FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How Often Should I Do The Lipo Shot for Weight Loss?
The lipo shots can be done every 1-4 weeks, depending on your personal availability for scheduling. They work best when used in conjunction with exercise. You will do a series of 6-8 shots, for the best effectiveness, and you have the option to purchase a package or pay at each appointment. We also offer a package of 6 shots for $300, saving $5 per shot, or pay individually ($55).
What Kinds of Products Do You Use for Facials?
We only use the best, highest quality, and most effective Korean cosmeceuticals with medical grade ingredients and botanicals for the best results while being gentle and nourishing. We will supply you with aftercare serums to take home and maintain your results.
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GLP-1s vs. Lipo Shots: A Functional Medicine Perspective on Sustainable Metabolism & Hormone Balance for Weight Loss
With the rising popularity of GLP-1 receptor agonists like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide for weight loss, it’s more important than ever to understand how they compare to natural alternatives like our Lipotropic (Lipo) Shots (MIC + B12 + L-Carnitine).
Both options support weight loss, but their mechanisms, risks, and long-term impacts are significantly different.
MIC Injection (Methionine, Inositol, Choline)
A powerful trio that supports liver function, fat metabolism, and hormonal detox:
• Methionine: A sulfur-containing amino acid that helps break down fats and reduces liver fat accumulation. Supports estrogen detox and phase 2 liver conjugation.
• Inositol: Improves insulin sensitivity and helps reduce fat storage, especially around the midsection. Often used to support PCOS-related metabolic issues.
• Choline: Crucial for fat transport and bile flow. Helps the liver metabolize fat more efficiently, supporting hormonal balance and liver-driven detoxification.
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin or Hydroxocobalamin)
• Boosts energy and reduces fatigue
• Supports red blood cell production and mitochondrial function
• Enhances cognitive focus and nerve health
• Often depleted in those with gut issues or stress
L-Carnitine Injection
• Transports long-chain fatty acids into mitochondria for energy production
• Supports lean muscle preservation and fat oxidation
• May improve exercise recovery, mental clarity, and metabolic efficiency
• Shown to benefit both endurance and resistance training outcomes
Advantages of Lipo & Slim Shots Over GLP-1s
1. Support Hormonal Balance
→ Rather than override appetite hormones, MIC + B12 + Carnitine work with your body to optimize insulin, adrenal, and liver function.
2. Preserve & Build Lean Muscle
→ Unlike GLP-1s, these nutrient injections support metabolic rate without promoting muscle loss—especially critical for women over 35 and athletes.
3. Boost Energy (Not Suppress It)
→ No more dragging through the day. B12 and Carnitine naturally support cellular energy without stimulants or crashes.
4. No Digestive Shutdown
→ GLP-1s often delay gastric emptying and can cause constipation, nausea, or bloating. Natural alternatives promote gentle detox, digestion, and bile flow.
5. Safer for Long-Term Use
→ Lipo and Slim Shots can be used weekly for ongoing fat metabolism, energy support, and hormone regulation—without the long-term risks associated with GLP-1 therapy.
Who Should Consider Natural Alternatives?
• Individuals seeking gradual, sustainable weight loss
• Patients recovering from GLP-1-related fatigue or muscle loss
• Those with insulin resistance, PCOS, or sluggish thyroid
• Perimenopausal/menopausal women wanting metabolic support without hormone disruption
• Clients preparing for aesthetic procedures who want to optimize body composition
The Bottom Line:
GLP-1s may offer rapid weight loss, but often at the cost of lean muscle, energy, and long-term metabolism. Lipo Shots and L-Carnitine provide a functional medicine approach—one that prioritizes whole-body health, sustainable fat burning, and hormone balance without the side effects.
Ready to boost your metabolism the natural way?
Book your Slim Shot or Lipo Shot today or bundle it with one of our rejuvenating IV drips or facials for total body glow.
What Can I Expect After My Botox or Lip Filler Treatments?
We only use the purest Botox formulation (Xeomin) without extra preservatives & added proteins, so your results last long, without heaviness & reduced risk of resistance.
Our preferred lip filler is a medium-thickness hyaluronic acid filler by Revanesse, which reveals natural-looking lips that feel soft, plump and can last up to 12 months! You should expect mild swelling for 1-2 days after your filler treatment. A specially formulated arnica infused lip balm is provided as part of your aftercare.
How Does Acupuncture Work & What Can I Use It For?
Acupuncture is an ancient, traditional Chinese medical practice that uses fine needles to target and stimulate specific points along energetic pathways in the body that directly connect to your skin, nerves system, muscles, bones, and connective tissue to stimulate your body's natural healing mechanisms and regulate its functions.
It can be used for almost anything including menstrual and digestive concerns, mental health issues, insomnia, pain, menopause, headaches (and so much more!), and has track record of safety spanning thousands of years.
