Hyaluronic acid has been a key ingredient in dermal fillers, one of the most popular non-surgical cosmetic treatments in the world, for many years now.
It is a naturally occurring substance in the human body that is responsible for the lubrication of joints and helps to maintain healthy connective tissues.
For this reason, Luxe Skin lip fillers Glasgow are constructed from the substance are soaring in demand as those looking to obtain fuller glossy lips take advantage of the low-risk treatment that provides superb instant results with little threat of an adverse reaction from your body.
Here are 9 of the biggest reasons that you might wish to consider hyaluronic acid based lip fillers as your next, or first, cosmetic treatment.
Fast process
Millions of people across the world would like to change something about their appearance if they could but simply don’t have the time in their busy schedule to take weeks off work whilst they recover from cosmetic surgery.
Hyaluronic lip fillers take very little time to implement, a skilled doctor will have the whole process complete within around 45 minutes and you can resume your normal life the moment that you leave the clinic. Many people don’t even take the day off work and simply pop into their local clinic during their lunch break for a lip filler treatment.
Natural looking lips
The biggest reservation we hear from those considering lip filler is that they don’t want to end up with puffy unnatural looking lips as you sometimes see on TV amongst certain celebrities.
This is one of the areas where hyaluronic acid based fillers thrive in comparison to more invasive treatments as they provide very natural looking results, making subtle changes to enhance rather than reform.
No surgery required
There is absolutely no surgery or general anaesthetic required with hyaluronic acid lip fillers.
This is a massive reassurance to those who may have not had any cosmetic treatments in the past and it is no fluke that lip fillers are often the very first treatment that people have at our clinic.
Removing general anaesthetic from the equation removes a huge amount of the risk from the procedure and also means that it is available at a much lower cost than surgical alternatives that achieve a similar outcome.
Very little discomfort
With a numbing cream applied to the target area there is minimal pain or discomfort associated with hyaluronic acid lip filler. At most, the sensation at the time will feel a little unusual and there may be some minor swelling or sensitivity around the lips for a few days but this will quickly subside.
One of the safest cosmetic treatments
As hyaluronic acid is already present in the human body, the chances of your body having an adverse reaction to the addition of more is extremely slim. Hyaluornic acid filler have undergone extensive testing before being authorised for cosmetic use and have been identified as one of the safest treatments that is it possible to have.
They are fully reversible
If you happen to be one of the very few people who do react badly to the injection of hyaluronic acid, fear not, the filler can easily be dissolved from inside your lips through the injection of hyalase, an enzyme that prompts the degradation of hyaluronic acid.
This not only protects you in the event of a rare problem occurring but also means that if you are unhappy with the way the filler has made your lips look whether they are too large or unbalanced, the effects can easily be reversed and you will have your old lips back again in no time.
Long-term effects
Hyaluronic acid based fillers are not permanent, but they are some of the longest-lasting temporary cosmetic treatments on the market. The fantastic results of your filler injections will last for around 9-12 months depending on the amount of filler used and can easily be retained through a quick top-up treatment at this time.
If you would rather not have your fillers restored there will be no additional sagging or wrinkling where the lips were once filled, you lips will simply return to their original appearance.
Suitable for all skin types
Unlike other cosmetic treatments, hyaluronic acid based lip fillers are safe and suitable for all skin types and will provide equally impressive results for all.
Feel confident in your own skin
The boost that fuller and more defined lips can give you should not be underestimated. Just days after leaving our clinic having had a lip filler treatment, we often receive glowing reviews from our customers who are delighted with how their hyaluronic acid filler look and feel more confident and attractive than they ever have before.
If you are looking for a lip enhancement treatment that adds volume and plumpness to your lips, you have two main options, lip flips, and lip fillers.
Lip enhancement has surged in popularity in recent times with many celebrities using cosmetic treatments to accentuate the features of their face.
We have made this guide to help you decide between fillers and lip flips, two of the most popular non-surgical ways to achieve the lips you have always dreamed of.
What is the difference between lip flips and lip fillers?
Lip flips are conducted using Botox, an extremely popular toxin used for a variety of cosmetic purposes.
This procedure, unlike fillers, does not add volume as such, but they do result in a fuller looking appearance. By injecting Botox into your top lip, the lip will flip upwards as a result of the orbicularis oris muscle being paralysed.
This produces a subtle yet impressive result, ideal for those who tend to have a gummy smile, and will result in less gum showing at any time. The effect of a lip flip last for around 3 months.
In comparison, lip fillers do add volume to your lip, through the injection of hyaluronic acid or similar. A numbing cream will be applied by your doctor before the filler is injected, but no general anaesthetic is required.
Dermal fillers such as those used as part of lip filler treatments are widely used for a variety of different cosmetic treatments, including filling out hollow cheeks, tackling dark circles under the eyes, lifting jowls, and much more.
When applied by a professional cosmetic surgeon the effects of lip fillers will look completely natural, highlighting the natural contours of your face whilst still adding volume to key areas.
There are very few downsides to either lip flips or lip fillers and the best option will normally come down to personal preference, your own appearance, and what you are looking to get out of the treatment.
Pros and cons of a Botox lip flip
Pros
Lip flips are incredibly quick and easy to get. There is very little recovery required and the whole process will be over and down within your lunch-hour. If you are looking for easy enhancement with minimal disruption to your everyday life, this is a great option.
They are also pretty cheap as most people only require around 5 units of Botox in order to achieve the aesthetic that they are looking for. Despite this, they still last for around 3 months, not bad for such a non-invasive treatment.
Saving potentially the best till last, the reason that lip fillers are so popular is that they produce a subtle natural looking improvement that accentuates the natural shape of the lips rather than reforming them. You will still look like you after a lip flip, albeit a version with a fuller and more vibrant smile than ever before.
Cons
The biggest issue with lip flips, and other Botox based treatments is that they don’t last that long. A lip flip can take around 14 days to produce is best results and after around 3 months the procedure will need to be repeated as it will have worn off.
If you have extremely thin lips, a lip flip may not be viable, either and some people report disliking the feeling of stiffness in their lips and mouths after treatment.
Pros and cons of lip fillers
Pros
Lip fillers provide much longer lasting results than lip flips with the hyaluronic acid based dermal fillers used for the majority of high end filler treatments lasting for around 9-12 months.
You will also see much more noticeable results and if you are looking for instant plump and full looking lips there is nothing that will match the effectiveness of a lip filler treatment.
Reassuringly for first time lip enhancement clients, lip fillers made from hyaluronic acid can also easily be dissolved using an enzyme called Hyalase meaning that if they hate the way that they turn out or they experience side effects, they won’t have to deal with an appearance they dislike for a year or so.
Cons
Lip fillers are more expensive than a lip flip. There is no getting around this, although it could be argued that they are better value for money as they last up to four times longer.
Despite being a minimally invasive procedure with no anaesthetic or associated downtime to speak of, lip fillers are more invasive than lip flips as there may be some associated discomfort, bruising or selling in the area for a couple of weeks.
Get in touch
If you are still unsure about whether a lip flip or hyaluronic acid based lip filler is the best option for your lip enhancement needs, get in touch with our clinic today for more information on lip fillers in Glasgow.