Where Does the Fat Come From? Common Liposuction Areas for BBL

If you’re thinking about enhancing the size and shape of your backside with a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), you may be curious, “Where does the fat actually come from?” Unlike implants, a BBL uses your own fat to enhance the projection of your buttocks. Liposuction is a key part of the process, providing dual benefits: slimming one area and plumping another.

Dr. George P. Chatson is a board-certified plastic surgeon skilled in advanced liposuction techniques, including SAFELipo™, which allow him to precisely contour common donor areas for Brazilian Butt Lift procedures. With more than 17 years of experience and recognition as a Top Doctor in Plastic Surgery by New Hampshire Magazine, Dr. Chatson creates beautiful results for patients.

Below are the most common donor areas your surgeon may use to harvest fat and contour your figure simultaneously.

Abdomen (Stomach)

The abdomen is one of the most popular areas for liposuction during a BBL. Many patients naturally carry extra fat around the midsection, making it an ideal source. Taking fat from the upper and lower abdomen not only provides enough volume for transfer, but also creates a flatter, more defined waistline that accentuates your new curves.

Flanks (Love Handles)

The flanks, or “love handles,” are another prime area for liposuction. Slimming this region helps create that coveted hourglass silhouette. When fat is removed from the sides of your waist and transferred to the buttocks, it can dramatically highlight the difference between a smaller waist and fuller hips.

Lower Back and “Bra Roll” Area

Liposuction of the lower back and bra-line area is especially powerful with a BBL. Contouring this zone carves out the curves above the buttocks, making your butt appear rounder and more lifted. This 360° approach to body contouring is one of the reasons BBL results can look so striking from every angle.

Thighs: Inner and Outer

For some patients, the inner and outer thighs are excellent donor sites. Removing fat from the inner thighs can reduce rubbing and create a leaner look, while outer thigh liposuction can smooth “saddlebags” and improve the overall line of the hips and legs.

Get a Curvier Figure with Liposuction and Brazilian Butt Lift in Andover, MA

A personalized BBL plan focuses not just on adding volume, but on harmonizing your entire silhouette for balanced, natural-looking results. Call us today at 978-687-1151 to schedule a consultation.