Nanofat Grafting Explained
If you are searching for the most effective way to improve overall skin quality, nano fat grafting is one treatment you need to know more about.
It is a more natural and regenerative approach to skin rejuvenation that uses your own tissue to create healthier skin from within.
Most people do not realise that you can use your own fat tissue to soften fine lines, stimulate collagen production and refresh the delicate areas such as the under-eye region.
But this is exactly what nano fat injections do. What makes them even more popular is that nano fat helps you achieve subtle, natural-looking results that continue to improve over time.
In nanofat grafting explained, Doctors Tatiana + Rishi will guide you through what the treatment is, how it works, and what makes it different from traditional fat grafting.
If you are ready to see if nano fat grafting is right for you, why not book an initial consultation at our London clinic today.
What is nano fat grafting?
Nano fat grafting or nano fat injections are an advanced regenerative treatment that uses your own harvested fat to rejuvenate the superficial layers of the skin.
Unlike traditional fat transfer, which is designed to restore volume, nano fat is processed into a fine, cell-rich solution that we inject into the skin.
The solution contains stem cells, growth factors, and other extracellular matrix components. So, instead of significant volume restoration, nano fat works to improve tissue quality over time.
Nano fat injections also support collagen production and help the surrounding tissue regenerate.
It is an ideal treatment for improving skin texture, reducing fine lines and giving your skin a radiant glow. We can also use nano fat injections to minimise acne scars and rejuvenate under eye dark circles.
Many patients choose nano fat grafting because it can provide you with more natural and subtle results without the need for hyaluronic acid fillers.
What areas of the face and body can you treat with nano fat grafting?
At Derma Aesthetics London, we use nano fat grafting to treat delicate areas of the face, including:
- Under eye area or tear troughs (dark circles)
- Neck – for skin quality improvement
- Décolletage – to boost collagen and reduce sleep wrinkles
- Face and mouth – to soften fine lines and reduce acne scars
- Hands – to minimise the look of ageing skin
We can also combine nano fat injections with a facial fat transfer for patients requiring subtle volume restoration and want improved skin quality.
How does the nano fat process work?
All patients start with a personalised consultation. This is where you will meet with one of our doctors or practitioners to assess your skin condition, skin concerns and desired results.
The procedure itself is minimally invasive and only requires a local anaesthetic.
We start by taking a small amount of adipose tissue (body fat) that we collect through a gentle fat harvest technique. This is usually taken from the abdomen or thighs.
The next step is to process the harvested fat cells through a mechanical system that filters and breaks down whole fat cells.
This helps to create a smooth liquid that is rich in stem cells and growth factors that we can then inject to support skin rejuvenation.
We use fine cannulas, needles or microneedling to inject the solution into the targeted areas.
Because nano fat grafting relies on your own tissue, the concentration of stem cells and growth factors is high.
This means that most patients see gradual improvements in skin texture and skin quality over the next few months.
Is nano fat the same as micro fat grafting?
No, Nano fat grafting is not the same as micro fat grafting.
Micro fat grafting – uses intact fat cells which help to restore lost facial volume and add shape and structural lifting to the chin (chin augmentation), cheeks, or under eye area.
Nano fat grafting – emulsify and filter fat cells to develop a smooth liquid to rejuvenate the skin, including minimising fine lines and acne scars.
Some surgical procedures may combine both methods to add volume to areas of the face and support tissue regeneration. This can help create natural contours and long-lasting skin rejuvenation.
Who is suitable for nano fat grafting?
Most patients who are looking for facial rejuvenation and better skin quality tend to be suitable for nano fat grafting.
You will need to have adequate donor fat for the treatment to go ahead. The good news is that we only need a small amount of donor tissue.
This means that even slim patients tend to have enough adipose tissue for us to harvest.
We will confirm your suitability for nano fat injections during your consultation.
You might be a good candidate for nano fat grafting if you want to:
- Improve skin texture
- Reduce fine lines and wrinkles
- Support tissue regeneration
- Rejuvenate delicate areas such as the under eyes
- Avoid synthetic dermal fillers
- Support collagen production naturally
Can you combine nano fat grafting with other cosmetic procedures?
Yes, in some cases nanofat grafting can be combined with certain types of aesthetic surgery or treatments such as:
- Micro fat grafting for volume restoration
- Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)
- Laser treatments
- Microneedling treatments
- Fat transfer procedures
- Dermal fillers – to help restore lost volume
We look at your medical history and discuss your aesthetic goals during your consultation. From this, we can decide what is the best course of treatment for you.
Nano fat results
Nano fat grafting results will start to appear gradually, improving skin quality over the following weeks and months.
You can expect any initial swelling which will go down in 7-14 days. There is minimal downtime with this treatment.
Most patients return to light activities after 3-5 days.
Over the next 1-3 months as new collagen forms, most patients see:
- Fewer fine lines
- Brighter under eyes
- Smoother skin texture (including reduced acne scars)
- More even skin tone
The final results are typically visible after around six months.
Book a consultation with Doctors Tatiana + Rishi for nano fat grafting
If you want to talk to one of our medical experts in-person about how nano fat grafting can improve your skin quality, book an initial consultation at our London clinic.
We have years of experience in aesthetic medicine and regenerative treatments. Our focus is on developing tailored treatment plans that suit your needs and support your desired goals.
Start your journey to healthier, smoother and more radiant skin today.
