Lip fillers have grown in popularity in recent years, with those who want a bigger pout going for the cosmetic procedure.
We have all the information you need to know about getting lip fillers.
What are lip fillers?
Lip fillers have become a popular trend where a cosmetic surgeon injects a dermal filler to plump up your lips.
These types of dermal fillers are sometimes called “hyaluronic acid fillers.”
There are a number of different substances used in the injection.
Temporary fillers tend to need to be redone every six to nine months depending on the desired look.
Are lip fillers safe?
It’s important to do your research before getting lip fillers so you find a trusted professional for the job.
Many doctors would strongly advocate against having the procedure done in a spa or beauty salon.
An esthetician has not always had the same training as a doctor and is not in a position to prescribe medication or treatment if something goes wrong.
UK legislation on injectables is practically non-existent, so it is imperative that you research your doctor.
Did Kylie Jenner get her lips removed?
Reality star Kylie Jenner has been regularly getting lip fillers since she was just 15 years old.
However, in 2018, she announced that she had given up lip filler.
Confirming the news after an Instagram user commented on her photos, Kylie wrote: “I forgot all my filler.”
Shortly after that she started getting fillers again.
How long do lip fillers last?
The amount of lip filler required in a procedure and the length of time it takes depends on the individual.
HA fillers usually tend to last between four and six months, but it depends on the desired look.
If you have a faster metabolism, the solution breaks down faster – so they don’t last as long.
How long does the process take?
The process takes about 15-20 minutes in total.
You can choose the parts of your lip you want to focus on.
Your doctor can help advise you on the amount of solution needed to suit your facial features.
Do lip fillers hurt?
Doctors will apply numbing cream to your lips before the procedure, and people have described feeling like someone is pinching your lips.
If done correctly, lip injections don’t feel any different than your regular lips.
When do you see the results of lip fillers?
Immediately after receiving fillers, you will notice swelling at first, but after 24 hours your lips will have calmed down and how they will be for the next few months.
The numbness wears off in about 15 minutes and you can get on with your day.
What if you don’t like your lips?
If you don’t like your lips, the good news is that it’s not permanent.
As the filler is a natural substance, it will break down over a period of months.
However, if you want them to disappear immediately, you can have another injection that dissolves the filler within five minutes and reverses its effects immediately.
Are there many celebrity lip horror stories?
Sophie Kasaei has opened up about the true extent of her addiction to lip fillers, which she said made her look like the ‘elephant man’.
The Geordie Shore beauty was warned to kick her addiction by doctors on Channel 5’s Celebrity Botched Up Bodies – as Sophie revealed previous treatments had left her in “agony”.
Sophie added of the strange process: “At the time I thought I was big and smart and looked amazing, but really I just looked like an elephant.”
Sophie’s mouth reacted badly to the filler, leaving her lips “horrible and lumpy”.
He added: “I didn’t even know what it was, it could have been anything. Stupid girl”.
Sophie and cousin Marnie Simpson both had potions to enhance their pout.
How much do lip fillers cost?
Lip fillers can vary in cost depending on where you go to get them done and how much you have.
It can cost between £300 and £1,500 plus.
What can you do with lip fillers?
You can do both lips, just the bottom, just fill in the top and as little or as much as you like.
The doctor will advise you which best complements your features.
It is also recommended to increase the size gradually over time for more natural results.
What not to do with lip fillers?
It is recommended that you do not exercise on the day of surgery, as this increases blood flow to the face.
It is also recommended not to have a massage or facial.
It is important to avoid painkillers, fish oil and vitamin E, which tend to thin the blood.
Thinner blood will make the area more prone to bruising and bleeding.
