in stubborn areas have:

  • Fewer fat-burning receptors

  • More fat-storing receptors
    This makes them naturally more persistent compared to other regions.

Why Does Stubborn Fat Occur?

1. Genetics

Genetic predisposition plays a major role in fat distribution.
If your family tends to hold fat in certain areas, you may as well.

2. Hormonal Imbalances

Hormones influence fat storage.
Examples:

  • Cortisol → abdominal fat accumulation

  • Estrogen → thigh & hip fat retention

  • Insulin resistance → difficulty losing fat

Hormonal changes from stress, menstrual cycles, postpartum shifts, or aging can intensify stubborn fat.

3. Age-Related Metabolism Decline

As metabolism slows with age:

  • Fat breaks down more slowly

  • Muscle mass decreases

  • Fat becomes more concentrated in certain areas

4. Lifestyle Factors

  • Sedentary habits

  • Irregular eating patterns

  • High stress

  • Poor sleep

These factors contribute to hormonal imbalance and slower fat metabolism.

Can Stubborn Fat Be Reduced?

Yes — while exercise and diet help with overall fat reduction, targeted technologies can focus on specific areas where fat is more resistant.

These treatments:
✔ shrink stubborn fat cells
✔ smooth and contour body shape
✔ improve firmness and skin texture
✔ offer predictable, visible results

Stubborn Fat Reduction Treatments at Our Clinic

All treatments are performed or supervised by our LCP-certified doctor for safety and precision.

1. BTL Exion Body (Advanced Body Contouring)

  • Helps reduce stubborn fat pockets

  • Tightens loose skin

  • Improves cellulite appearance

  • Non-invasive, no downtime

  • Precise energy delivery for better shaping and contouring

Perfect for abdomen, thighs, arms, and hip-area fat.

2. Pb Serum (Enzymatic Fat Reduction)

Targeted injection for localized fat dissolution.

  • Breaks down stubborn fat using specialized enzymes

  • Helps sculpt areas like double chin, arms, abdomen

  • Minimally invasive with quick sessions

  • Excellent for small, defined fat pockets

3. Fat Melting (Injection Lipolysis)

Safe fat breakdown for shaping and contouring.

  • Reduces small to medium-size fat deposits

  • Smooths uneven areas

  • Helps achieve more balanced body proportions

  • Visible improvement over several sessions

FAQ

1. Can stubborn fat be removed completely?

Fat cells shrink significantly, but continued lifestyle habits influence long-term results.

2. How many sessions are needed?

Most patients benefit from 3–6 sessions, depending on the area and treatment type.

3. Does it hurt?

Treatments are generally well-tolerated. Sensation varies from warmth to mild pressure or slight discomfort depending on the method.

4. How soon can I see results?

Visible improvement can begin within 3–6 weeks, with continued changes over 2–3 months as the body processes fat breakdown.

5. Is there downtime?

 

Non-invasive treatments like Exion Body require no downtime.
Injection-based treatments may have minimal swelling or tenderness for 1–2 days.

Loose Skin & Skin Laxity Treatment

Loose skin, also known as skin laxity, commonly appears around the abdomen, thighs, arms, hips, and face. It occurs when collagen and elastin—the proteins that keep skin firm—begin to decline. While skin laxity is harmless, many individuals seek treatment to restore a more toned and youthful appearance.

What Causes Loose Skin?

1. Rapid Weight Loss

When weight is lost quickly, the skin may not have enough time to adapt to the new body shape.
This can lead to:

  • Stretching beyond its recovery capacity

  • Wrinkling

  • Sagging or creasing

Especially common after:
✔ postpartum weight loss
✔ weight management programs
✔ bariatric procedures

2. Pregnancy

The abdominal skin stretches significantly during pregnancy to support fetal growth.
After childbirth, the skin may not fully retract, especially if:

  • Skin elasticity was low to begin with

  • Multiple pregnancies occurred

  • There is weakened collagen support

This leads to loose, soft, or creased skin on the tummy.

3. Aging

With age, collagen and elastin production naturally decreases.
This results in:

  • Reduced firmness

  • Sagging

  • Thinning skin

  • Loss of resilience

Common areas affected:
✔ abdomen
✔ arms
✔ thighs
✔ jawline
✔ neck

Why Does Loose Skin Happen?

Loose skin forms when the skin’s support structure—collagen and elastin—breaks down.
When elasticity decreases, the skin cannot fully bounce back, resulting in:

  • Laxity
  • Wrinkles
  • Creases
  • A “soft” or sagging appearance

Can Loose Skin Be Improved?

Yes. Modern aesthetic technologies can tighten, firm, and rebuild the skin’s internal structure without surgery. Treatments stimulate collagen regeneration so the skin becomes:
✔ tighter
✔ firmer
✔ smoother
✔ more elastic

Treatments for Loose Skin at Our Clinic

Performed by our LCP-certified doctor for safety and effective results.

1. Radiofrequency Microneedling

Deep tightening + collagen stimulation.

  • Firms loose abdominal skin

  • Improves creases and wrinkles

  • Strengthens the skin structure

  • Ideal for postpartum or post–weight loss laxity

Works by delivering controlled heat beneath the skin to rebuild collagen from within.

2. BTL Exion Body

Non-invasive RF-based skin tightening.

  • Tightens loose skin on tummy, thighs, arms, and hips

  • Boosts natural collagen and elastin

  • Improves crepey or wrinkled skin

  • Comfortable, no downtime treatment

Great option for patients who want a gentle and effective tightening approach.

3. Collagen Biostimulator (e.g., Sculptra)

Injectable collagen stimulator for long-term skin firmness.

  • Rebuilds skin thickness

  • Enhances elasticity

  • Improves overall tone and texture

  • Excellent for moderate to severe laxity

Collagen biostimulators work gradually to strengthen the skin from inside out.

FAQ

1. Can loose skin be completely tightened?

Loose skin can be significantly improved, but the degree depends on skin quality and severity.

2. How many sessions do I need?

Most clients require 3–6 sessions for optimal tightening.

3. Are the treatments painful?

Radiofrequency and biostimulator treatments are generally comfortable, with minimal downtime.

4. How soon will I see results?

Results appear gradually over 4–12 weeks as new collagen forms.

5. Is it suitable for postpartum women?

Yes—treatments can be customised safely for postpartum and breastfeeding individuals.

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