Lip Enhancement, At A Glance
- Best Results1 session
- Treatment RecoveryImmediate (swelling 2-8 d)
- Procedure Time20 minutes
- Skin SpecialistNurse
- Duration of Results6 - 12+months
- AnaestheticBlocks & numbing
- Back to WorkSame day
- Cost $
Lip Enhancement
Lips are pivotal when it comes to facial aesthetics. They can be enhanced in younger patients with optimal proportions, whilst more mature lips can benefit from volume replacement. Different treatments and techniques are used, depending on the clinical findings.
FactsFacts on Lip Enhancement
- Lip rejuvenation
- Proportions, structure & volume are important aspects to consider
- Mature lips will benefit from support to the lip area
What can lip treatments address?
Size; can be improved in both genetically underdeveloped lips as well as ageing lips.
Definition; is super important, as this highlights the margins of the lips, also known as the vermillion border.
Proportion is the ratio of the upper lip height compared to the lower. Aesthetically pleasing lips have an upper to lower ratio of 1 is to 1.68, namely the lower lip is higher compared to the upper lip. This ratio is not set in stone & depends on cultural as well as racial perceptions.
Support of the upper and lower lip is essential, especially in mature patients. Over time, there is a loss of bone, fat & collagen. This results in hollowing & laxity surrounding the perioral (mouth area). Lasers, threads & skin tightening devices can reduce wrinkles & laxity in this area.
What lip shape is the most attractive?
The most important concept to grasp is ‘what is the most natural lip shape for your facial features?’ Lips should not be the most defining part of the face, & they should be age appropriate. The ideal proportion is 1:1.68, upper vs lower. This ratio is not set in stone, as some ethnicities, such as Asians, will have an ideal ratio of 1:1.
Interested in lip enhancement?
If you are considering changes to lip shape, balance, or the appearance of fine lines, a personalised consultation is the first step. During this appointment, your practitioner will assess your facial proportions, discuss your goals, and explain suitable options, including risks, benefits, and expected variability in outcomes.
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👉What about very low pH ingredients? Some formulations such as #ascorbic acid, lactic, glycolic, salicylic, mandelic, citric, and beta hydroxy acids function best in a low pH formulation as this increases bioavailability & skin penetration. Not an issue for most skin types, but maybe an issue for those with compromised skin barrier function- namely acne, rosacea, dermatitis-eczema patients.
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👉What about higher pH products? Fortunately the days of alkaline washes/cleansers/soaps are limited. Mainstream brands such as La Roche Posay, Paula’s Choice & CeraVe have cleansers ranging between pH 5.1 to 5.4.
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😎Davin Lim
Dermatologist
Brisbane/Sydney🇦🇺
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Picosecond fractional resurfacing with Picosure Pro, 2 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart
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👉Indication: Pigment in all skin types. Our pilot study suggests that off label picosecond laser in the 755 wavelength, delivered in full beam to select spots & high powered fractional is superior to IPL & non-ablative fractional laser resurfacing💯
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👉Cons: It’s off label. Downtime of 48+ hours (still less than 1927 Fraxel & IPL). With the marked cytokine release, I now give a short sharp application of topical CS post treatment to reduce post treatment swelling. For patients with pigment > solar dysplasia, I prefer pico to thulium lasers (& TCA-Jesser peels). The Picosure Pro by #Cynosure is really that good👍🏻
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😎Davin Lim
Dermatologist
Brisbane/Sydney🇦🇺
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#picosure #skinscience #dermatology #picosurepro #picolasers #skinrejuvenation
#drdavinlim #davinlim #dermatoloigstsydney #brisbanedermatology
Davin’s Viewpoint on Lips
I do think that the current trend of lip shaping is improving (albeit some Instagram personalities who are over the top).
If you are considering changes to lip appearance or concerns such as fine lines around the mouth, a personalised consultation is the most appropriate first step. During this assessment, your practitioner will review your goals, facial proportions, skin quality, and medical history to determine whether any treatment is suitable and to discuss potential risks, benefits, and variability in outcomes.
In more mature lips, additional factors such as skin texture, wrinkles, and structural support around the mouth may influence management. A comprehensive consultation allows discussion of the full range of appropriate options, which may include non-surgical or surgical approaches, or no treatment where this is the safest recommendation.
Important information:
All medical and aesthetic procedures carry risks, and individual results vary. A consultation with a qualified health practitioner is required to determine suitability and discuss appropriate management for lip concerns.
