Body Treatments
Lemon Bottle in Dubai
For small, stubborn fat pockets — assessed honestly, and never offered as weight loss.
- DHA Licensed GP · 29664582-005
- MSc Clinical Dermatology
- AAAM Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine
- Jumeirah 3, Dubai
Lemon Bottle is an injectable lipolytic treatment used to reduce small, localised pockets of fat that have not responded to diet and exercise. It is not a weight-loss treatment and is not suitable for generalised weight reduction. A course of sessions is normally required, with marked swelling expected.
Key facts
- Treatment time
- 30–45 min
- Downtime
- Swelling and tenderness in treated area for several days.
- Results visible
- Visible improvement over 4–8 weeks; multiple sessions may be needed.
- Price from
- AED 200 – AED 250
Introduction
What is Lemon Bottle?
Lemon Bottle is a popular fat dissolving injectable used to reduce small, stubborn fat pockets that resist diet and exercise.
Treatment areas commonly include submental fat, jowls, and discrete body pockets — with gradual, natural-looking contour improvement.
Dr. Maliha Dar performs Lemon Bottle treatments after careful assessment of anatomy, fat distribution, and realistic expectations.
Lemon Bottle is one of the aesthetic treatments in Dubai offered by Dr. Maliha Dar, and is often planned alongside other treatments as part of a single assessment.
Benefits
Key Benefits
- Targets localised fat deposits
- Non-surgical contouring
- Popular fat dissolving formulation
- Gradual natural results
- Session packages available
Treatment Areas
Areas & Concerns Treated
- Double chin
- Jowls
- Localised body fat
- Stubborn pockets
Who Is a Good Candidate?
- Those with small stubborn fat areas
- Patients seeking non-surgical fat reduction
- Individuals with good skin elasticity
Pricing
Current Offers
Transparent pricing for this treatment. Final cost may vary based on your personalised consultation plan.
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Per ml | AED 200 – AED 250 |
| 1 Session (5ml) | AED 799 |
View all clinic offers on the pricing page.
What to Expect
Your Treatment Journey
From your first consultation with Dr. Maliha Dar through to aftercare — every step is planned for safety, comfort, and natural-looking results.
- Step 1
Consultation
Dr. Maliha Dar assesses your concerns, medical history, and suitability for Lemon Bottle.
- Step 2
Treatment
Your personalised protocol is performed with precision techniques and medical-grade products.
- Step 3
Aftercare
Clear guidance supports healing, results, and any recommended follow-up sessions.
Session Length
30–45 min
Results Timeline
Visible improvement over 4–8 weeks; multiple sessions may be needed.
Downtime
Swelling and tenderness in treated area for several days.
What results can I realistically expect from Lemon Bottle?
Timeline
Visible improvement over 4–8 weeks; multiple sessions may be needed.
Downtime
Swelling and tenderness in treated area for several days.
What this treatment can do
- Reduction in a small, defined pocket of fat across a course of sessions
- A change in contour rather than in body weight
What it will not do
- This is not a weight-loss treatment and will not change the number on the scale meaningfully
- It does not tighten loose skin, and may make existing laxity more apparent
- Results depend on maintaining a stable weight afterwards
Individual results vary. No aesthetic treatment produces a guaranteed outcome, and anyone promising one should be treated with caution.
How much does Lemon Bottle cost in Dubai?
FromAED 200 – AED 250
Body treatments are priced per session and per area, and are normally delivered as a course. The figures below are the clinic's current prices; how many sessions you need is assessed honestly at consultation.
What affects the price
- The number of vials or syringes needed, which depends on the size of the area
- The number of sessions in the course — these treatments are rarely a single visit
- How many areas are treated
You receive written pricing at consultation before any treatment goes ahead. The clinic does not quote a final price without assessing you first, because the amount of product and number of sessions genuinely differ between patients.
Safety
Suitability, aftercare and risks
Who is Lemon Bottle not suitable for?
Suitability is decided at consultation, not online. Lemon Bottle is generally not appropriate in the following situations:
- Anyone seeking general weight loss rather than treatment of a localised fat pocket
- A significantly raised BMI, where the treatment is not appropriate
- Skin laxity as the primary concern, which this treatment does not address
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- An active skin infection, inflammation or cold sore in the treatment area
- A known allergy to the product or any of its components
- Certain autoimmune or bleeding disorders, depending on the individual case
- Unrealistic expectations of what a non-surgical treatment can achieve
How to prepare
- Where medically safe to do so, avoid alcohol for 24 hours beforehand
- Discuss any blood-thinning medication or supplements with Dr. Dar before your appointment - never stop prescribed medication without advice from the doctor who prescribed it
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing to your appointment
- Plan around swelling, which is expected and can be marked in the first days
- Be clear with Dr. Dar about your goals so suitability can be assessed honestly
Aftercare
- Expect swelling and firmness - this is part of how the treatment works
- Wear any compression garment exactly as advised
- Avoid strenuous exercise for the period advised
- Keep well hydrated and maintain your usual diet and activity
- Allow the full interval between sessions before judging results
Risks and side effects
Every medical treatment carries risk. These are discussed fully at consultation so you can give informed consent.
| How common | What can happen |
|---|---|
| Common |
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| Uncommon |
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| Rare |
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When to contact us straight away
Do not wait for your review appointment if you notice any of the following:
- Pain that increases rather than settles
- Spreading redness, heat or swelling, or fever
- Skin that breaks down or discolours over the treated area
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
- How is Lemon Bottle different from Aqualyx?
- Both are fat dissolving injectables with different formulations. Dr. Maliha Dar will recommend the best option for your area and goals.
- Is the fat reduction permanent?
- Fat cells that are broken down do not return, but remaining cells can still enlarge with weight gain. The result therefore depends on maintaining a stable weight, which is discussed honestly before treatment.
- Which areas can be treated?
- Small, defined pockets of fat that have not responded to diet and exercise. Whether your area is suitable is assessed at consultation, and Dr. Dar will decline where the treatment is not the right option.
- Is this a weight-loss treatment?
- No. These treatments address small, localised pockets of fat that have not responded to diet and exercise. They are not appropriate for general weight reduction, and Dr. Dar will decline treatment where the goal is weight loss rather than contour.
- How many sessions will I need?
- Body treatments are given as a course, with a defined interval between sessions to allow the area to settle. The number depends on the size of the area and your response, and is agreed at consultation rather than promised in advance.
- How much swelling should I expect?
- Marked swelling, tenderness and firmness are expected and are part of how these treatments work. It can last several days and is more pronounced after the first session. Plan treatment when you have a few quiet days.
- What happens at the consultation?
- Dr. Dar assesses the area, discusses your goals, and gives an honest view on whether treatment is appropriate. Where skin laxity rather than fat is the main issue, or where the goal is weight loss, she will say that treatment is not the right option.
Your Physician
Performed by Dr. Maliha Dar
Lemon Bottle at Aesthetic Clinic by Dr. Maliha Dar is performed by Dr. Maliha Dar, a DHA-licensed General Practitioner with an MSc in Clinical Dermatology. Every treatment begins with a personalised consultation to ensure safe, natural-looking results.
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