Juvederm and Restylane are two of the most popular hyaluronic acid fillers used for lip augmentation, each with different formulations to provide patients with a plumper, more luscious pout.
Dermal Fillers: the gold standard
The top injectors at The Cosmetic Skin Clinic highly recommend hyaluronic acid fillers, including Juvederm and Restylane, for lip augmentation. These fillers are renowned for their ability to add volume, plumpness, and definition to the lips while maintaining a natural appearance.
Juvederm is typically suggested as the longest lasting lip filler. Restylane may also be a good option. Both Juvederm and Restylane are hyaluronic acid fillers. HA fillers are the most popular choice for lip augmentation. They are temporary and tend to be absorbed by the body over time.
Lip fillers consist of synthetic hyaluronic acid (HA) — HA is a natural substance in your body. There are many different brands of lip fillers, including Juvederm®, Restylane® and Perlane®.
The Restylane and Juvederm family of hyaluronic acid fillers have dermal fillers that were specifically designed for lip enhancement with natural-looking results. With more flexible gel and smaller particle sizes, Restylane Kysse, Juvederm Volbella, and Juvederm Ultra XC are the ideal dermal fillers for lip injections.
Full Lips. Full lips are perfectly proportionate, with balanced upper and lower lips that appear plump and pillowy. The shape and volume of a person's lips play a significant part in the perception of beauty by humans, with fuller lips in relation to facial width being a desirable feature to possess.
Thanks to the continual advancement in cosmetic technology, however, you may no longer have to go under the knife to achieve a fuller, more lifted look that lasts and looks natural. Lasting 5 years or longer, Bellafill is the first FDA approved dermal filler considered permanent.
Juvederm Ultra.
Injectors use this filler often because it has a long-standing safety profile, blends well into the patient's own lip tissue, is cost effective for the patient, and can build lots of lip volume in one sitting.
The biggest difference between the two fillers is that Juvéderm has a smooth texture while Restylane is more granular. Juvéderm is often used to address the finest lines and tightest wrinkles on the face, while Restylane is used more for facial contouring and highly specific concerns.
Kylie Jenner revealed Juvederm as her lip filler of choice in an interview with The New York Times. “Restylane and Juvederm are excellent choices to maximize volume” explains Dr.
Restylane Kysse
This is a thicker product which is less likely to migrate. Because of this, it allows the injector to better manipulate the shape of the lips. If you are looking for a crisp and defined vermillion border and cupid's bow, this is a great choice.
But she also has undergone other procedures like; lip injections, Botox injections and. Fillers in order to maintain a youthful appearance.
M shape lips have 2 arches to the upper lip with a full center pillow. When treated improperly it can cause the center pillow to protrude outward causing a ducky side profile. Majority of the filler needs to be placed laterally in the “arches” to camouflage the center pillow and create a cohesive silhouette.
For most people, the total lip filler costs, on average, between $500 and $1500. Here are some of the average costs for different types of lip fillers: Juvederm hyaluronic acid fillers: between $400 and $700 per syringe. Bellafill collagen fillers: up to $1000 for one syringe.
Hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm and Restylane are perfect for lip augmentation, as their fillers come in different formulations to address various aesthetic concerns. These lip fillers are also long-lasting and can last for up to a year or more, depending on the filler used during treatment.
For a natural, softer fullness, 1 syringe (1 mL) is like the perfect amount of frosting on a cupcake—just enough to enhance your lips without overdoing it. But if you're going for that traffic-stopping plump, you may need 1.5 to 2 syringes for the extra volume.
Hyaluronic Acid Fillers:
These are the most popular and are considered the best type of lip filler. Hyaluronic acid fillers are temporary, offering natural-looking results. Examples include Juvederm and Restylane, which are known for their effectiveness in enhancing lip volume and shape.
Lip fillers typically last between 6 to 12 months. However, the duration can vary depending on factors like the individual's age, lifestyle, and rate of metabolism. Specifically: Most results indicate lip fillers last 6 to 9 months or 6 to 12 months.
The national average cost for Juvederm® is $750 per treatment session. Juvederm® prices are affected by where you live and your provider's skill and experience.
The main risks of Juvederm involve poor aesthetic outcomes, usually because a provider is inexperienced or unskilled. If Juvederm is injected by a novice practitioner, results can be asymmetrical, or leave lumps or bumps under the skin (some initial lumps and bumps are normal, but they should not last).
Science has found that the most attractive lip shape has an upper-to-lower lip ratio of 1:2. Lips are most desirable in different shapes and forms for different people – 60% of people prefer a 1:1 ratio where the lips are completely symmetrical and evenly full.
Bow-shaped lips are generally fuller in the middle than they are at the sides and are coveted for their defined-looking Cupid's bow. Darlings, bow-shaped lips are one of the rarest lip shapes you can have!