Medically Reviewed 24th September 2025, by Mr. Bryan Mayou (GMC: 1414396) - founder of the Cadogan Clinic and one of the world's leading plastic surgeons

What is Uvence?

Uvence is a revolutionary skin rejuvenation technique which utilises the regenerative properties of the body’s own fat reserves to restore the quality and appearance of the skin. Uvence is similar to other Fat Transfer procedures, but offers an even higher level of precision and the simplicity of future treatments.

Uvence is a multi-stage procedure:

Micro Liposuction – Very fine cannulas are used to extract stubborn areas of fat precisely from areas such as the face, chin, hips, thighs and abdomen
Processing – The fat is processed to extract the key regenerative components
Transfer – Once processed, the fat can be injected into any areas of concern, often around the face, eyes and neck
Storage – Any unused fat is cryogenically stored in a specialist facility, allowing for ongoing treatments as the patient feels concerns need to be addressed
Future treatments – Any stored fat can be used at any time in the following five years. Treatments are carried out as a simple injectable treatment, requiring no significant downtime

The use of the patient’s own fat cells (also known as adipose cells) and innovative storage techniques amplifies the opportunities and results from this technique, making it a highly personalised treatment.

Cadogan Clinic has been at the forefront of fat extraction and transfer procedures, with our founder, Mr. Bryan Mayou, introducing Liposuction to the UK over forty years ago. Our expert surgeon, Mr Olivier Amar, has developed this groundbreaking skin rejuvenation technique, which has been built on the principle that ‘what’s best for you, is you’.

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Surgery Time

1-2 hours

Hospital Stay

Day Case

Time Off Work

Up to 1 week

Mobile

Same day

Exercise

At least 2 weeks

Travel

2-5 days

Full recovery

4-6 weeks

Why Do People Have Uvence?

As we age, collagen and elastin, key building blocks of the skin, begin to break down, and their production slows. This results in the common signs of ageing:

Sagging skin
Lines and wrinkles
Loss of skin tone and elasticity
Skin texture and dehydration
Loss of volume and dryness

In addition to being uncomfortable, these symptoms can lead to a loss of confidence and increased self-consciousness. This may affect how an individual feels in social and professional settings.

A skin rejuvenation treatment, such as Uvence, can address these concerns and help patients feel more comfortable as they age.

Unlike some other procedures, Uvence is minimally invasive and isn’t associated with some of the risks connected to other injectable treatments such as Dermal Fillers. Additionally, as it harnesses the natural properties of the body’s own fat, the results are long-term, and future treatments are dictated by the patient’s own needs and feelings, rather than a set timetable. This makes Uvence the perfect balance between surgical and non-surgical treatments providing high-quality, long-term outcomes with minimal downtime.

Popular Areas to Treat with Uvence

Thanks to the versatility and precision of Uvence, it is popular to use it to treat the common concerns of early ageing in various areas of the face and body:

Face & Neck

Uvence is most typically used to treat early signs of ageing in the face and neck. This might include concerns such as:

Eyes

The eyes are one of the first areas that show the signs of ageing, and this is a common concern for many people. This occurs as the skin around the eyes is much thinner than other areas, with less underlying fat.

Common eye concerns which Uvence can treat include:

Hands

As the hands are a hard working area of the body, and often exposed to pollution and sunlight, early signs of ageing can show here sooner than other areas of the body.

Concerns such as pigmentation and loss of skin tone are common in the hands and often make individuals feel self conscious about the appearance of their hands.

Breasts & Decolletage

Uvence is a highly effective treatment for minor concerns on the breasts and decolletage. Although it cannot match the results of surgical procedures, such as Fat Transfer to Breasts to increase volume, or Mastopexy to reduce sagging, it can improve the tone and texture of the skin, creating a smooth and youthful appearance.

Buttocks

Similar to the breasts, Uvence isn't able to address concerns such as sagging or deflated buttocks. However, ageing and weight loss can affect the tone and skin quality of the buttocks, and Uvence is able to rejuvenate and smooth the buttocks, tackling and managing less developed concerns before they become more severe.

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Words from our clients:

"I was so impressed with the staff at Cadogan Clinic, from reception to the surgeon. Everyone was polite, friendly, and helpful. The consultant gave great advice on procedures suitable for my age, and the nurse was incredibly kind, even holding my hand when I was nervous. I felt completely safe in their professional care. Thank you!"

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"The best service and procedure you could wish for. My grateful thanks to the whole team."

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"Very professional, friendly clinic. All staff are a pleasure to meet and deal with. Very high levels of service at all times and all levels."

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"The service this clinic and their staff provide is of extremely high standard. They are absolute specialists in their field, and they are also very knowledgeable, compassionate, and supportive."

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Who is Suitable for Uvence?

Your specialist consultant will assess your suitability for Uvence treatment during a one-to-one consultation at our award-winning clinic, based in Chelsea, London.

To determine whether you are suitable for Uvence injections, they will consider:

Your concerns – Uvence is suitable for individuals experiencing early signs of ageing, such as fine lines and loss of skin tone, who are seeking a non-invasive treatment to control and slow down these symptoms.
Your reasons for considering Uvence – Your surgeon will discuss why you are considering Uvence, and whether it is an appropriate treatment for your needs and expectations
Any previous treatments or procedures – It is essential to disclose any previous treatments or procedures to your surgeon so they can assess whether these may interact or impact the results of Uvence
Your medical history – Your surgeon will design your treatment plan, taking into account any underlying medical conditions you have, to ensure your safety

If your surgeon decides you are suitable for Uvence, they will send your proposed treatment plan to your dedicated patient advisor, who will contact you to discuss dates and the final cost.

You will then have a mandatory two-week cooling-off period to make your final decision. During this time, you can contact your advisor to ask any questions and organise a second consultation with your surgeon.

The Cost of Uvence

Consultations From

£ 250

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Cadogan Clinic's expert surgeons have been directly involved in the development of Uvence

All of our consultants have the highest level of training and qualifications

Our leadership is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission

Our award-winning clinic is based just off Sloane Square in Chelsea, London

What are the Benefits of Uvence?

Uvence is a highly beneficial and revolutionary skin rejuvenation treatment which removes several of the limitations of other treatment options that individuals may be concerned about:

Improved skin tone and condition – Uvence utilises the natural regenerative properties of the body’s own fat, resulting in smoother, firmer, more voluminous skin tone
Reduced lines and wrinkles – By rejuvenating the skin, lines and wrinkles are reduced, giving the skin a youthful appearance
Long-lasting results – Thanks to the synergy of the body working with its own fat cells, the results of Uvence last for longer than some other skin rejuvenation methods
Improved confidence – For individuals who find that the signs of ageing have left them feeling self-conscious, a natural treatment such as Uvence can improve confidence and quality of life quickly and effectively
High quality of care – Cadogan Clinic’s leadership has been rated Outstanding by the CQC, and we pride ourselves on offering the highest standards of patient care and outcomes

During your consultation, your surgeon will discuss the benefits that you could enjoy from Uvence treatment.

Words From Our Founder

Mr. Bryan Mayou

It is always gratifying to see the continual development of Liposuction techniques after first introducing it to the UK over four decades ago. Uvence is an especially exciting refinement of the Fat Transfer method, allowing for the storage and continued treatments over a five-year period.

Mr. Bryan Mayou

Frequently Asked Questions

Which areas can be treated with Uvence?

Any areas of damaged or aged skin across the body can be treated with Uvence to restore tone, texture and appearance.

Popular areas for Uvence treatment include:

Face and neck – including the eye area, fine lines and wrinkles and textured or crepey neck skin
Hands
Decolletage
Breasts
Buttocks

How long is Uvence recovery?

Liposuction and Fat Transfer are both straightforward procedures, but have slightly different recovery times.

Your Liposuction procedure will be carried out under general anaesthetic, and strenuous activity should be avoided for at least two weeks. Most patients find they are able to resume normal daily activities within 2-5 days depending on their usual activity level.

The Uvence Fat Transfer treatment is similar to Dermal Filler treatment, and is performed under local anaesthetic. This takes around 30 minutes. You may experience some swelling and bruising after the injections, and your surgeon will ask you to take it easy for 1-2 days after the treatment.

Is Uvence safe?

Uvence is a safe treatment and is performed by qualified medical professionals. As the treatment is derived entirely from the patient’s own cells with no chemical or external factors, risks such as migration and allergic reaction are dramatically reduced. All Human Tissue Authority regulations are strictly adhered to for patient safety.

How To Find Us

The Cadogan Clinic is based at 120 Sloane Street in Chelsea, just off Sloane Square and the Kings Road.

We are accessible by all major bus routes that pass through Sloane Square and Sloane Street, as well as Sloane Square tube station.

We are just a 5 minute walk northwards up Sloane Street once you have arrived at Sloane Square.

Local pay parking is available just around the corner from the Clinic on Cadogan Gate, Cadogan Square and Cadogan Gardens. Our local residential parking zone is the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea.

Address: 120 Sloane Street, Chelsea, London, SW1X 9BW

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One of our friendly staff will be delighted to help with your enquiry.

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Uvence

What is Uvence?

Why Do People Have Uvence?

Popular Areas to Treat with Uvence

Who is Suitable for Uvence?

The Cost of Uvence

What are the Benefits of Uvence?

Words From Our Founder

Frequently Asked Questions

How To Find Us

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