Say Goodbye to Arm Sagging Without the Long Scar: The New Way to Sculpt Sleeker Arms

Many women feel self-conscious about their upper arms — whether it’s due to stubborn fat that won’t shift with diet and exercise, or the natural skin laxity that comes with age. And while the traditional arm lift (brachioplasty) has been the go-to for significant tightening, the long scar from armpit to elbow puts many people off.

But what if there was a way to shape and tighten your arms — without the tell-tale scar?

Welcome to the new era of minimally invasive arm contouring: a combination of liposuction and internal radiofrequency-assisted tissue tightening.

Why Are Arms So Difficult to Tone?

Even patients who are fit and healthy often find their upper arms remain a “problem area.” Fat can accumulate here disproportionately, and the skin — especially with age or after weight loss — can lose elasticity, leading to a softer or sagging appearance.

Unfortunately, while liposuction can remove unwanted fat, it doesn’t tighten the skin. And while traditional arm lifts do tighten skin, they often involve a long, visible scar that many patients want to avoid, especially when wearing sleeveless clothing.

A Modern Approach: Liposuction + Internal Tissue Tightening

This advanced technique combines two powerful technologies:

1. Precision Liposuction

Using small cannulas, we gently remove excess fat through tiny incisions — often just a few millimetres wide. This allows for accurate contouring of the arm to improve shape and proportion.

2. Internal Radiofrequency (RF) Skin Tightening

After fat removal, we use radiofrequency energy underneath the skin to stimulate collagen production and tissue contraction. This promotes natural tightening over time, without cutting or removing the skin.

This method gives the benefits of skin tightening without the need for an excisional scar, making it ideal for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity.

What About the Scars?

This is one of the most frequently asked questions. Traditional brachioplasty results in a visible scar that stretches from the armpit down the inner arm.

In contrast, this technique uses just three tiny incisions — typically in the armpit, mid-arm, and elbow. These heal into small, discreet marks that fade with time and are barely noticeable.

What Results Can I Expect?

Patients often begin to notice a difference in their arm shape within a few weeks, with continued improvement over several months as the swelling resolves and collagen remodelling occurs.

In one recent case, a patient described being “overjoyed” just four weeks after her treatment. While still slightly swollen, she already had noticeably slimmer arms — and importantly, no long scar in sight. In her own words, she finally had “skinnier arms than her boyfriend!”

Who Is This Treatment Suitable For?

This combination treatment is ideal for people who:

• Have excess fat in the upper arms that is resistant to diet or exercise

• Have mild to moderate skin laxity

• Want a less invasive alternative to traditional surgery

• Prefer minimal scarring and faster recovery

If there’s significant skin excess (such as after massive weight loss), a traditional arm lift may still be more appropriate — and this can be discussed during your consultation.

Recovery and Downtime

Recovery is generally much quicker than with traditional surgery. Most patients can return to work and light activities within a few days. Compression garments are usually worn for several weeks to support the healing process and optimise results.

Mild swelling and bruising are common in the first few weeks, but these resolve gradually. Your final results will continue to improve over 3–6 months as your body heals and the collagen effects develop.

Ready to Feel More Confident in Your Arms?

If you’ve been avoiding sleeveless tops or feel frustrated with stubborn upper arm fat, this scar-sparing arm contouring treatment could be the solution you’ve been waiting for.

To find out whether you’re a suitable candidate — or to simply learn more — we invite you to book a consultation with our team.

Let’s talk about what’s possible, and how we can help you feel more confident in your own skin.

Book your consultation today — and take the first step towards arms you’ll love to show off.