QD Clinic

V-Olet Body 6ccin Gangnam, Seoul

V-Olet Body 6cc concerns consultation about body use of a deoxycholic acid (DCA) injection. Its Korean approved indication is improvement of moderate to severe submental fat in adults; body use is off-label. The 6cc describes this service option, not a recommended dose suitable for every area. At QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, consultation helps determine which options suit your concerns.

V-Olet Body 6cc in Gangnam, Seoul: illustrative consultation and examination scene
V-Olet Body 6cc — the area treated, in close-up
Reference images of products, devices and treatment areas.

Who it’s for

  • Small, localized fat on the upper arms
  • Fullness at the flanks or love handles
  • Fat above the knees or on the inner thighs
  • Anyone who prefers a non-surgical, injection-based option

Before body use, we explain the rationale for that site, evidence limitations, alternatives and possible adverse effects. Results, doses and intervals from submental studies are not transferred directly to the body. Fat distribution and surrounding anatomy are assessed to determine suitability.

How it works

V-Olet Body 6cc concerns consultation about body use of a deoxycholic acid (DCA) injection. Its Korean approved indication is improvement of moderate to severe submental fat in adults; body use is off-label. The 6cc describes this service option, not a recommended dose suitable for every area. Before body use, we explain the rationale for that site, evidence limitations, alternatives and possible adverse effects. Results, doses and intervals from submental studies are not transferred directly to the body. Fat distribution and surrounding anatomy are assessed to determine suitability.

THE MECHANISM, STEP BY STEP

  • 01A deoxycholic-acid solution

    V-Olet places a solution based on deoxycholic acid (DCA) — a bile acid the body also produces — into small pockets of body fat such as the arms, flanks or above the knees.

  • 02Acting at the fat-cell membrane

    DCA works at the membrane of fat cells in the treated area so the fat is broken down locally, which is why precise placement matters.

  • 03Plan volume and sessions

    Before body use, we explain the rationale for that site, evidence limitations, alternatives and possible adverse effects. Results, doses and intervals from submental studies are not transferred directly to the body. Fat distribution and surrounding anatomy are assessed to determine suitability.

  • 04Review progress

    Swelling, pain, firmness and skin reactions are reviewed as recovery progresses. The need, area and interval for further treatment are decided after examination. A fixed course or time to results is not assumed for body use.

Treatment areas

Upper arms
Small pockets of upper-arm fat.
Flanks & love handles
The waist and sides.
Above the knees
Localized fat over the knee.
Inner thighs
Small localized pockets, decided at consultation.

What the procedure is like

  1. 1Consultation and assessment of the area
  2. 2Cleansing and marking of injection points
  3. 3Injections of the deoxycholic-acid solution across the points
  4. 4Brief pressure, cooling and aftercare guidance

Consultation, preparation and observation time depend on the area and skin condition.

Recovery & aftercare

  • Bruising, swelling, pain or redness may occur after an injection. Early swelling should not be read as the final contour.
  • Do not press firmly or massage the area yourself. Follow individual advice on showering, exercise and alcohol.
  • Swelling, pain, firmness and skin reactions are reviewed as recovery progresses. The need, area and interval for further treatment are decided after examination. A fixed course or time to results is not assumed for body use.

What to expect over time

A general guide to how the days and months after treatment usually unfold. Results vary by individual.

  1. Consultation

    Assess fat distribution, swelling and skin laxity standing and seated. Review previous injections or surgery, skin inflammation and current medicines.

  2. Treatment day

    Confirm ingredients, allergies and consent, then prepare the skin. Treat only the clinician-planned area and check the immediate skin response and discomfort.

  3. Early recovery

    Bruising, swelling, pain or redness may occur after an injection. Early swelling should not be read as the final contour.

  4. Review

    Swelling, pain, firmness and skin reactions are reviewed as recovery progresses. The need, area and interval for further treatment are decided after examination. A fixed course or time to results is not assumed for body use.

Sessions & results

Swelling, pain, firmness and skin reactions are reviewed as recovery progresses. The need, area and interval for further treatment are decided after examination. A fixed course or time to results is not assumed for body use.

How it compares

These options all reduce small pockets of body fat or shape the body, but they work in different ways, so the right one depends on the area and whether firmness is also a goal.

ComparisonV-Olet Body 6ccQD S-Cut InjectionBody ONDA
ApproachFat-dissolving injection (deoxycholic acid)Fat-dissolving injection (clinic protocol)Microwave (Coolwaves) with cooling
TargetsSmall localized fat pocketsSmall localized body fatLocalized fat and skin firmness
Often chosen forSmall pockets with a specific DCA productBody fat mapped across several pointsFat with firmness and cellulite appearance

Neither is “better” — they work differently and suit different goals. The right choice is decided after we assess your skin.

Safety & considerations

Possible reactions

  • Temporary swelling in the treated area, which can be noticeable in the first days
  • Tenderness, warmth, firmness or redness in the area
  • Mild bruising at injection points
  • A firm feeling or small lumps that usually settle over time
  • Rarely, temporary numbness in the area that typically recovers

When to take extra care

  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding — let us know at consultation
  • Active infection, inflammation or skin problems in the treatment area
  • A bleeding tendency or use of blood-thinning medication — tell your doctor
  • Recent fillers, threads or other treatments in the area — so timing can be planned
  • A history of keloid or difficulty with wound healing

Before body use, we explain the rationale for that site, evidence limitations, alternatives and possible adverse effects. Results, doses and intervals from submental studies are not transferred directly to the body. Fat distribution and surrounding anatomy are assessed to determine suitability. Contact the clinic for worsening pain, redness, swelling, heat, fever or skin-colour changes. Breathing difficulty or severe systemic allergy symptoms require emergency assessment.

Your care at QD Clinic

  • Performed by a board-certified doctor

    Your injection is performed and medically reviewed by a board-certified doctor.

  • A deoxycholic-acid injection

    V-Olet is a deoxycholic-acid injection approved in Korea by the MFDS for under-chin fat; its use on small body areas is decided per person at consultation.

  • Care in your language

    Consultation in English, with 中文 and 日本語 support arranged on request — including questions before you travel.

  • A short walk from Gangnam Station

    Central Seoul location with guidance from the airport and nearby hotels, and hours shown in KST.

Frequently asked questions

  • V-Olet Body 6cc concerns consultation about body use of a deoxycholic acid (DCA) injection. Its Korean approved indication is improvement of moderate to severe submental fat in adults; body use is off-label. The 6cc describes this service option, not a recommended dose suitable for every area. Before body use, we explain the rationale for that site, evidence limitations, alternatives and possible adverse effects. Results, doses and intervals from submental studies are not transferred directly to the body. Fat distribution and surrounding anatomy are assessed to determine suitability.

  • V-Olet Body 6cc concerns consultation about body use of a deoxycholic acid (DCA) injection. Its Korean approved indication is improvement of moderate to severe submental fat in adults; body use is off-label. The 6cc describes this service option, not a recommended dose suitable for every area. Standard S-Cut contains steroids; S-Cut Plus does not. The other ingredients, concentrations, intended use and treatment area are confirmed before treatment. The name alone does not establish a particular fat-reducing ingredient, mechanism or approved indication. Steroid-related precautions and previous injection reactions are reviewed.

  • This is not a weight-loss or large-volume fat-reduction treatment and does not replace liposuction. The extent and duration of change vary with the person and formulation.

  • Bruising, swelling, pain or redness may occur after an injection. Early swelling should not be read as the final contour. Do not press firmly or massage the area yourself. Follow individual advice on showering, exercise and alcohol. Contact the clinic for worsening pain, redness, swelling, heat, fever or skin-colour changes. Breathing difficulty or severe systemic allergy symptoms require emergency assessment.

  • Bruising, swelling, pain or redness may occur after an injection. Early swelling should not be read as the final contour. Do not press firmly or massage the area yourself. Follow individual advice on showering, exercise and alcohol. Contact the clinic for worsening pain, redness, swelling, heat, fever or skin-colour changes. Breathing difficulty or severe systemic allergy symptoms require emergency assessment.

  • Before body use, we explain the rationale for that site, evidence limitations, alternatives and possible adverse effects. Results, doses and intervals from submental studies are not transferred directly to the body. Fat distribution and surrounding anatomy are assessed to determine suitability.

  • We first check whether assessment and any necessary follow-up fit your stay. Share your arrival, departure and important event dates before booking. For this treatment, the expected course is as follows. Swelling, pain, firmness and skin reactions are reviewed as recovery progresses. The need, area and interval for further treatment are decided after examination. A fixed course or time to results is not assumed for body use. Do not press firmly or massage the area yourself. Follow individual advice on showering, exercise and alcohol. Examination may lead to postponement or additional visits. Confirm contact arrangements after returning home and when in-person medical care may be needed. What the doctor checks first for this treatment: “How far localized body fat extends on the arms, the flanks or above the knees, and skin elasticity”.

Often considered together

Treatments that are sometimes planned alongside this one, decided at consultation.

QD S-Cut Injection

Our clinic protocol for body fat mapped across several points; which of the two suits your area is decided at consultation.

Body ONDA

Microwave Coolwaves work on localized fat together with skin firmness, and may be planned alongside a fat-dissolving injection for a smoother surface. Sequencing is decided by your doctor.

Thermage FLX

When loose or crepey skin accompanies the fat, radiofrequency firming addresses laxity that fat reduction alone does not. The plan is decided by your doctor.

For international patients

Consultation in English / 中文 / 日本語 · WhatsApp · WeChat · KakaoTalk · a 4-minute walk from Sinnonhyeon / Nonhyeon Station (hours in KST).

How many days should I stay?

Surgery and course-based treatments need a check-up. We tell you before you book whether that means staying longer or coming back another time.

For International Patients