How long does hyaluronic acid last on lips?

The specialist answers: how long does hyaluronic acid last in the lips?

It is difficult to find a person who has not heard of such a procedure as lip augmentation with fillers.
The popular beauty technology attracts with its ease, efficiency and safety. A few local injections are enough (without a scalpel, anesthesia and complex rehabilitation!) to make your lips look sensual and sexy. When thinking about contouring, every woman asks herself the questions: “How long does hyaluronic acid last in the lips?” and “Will the long-awaited effect disappear after a few weeks?”

As a rule, the effect of filler injection lasts 6-10 months, and depends on a number of factors, including individual ones.

How does this happen?

Lip contouring takes from 20 minutes, if you just need to add a little volume, to an hour, if you need to form a new lip contour.

The first stage is anesthesia. The cosmetologist applies pain-relieving EMLA gel to the lips, which effectively freezes the treatment area.
The second stage is the injection itself. First, the doctor injects a small portion of filler into the center of the lips and watches how the drug is distributed along the contour, then injects the rest. The drug is injected under the skin slowly, drop by drop, to prevent the formation of lumps.
The third stage is a light lip massage. Using gentle patting movements, the cosmetologist distributes the filler under the skin, achieving an even contour.

It may seem that the procedure is not at all complicated, but in fact it is almost a piece of jewelry work that requires a specialist to have a thorough knowledge of the anatomical features of the lips and perioral zone. Experts advise trusting your lips only to those cosmetologists whose qualifications are confirmed by certificates.

Lip contouring: how long does the effect last?

So how long will plumped lips last? Before answering this key question, it is necessary to understand the nuances of the procedure.

Contouring is performed by injecting hyaluronic acid (HA) into the lips. The purpose of the procedure is to correct the contour of the lips or obtain increased volume.

The biological substance responsible for the elasticity and firmness of the skin is produced by the human body, but with age the process of HA production slows down. Injections of hyaluronic acid prevent age-related changes in tissues and make lips naturally voluminous.

How long hyaluronic acid lasts in the lips is influenced, first of all, by the individual characteristics of the body:

age;
hormonal background;
tissue condition;
the presence of various types of diseases;
intensity of the body's metabolic processes, etc.

In many ways, the effect of lip plumping depends on the drug used and its consistency. Which filler lasts longer on the lips?

The density of the filler depends on the amount of hyaluronic acid and is measured in milligrams per milliliter. The higher the density, the longer the substance will dissolve (that is, maintain the effect).

Preparations that are too dense have little plasticity and are not evenly distributed in the layers of the skin. The most common gels are of medium viscosity, which provide the desired lip volume for up to a year. Less viscous preparations provide the desired effect for up to 8 months.

Gels containing HA in a volume of 14-18 mg/ml are used for superficial injections during mesotherapy and biorevitalization.
To correct lips, use serum with a density of 22-25 mg/ml.
To form an impressive volume, HA with a density of 25-30 mg/ml is suitable.

As hyaluronic acid is removed from the body, the lips will decrease in volume, so an additional procedure can be performed at any stage. Even if the injected filler completely dissolves in the tissues, the lips will look much fuller than before the augmentation.

Types of procedures and methods of their implementation

Contour plastic surgery is a non-surgical technique for facial skin tightening and rejuvenation, which triggers regeneration processes. During the procedure, a gel based on hyaluronic acid is injected into the deep layers of the epidermis. The injection of fillers, an injectable drug, is carried out by a doctor in certain places determined in advance. Efficiency depends on the component, its quality, concentration, type of origin. The most popular active substances: hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxyapatite, polylactic acid . Biogels are also used, which contain all these drugs. Types of plastic surgery include:

correction of the nasolacrimal groove and nasolabial folds;
increase in lip volume;
visual increase or decrease in the shape of the cheekbones;
elimination of smile wrinkles near the eyes and on the cheeks;
raising the corners of the mouth;
correction of eyes and tired face;
elimination of wrinkles on the bridge of the nose, above the lip, in the décolleté area;
correction of earlobes, chin;
elimination of scars and facial asymmetry.

Indications for the service are:

premature skin aging;
presence of facial wrinkles;
thin lips;
unaesthetic oval shape of the face, chin, cheekbones.

During the consultation, the doctor explains to the patient the methodology of the service, then gives recommendations on the facial contour plastic procedure, before and after the operation. Before the procedure, it is necessary to stop taking anticoagulants for several days , not visit solariums, limit exposure to the sun, and also stop drinking alcohol on the day of the operation. The drug administration session does not take much time, about 40-90 minutes. This depends on the type of substance and type of service. At the end of the session, after injections, a soothing agent is applied to the skin tissue to accelerate healing. Until the skin is completely restored, you must follow the doctor's recommendations for 1 week.

We follow the rules

How long lip contouring will last depends entirely on the patient’s compliance with the cosmetologist’s instructions. As a rule, the main taboos concern only the first days or weeks after “beauty injections” (for example, a ban on hot drinks, restrictions on spa treatments and physical activity). Their main goal is to prevent the development of various complications and uneven distribution of the gel within the tissues.

The effect of voluminous lips will last longer if:

maintain a complete water balance in the body (you need to drink up to 3 liters of water per day);
use skincare and decorative cosmetics, the components of which are combined with “hyaluronic acid”;
refrain from actions related to physical stress on the lips (stretching, biting, etc.);
do not consume foods that increase metabolism;
Limit sunbathing and sauna use.

How to avoid severe swelling of the lips: contraindications during the rehabilitation period

The most important condition for successful lip augmentation without negative consequences is the choice of a specialized clinic and a professional cosmetologist. Lip augmentation services with hyaluronic acid are offered by many beauty salons and even professionals working at home. The cost of the procedure may be quite attractive, but uneven injection of fillers and severe swelling are the simplest problems that can result from such a rash step. Lip augmentation is an injection technique that requires a high level of specialist training, the use of high-quality certified drugs and carried out under sterile conditions.

If all of the above requirements are met and lip augmentation is carried out in a cosmetology clinic, then in order to prevent the appearance of severe swelling, it is necessary to follow these recommendations during the rehabilitation period:

Provide your lips with gentle care, use only products recommended by your doctor;
Avoid using decorative cosmetics in the injection area;
After the procedure, it is forbidden to exert mechanical influence on the lips, especially on the first day (you will also have to refrain from passionate kisses);
swimming pool, sauna, solarium, beach, prolonged exposure to the sun are prohibited;
teeth should be brushed very carefully without using mouthwash;
exclude spicy foods, alcohol, sour berries, fruits;
Avoid high-impact physical training.

If your lips are very swollen after lip augmentation and the swelling lasts longer than two weeks, then only a doctor can decide on the use of drainage, anti-inflammatory and other medications. You should not smear your lips with anything to hide or reduce swelling - this can lead to negative consequences. You can get an idea of what lips look like after injections by looking at photos of patients on our website, studying reviews on forums, or talking with friends who have already undergone this procedure. But the final decision should be made only after consultation with specialists.

We trust a specialist

How long does the lip enhancement effect last? According to reviews, the result of the procedure (and above all, safety) depends on the competence of the cosmetologist, who correctly determines the degree of correction, selects the modification of the serum and, accordingly, the volume of HA.

It is extremely dangerous to trust your health to pseudo-specialists who use expired and uncertified drugs of questionable effect.

A cosmetologist at the Center for Healthy Aesthetics will tell you how long the effect of hyaluronic acid will last in your case during your initial consultation. Contact us!

What fillers can be used to make lips more expressive?

Even naturally quite expressive lips lose volume over the years due to the natural processes of reduction of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid in the tissues. Therefore, it is necessary to return this volume without changing the natural, unrivaled shape of the lips.

Hyaluronic fillers will help here, filling the intercellular space where the own hyaluronic acid has left. This technique is called treatment therapy.

Doctors at A Clinic recommend the excellent hyaluronic filler Juvederm Volbella.

This is a modern cosmetological development from the famous American company Allergan, which has received universal recognition as an effective means for correcting lips and facial wrinkles in this area. The reason for the popularity of the new composition was the improved formula and additional positive features, including: a minimum of contraindications, fewer side effects and an increase in the main effect.

Juvederm Volbella has a simple and effective composition, including only three basic components. Each of them contributes to an increased impact on the problem. The drug contains:

Hyaluronic acid.

The main ingredient responsible for correction.

Lidocaine.

Helps reduce discomfort and pain during injection.

Phosphate buffer.

A synthetic component whose main task is to regulate the amount of intracellular fluid. It helps hyaluronic acid stay in tissues longer.

Volbella has a unique patented formula VycrossTM, the peculiarity of which is the “gluing” of short and long polymer chains of hyaluronic acid, which provides a more long-lasting result. The inclusion of short chains and an increase in viscosity gives a lasting effect and reduces the likelihood of swelling. At the same time, the gel has a very soft, smooth texture, which makes the administration process easier, and the drug is quickly and naturally distributed under the skin.

The drug is injected subcutaneously and into the mucous membrane of the lips using a special thin needle or cannula, then the treated area is lightly massaged. No anesthesia is required since the filler already contains the anesthetic lidocaine. The cosmetic effect is noticeable immediately after the injection. In the first minutes after the injections, slight swelling is possible, which subsides after 3-4 hours. The advantage of this drug is the long-lasting result after the first use. Studies have shown that it lasts up to 12 months without further needling.

Juvederm Volbella is optimal for:

correction of facial and age wrinkles in the lip area;
eliminating natural age-related changes in the lips;
raising the corners of the lips;
giving natural volume to the lips.

The main benefits of Juvederm Volbella are as follows:

the duration of the result obtained (it lasts up to a year);
a pronounced effect that is visible immediately after completion of the procedure;
a feeling of naturalness in facial features after the procedure, no signs of unnaturalness;
no need for additional anesthesia injections, since the anesthetic is already included in the filler;
a minimum of side effects that disappear without outside intervention within a short period of time after the injection.