You can do every squat and hip thrust in the program and still have the same inward curve at the side of your hips. Some hip dips are simply how your bones are built, and lean, active women often don’t have much fat to spare for a traditional fat transfer.
That’s one reason we offer alloClae® in Newport Beach at Beyond Restore, performed by Dr. Andrew Jarminski, a fellowship-trained cosmetic surgeon. Here’s what alloClae is, how it’s regulated, how it’s used in the body and breast, what to expect, and the real risks and unknowns.
What Is alloClae?
alloClae is a ready-to-use structural adipose (fat) tissue made by Tiger Aesthetics from donated human fat. It’s designed to add targeted volume where fat naturally exists, such as the hip dips and buttocks, without liposuction to harvest your own fat first.
According to the manufacturer, processing keeps the natural “honeycomb” structure of the fat cells and extracellular matrix (ECM). The product contains non-living fat cells, ECM, lipids, and connective tissue, supplied sterile and ready to use.
That makes it an option for leaner patients without spare fat for a fat transfer. It isn’t a synthetic or facial filler, and it doesn’t replace weight loss or a surgical lift for loose skin.
How alloClae Is Regulated
alloClae is not a drug, a device, or a synthetic filler. Tiger Aesthetics states that alloClae is distributed as a donated human tissue allograft, a Human Cellular and Tissue-based Product (HCT/P) regulated solely under Section 361 of the Public Health Service Act and the FDA’s tissue regulations in 21 CFR Part 1271. Those rules set requirements for donor screening, testing, and processing.
HCT/Ps in this category don’t go through FDA premarket approval or clearance the way drugs and devices do, so alloClae is not “FDA-approved” or “FDA-cleared” for any area of the body. This classification is the manufacturer’s own description.
Per the manufacturer’s instructions for use, donors are screened and tested for infectious diseases, and the tissue is sterilized with gamma radiation. Each allograft’s ID number is recorded in your chart, as federal tissue-tracking rules require.
How alloClae Works
Dr. Jarminski places alloClae under the skin with a thin cannula through a small entry point. Tiger Aesthetics says its processing keeps the tissue’s 3D structure intact and reduces free oil to under 2% to lower the risk of oil cysts, and that the change is visible right away.
What Can alloClae Help Address?
The manufacturer describes alloClae for use anywhere fat naturally exists. Common body goals include:
- Hip dips: softening the inward curve between the hip and upper thigh
- Buttock shape and contour: subtle gluteal volume and projection
- Liposuction irregularities: smoothing dents or uneven areas left after prior liposuction
- Natural curves: refining the balance between your waist, hips, and buttocks
Breast uses are covered in their own section below. For facial volume, see our dermal fillers guide instead.
alloClae® in the Breast: What to Know
Its status. Breast contouring is a use Tiger Aesthetics lists for alloClae: improving symmetry, addressing implant rippling or irregularities, refining cleavage and contour, and restoring lost volume with “subtle, natural volume.” The instructions for use describe placement “where adipose tissue naturally exists” without naming areas. These are manufacturer-described uses, not FDA-reviewed indications; alloClae is not FDA-approved or FDA-cleared for the breast.
Who it may suit. Within those manufacturer-listed uses, breast alloClae may be worth discussing if you want:
- A subtle volume boost or to restore some lost volume
- Better symmetry between the breasts
- Softening of implant rippling or contour irregularities if you already have implants
- Cleavage and contour refinement
How it differs from implants and fat transfer. Implant breast augmentation adds a planned, measured amount of volume and can create a larger change, but involves a device that needs long-term monitoring. Natural breast augmentation with fat transfer uses your own fat, so it requires liposuction and enough donor fat, and not all transferred fat survives. alloClae uses prepared donor tissue, with no harvest.
Realistic expectations. Think refinement, not a new cup size. The manufacturer frames breast results as subtle and hasn’t published how long they last. If you want a more noticeable change, we’ll discuss fat-transfer or implant augmentation instead.
Risks and breast imaging. The manufacturer’s listed complications, including cysts and nodules, apply to the breast too, and any new breast lump should be checked. alloClae-specific breast imaging data haven’t been published. Published reviews of breast fat grafting with a patient’s own fat note that fat necrosis, oil cysts, and calcifications can show up on mammograms; they’re usually recognizable as benign but can sometimes lead to extra imaging or a biopsy. Because alloClae is also fat tissue, we take the same precautions: tell your radiologist about the treatment before any breast imaging, and keep up with routine breast cancer screening.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
You may be a good candidate to discuss alloClae if you:
- Want subtle, natural-looking volume in the hip dips, buttocks, or breasts
- Are lean or athletic and don’t have enough spare fat for a fat transfer
- Have dents or irregularities after previous liposuction
- Prefer an in-office option over surgery and general anesthesia
- Are in good overall health and have realistic expectations
Who Should Not Receive alloClae
Per the manufacturer’s safety information, alloClae should not be used if you have severe allergies or a history of anaphylaxis, or an active infection. It also shouldn’t be placed where fat doesn’t naturally exist, and it may not suit you if you want a dramatic size change or if loose skin is your main concern. We review your full medical history first.
What to Expect: Consultation, Treatment Day & Recovery
Your Consultation
Everything starts with a one-on-one consultation at our Newport Beach office. Dr. Jarminski looks at your shape, talks through your goals, and compares alloClae side by side with a fat-transfer or Sculptra® BBL, breast augmentation if relevant, and our other body contouring options. Because alloClae is priced by volume, we’ll estimate how much product your plan needs.
Treatment Day
- alloClae is done in-office, and the manufacturer says the procedure typically takes under an hour
- Dr. Jarminski marks the treatment areas and prepares the skin
- We use lidocaine, a local anesthetic, to numb the treatment area and keep you comfortable
- He then places alloClae through a small entry point with a cannula, and you’ll see a difference right away
Recovery
- Tiger Aesthetics reports that most patients return to normal activity within 24 to 48 hours
- Some tenderness, swelling, or bruising in the treated area is possible
- You’ll get written aftercare instructions and a check-in from our team
Results and Longevity: What We Know So Far
The manufacturer describes results as immediate. Tiger Aesthetics says results “can be lasting” because alloClae is naturally occurring fat tissue, but longevity varies with your body and lifestyle, and no specific duration has been published. A multi-center study of alloClae in hip dips is underway, with follow-up visits at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months.
In plain terms, no one can promise how much added volume you’ll keep or for how long; the amount placed, your anatomy, weight changes, and lifestyle all play a part. Our alloClae before-and-after gallery shows manufacturer case photos, not Beyond Restore patients, and individual results vary.
Safety and Risks
No procedure is risk-free. Tiger Aesthetics lists these potential complications:
- Cyst or nodule formation (lumps under the skin)
- Pain or infection
- Hematoma (a collection of blood under the skin)
- Allergic or immune responses, including anaphylaxis
- Discoloration of the skin at the treatment site
The manufacturer also notes that, despite donor screening, testing, and sterilization, no human tissue product can be guaranteed free of all disease-causing agents.
Results can also look uneven, or less volume may last than you hoped. If you notice increasing pain, redness, warmth, fever, or anything that worries you after treatment, contact us right away.
alloClae vs. Fat-Transfer BBL vs. Sculptra® BBL
| alloClae® | Fat-transfer BBL | Sculptra® BBL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What adds the volume | Donated human fat tissue, processed and ready to use | Your own fat, harvested by awake HD liposuction | Poly-L-lactic acid injections that build volume gradually |
| Liposuction or spare fat needed? | No | Yes (also slims the donor area) | No |
| When volume appears | Immediately (per manufacturer) | Right away; settles as swelling resolves | Gradually, starting in about 4–6 weeks |
| Typical downtime | Most people resume normal activity in 24–48 hours (per manufacturer) | No direct pressure on the buttocks for 2–3 weeks | No direct pressure on the buttocks for 3–5 days |
A fat-transfer BBL needs enough of your own fat to harvest (our HD liposuction guide explains how that works), while alloClae skips the harvest entirely. Sculptra® builds volume gradually over weeks, and using it in the buttocks is off-label (its FDA approval covers facial wrinkles). Full details on both BBL paths are on our Brazilian Butt Lift page.
Pairing alloClae With Other Body Contouring
Your plan may also include treatments from our body contouring menu, such as Emsculpt NEO (see our Emsculpt NEO guide) or Morpheus8 Body. The manufacturer notes alloClae hasn’t been studied in combination with other treatments, so we plan timing carefully.
How Much Does alloClae Cost in Newport Beach?
alloClae is priced by the amount of product used, so your cost depends on how much volume you want and how many areas are treated. We’ll review your personalized quote at your consultation, so you know exactly what’s included before you decide anything.
To help fit elective care into your budget, we offer financing through PatientFi, CareCredit, and Cherry.
Why Patients Choose Beyond Restore for alloClae
- Performed by Dr. Jarminski, a fellowship-trained cosmetic surgeon who also performs surgical body and breast procedures.
- Every option under one roof. alloClae, BBLs, HD liposuction, breast augmentation, and non-surgical contouring, so we recommend what fits your body.
- Honest candidacy conversations. We’ll tell you if alloClae isn’t the right choice, even if that means a different treatment.
- Concierge care in Newport Beach, for patients from Corona del Mar, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach, and across Orange County.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is alloClae?
alloClae® is ready-to-use structural fat tissue made by Tiger Aesthetics from donated human fat. It adds targeted volume where fat naturally exists, such as hip dips or the buttocks, without harvesting your own fat.
Is alloClae FDA-approved?
No. alloClae isn’t a drug or device, so it isn’t “FDA-approved” or “FDA-cleared” for any area. Tiger Aesthetics states that it’s a human tissue product (HCT/P) regulated under Section 361 of the Public Health Service Act and 21 CFR Part 1271, which set donor screening, testing, and processing requirements.
Who performs alloClae at Beyond Restore?
Dr. Andrew Jarminski, a fellowship-trained cosmetic surgeon. You’ll meet with him at your consultation.
Can alloClae be used in the breast?
Breast contouring is a manufacturer-listed use, including symmetry, implant rippling, cleavage, and lost volume. It isn’t FDA-approved for the breast or any area, and results are subtle, so it isn’t a substitute for augmentation if you want a larger change.
Will alloClae in the breast affect my mammogram?
alloClae-specific imaging data haven’t been published. With breast fat grafting, oil cysts and calcifications can appear on mammograms and occasionally lead to extra imaging or biopsy. Tell your radiologist about the treatment and keep up with routine screening.
How long does the procedure take, and what’s the downtime?
Per the manufacturer, it typically takes under an hour in-office, and most patients resume normal activity within 24 to 48 hours. We numb the treatment area with lidocaine, a local anesthetic.
How long do alloClae results last?
Tiger Aesthetics says results can be lasting, but longevity varies and no specific duration has been published. A multi-center hip dip study is following patients for up to 12 months.
What are the risks?
The manufacturer lists cysts or nodules, pain, infection, hematoma, allergic or immune responses including anaphylaxis, and skin discoloration. Symmetry and how much volume lasts can also vary.
Who should not get alloClae?
The manufacturer says alloClae shouldn’t be used in people with severe allergies, a history of anaphylaxis, or an active infection, or in areas where fat doesn’t naturally exist.
How much does alloClae cost?
alloClae is priced by the amount of product used, so cost depends on the volume and areas treated. We’ll review your personalized quote at your consultation, and financing is available through PatientFi, CareCredit, and Cherry.
Book Your alloClae Consultation in Newport Beach
If hip dips, buttock shape, breast contour, or post-lipo irregularities have been on your mind, start with a private conversation with Dr. Jarminski. We’ll compare alloClae® with every alternative and give you an honest recommendation, with no pressure to decide.
Beyond Restore Wellness & Aesthetics
1501 Westcliff Dr #303, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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This article is for general educational purposes only and is not medical advice. alloClae® product information is from the manufacturer, Tiger Aesthetics, and individual results vary. Before-and-after photos referenced here are manufacturer case photos, not Beyond Restore patients. A consultation with a qualified provider is required to determine whether alloClae is right for you.