Lip injections are a popular way to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, as well as to add volume and definition to the lips. The most common options for lip injections are Restylane and Juvaderm, which typically last for around six months and offer a very natural look. Vollure is the newest product on the market and is the most durable, providing an even more natural raised look. Some dermal fillers have been studied to last up to two years.
The three fillers that tend to last the longest are Restylane Lyft, Restylane Defyne, Restylane Refyne, Juvederm, Voluma, Radiesse and Sculptra. Juvederm Voluma XC is the most durable HA filler and can last up to two years. It is important to note that the effects of the filler do not last for the entire duration of time and usually require additional treatments every six months or so. Juvederm and Restylane are currently the most durable and long-lasting dermal fillers on the market.
Juvederm and Restylane are families of hyaluronic acid fillers with numerous possible formulations. Each collection has numerous products that adapt to different cosmetic needs. Some of these fillers, such as Juvederm Vollure and Restylane Kysse, are specifically designed to improve the contour of the lips. Others, such as Juvederm Voluma and Restylane Lyft, smooth wrinkles and add volume to the face.
Restylane Silk uses a slightly different formula than Restylane and Restylane-L, with smaller particles of hyaluronic acid that deliver subtle, more natural-looking results. It is commonly used to help smooth out wrinkles and fine lines that tend to develop on the lips with age. According to the FDA, the effects of Restylane Silk generally last for a minimum of six months. Juvederm Ultra XC is widely used to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles and folds, as well as to increase lip fullness. It contains Lidocaine to help reduce pain.
Studies have shown that the effects of Juvederm Ultra XC last nine months or longer in 75% of patients. Juvederm Volbella XC is mainly used to add definition to the lip line. It is formulated to reduce the appearance of perioral lines (the fine lines that develop on the lips as you age). Research published in Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology found that more than 80% of people were still satisfied with Juvederm Volbella XC results 12 months after treatment. Juvederm Ultra & Ultra Plus XC is normally used for nasolabial folds around the mouth, as well as to enhance the lips.
Juvederm Ultra & Ultra Plus injections usually last 8 to 12 months. Lip fillers temporarily add volume and soften fine lines to create smoother, more voluptuous lips. This relaxes the muscles and allows the lips to move outward, creating the appearance of fuller lips. Lip fillers are used to add volume, improve lip shape, and reduce the appearance of fine lines. Depending on the type of look you're trying to achieve, there will be a series of small injections along the vermilion border, Cupid's bow and inside the lips.
The most popular lip filler injections are hyaluronic acid-based formulas such as Juvederm and Restylane. Hyaluronic acid gel lip fillers are widely regarded as the best for lip augmentation, as they have been shown to produce consistent results, are readily available, and carry a lower risk of adverse reactions compared to other fillers. It is important to note that fibrotic tissue can build up during sequential lip filler treatments which may require additional injections in order to maintain their desired appearance. Expect some swelling on the first day or two after getting lip injections, so don't plan any important dates or meetings for that same afternoon.
