Lip Augmentation (Hyaluronic Acid)

Hyaluronic acid lip enhancement to add subtle volume, improve symmetry and define the lip border, planned to keep the result in proportion with the rest of the face. A smaller 0.5 ml session suits first-timers or a gentle refresh, while 1 ml allows more shaping. A hydration-focused option is available for those who mainly want smoother, plumper-looking lips, and a botulinum lip flip can be combined for a fuller upper lip without extra filler.

Lip augmentation at Skin-Medic uses soft, cross-linked hyaluronic acid to enhance the lips' volume, shape and border definition while keeping movement and proportion natural. The appointment begins with a discussion of your goals — more hydration and a tidy border, a little extra volume, or correction of asymmetry — and the physician recommends an amount accordingly, often starting conservatively at 0.5 ml for first-time patients. A strong topical anaesthetic is applied and the filler products also contain lidocaine, so the procedure is generally well tolerated. The gel is placed with a fine needle or cannula and shaped by hand; results are immediate, although lips commonly swell for 24 to 48 hours and small bruises can occur. The final shape is usually clear within one to two weeks. Hyaluronic acid lip filler is typically associated with a duration of around six to nine months, as the lips are mobile and metabolise filler relatively quickly. For patients who want a fuller upper lip without adding much volume, a botulinum-toxin lip flip can gently roll the lip edge outward. As with all hyaluronic acid treatments the result can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if you wish to adjust or reverse it. Lip enhancement is for adults seeking subtle, balanced lips; it is not performed during pregnancy or breastfeeding or over active cold sores.