How to slim down facial fat

Oct 15, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Han Xuefeng
Introduction
The term "face" refers to the facial area. In general, facial fat can be reduced through cosmetic medical procedures such as injection of botulinum toxin type A, radiofrequency lipolysis, liposuction, thread lift surgery, and fiber-optic lipolysis. It is recommended to visit a reputable hospital and undergo these procedures under the guidance of a qualified physician. In daily life, reduce consumption of high-sugar and high-fat foods, such as cream cakes, fatty meats, and fried chicken.

"Face" refers to the facial area. In general, facial fat can be reduced through cosmetic medical procedures such as injectable type A botulinum toxin, radiofrequency lipolysis, liposuction, thread lifting surgery, and fiber-optic lipolysis. It is recommended to visit a reputable hospital and undergo these procedures under the guidance of a qualified physician.

Analysis of Medical Aesthetic Methods for Facial Slimming:

Procedure Name

Injectable Type A Botulinum Toxin

Radiofrequency Lipolysis

Liposuction

Thread Lift Surgery

Fiber-Optic Lipolysis

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Principle

Blocks neuromuscular junctions to inhibit muscle contraction

Uses high thermal energy targeted at areas with fat accumulation

Removes excess fat using specialized instruments

Inserts absorbable protein threads beneath the skin to lift facial tissues

Utilizes plasma photothermal energy to uniformly liquefy fat cells

Reference Price

200–2,000 RMB per session

1,000–6,000 RMB per session

5,000–30,000 RMB per session

10,000–25,000 RMB per session

5,000–10,000 RMB per session

Advantages

1. Facial lifting effect
2. Minimal discomfort

1. Minimal discomfort
2. High safety profile

1. Highly targeted
2. Less likely to leave scars post-surgery

1. Noticeable results
2. Simple surgical procedure

1. Precise targeting
2. Improves facial contours

Potential Risks

1. Muscle paralysis
2. Skin laxity

1. Localized swelling
2. Skin itching

1. Skin irregularities
2. Redness and swelling

1. Subcutaneous bleeding
2. Facial depressions

1. Skin laxity
2. Facial nerve damage

Time to See Improvement

3–10 days

30–60 days

30–90 days

30–60 days

14–28 days

Duration of Results

6–12 months

6–12 months

5–7 years

1–2 years

4–8 months

In daily life, reducing intake of high-sugar and high-fat foods—such as cream cakes, fatty meats, and fried chicken—and moderately consuming fresh fruits and vegetables like cucumber, spinach, kiwi, and tomatoes may help reduce carbohydrate intake and contribute, to some extent, to facial slimming.