Skinny BBL Before and After
A Skinny BBL (Skinny Brazilian Butt Lift) is a specialized procedure designed for lean, athletic individuals with lower body fat. This technique involves harvesting fat from multiple areas such as the abdomen, flanks, thighs, and back through precise liposuction, and then strategically injecting it into the buttocks to create refined curves and subtle enhancement. This dual-action procedure not only enhances the butt with balanced projection but also sculpts and tones the donor areas for an overall refined silhouette. Explore before-and-after photos of our Skinny BBL results below.
Other options to improve the shape of the buttocks include Butt Implants and Fat Transfer.
*Patients results will vary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Final results typically become visible around six months to one year after surgery. Initial swelling will decrease around two weeks post-op, with a gradual process called "fluffing" occurring as fat cells incorporate and grow, leading to fuller and rounder buttocks. Because Skinny BBL uses less transferred fat, your results will be more subtle and refined compared to traditional BBL outcomes.
The amount of fat that can be transferred depends on how much fat is available for harvest from your donor sites and how much fat the buttocks can safely hold. Lean patients typically have less fat available, which is why we harvest from multiple areas. Dr. Nykiel will work with the available fat to create beautiful, proportionate enhancement that suits your slender frame.
The results of a Skinny BBL are long-lasting. The transferred fat that survives the initial healing period becomes permanent, however these fat cells will still increase or decrease in size with any significant weight gain or loss. Maintaining a stable weight and healthy lifestyle will help preserve your results for years to come.
There is generally no specific minimum weight requirement for a Skinny BBL. What matters most is that you have adequate fat in donor areas for harvesting and transfer. During your consultation, we'll assess your body composition to determine if you're a good candidate and have sufficient fat reserves for the procedure.
A Skinny BBL follows the same basic procedure as a traditional BBL but is specifically designed for lean individuals with lower body fat. The main differences are that fat must be harvested from multiple donor sites, less total volume is transferred, and results are more subtle and refined rather than dramatic. The recovery process and techniques used are similar to traditional BBL.
Most patients return to work within one to two weeks and can resume light activities during this time. You'll need to avoid sitting directly on your buttocks for the first two to three weeks and use a BBL pillow for the following several weeks. Lower body exercises can typically be resumed after six weeks. Full recovery and final results are visible around six months post-surgery.