Lip Fillers

The studio uses cross-linked hyaluronic acid (HA) gels engineered specifically for lip tissue, typically softer, more elastic products from the Juvéderm and Restylane ranges that move naturally with the mouth. HA fillers are CE-marked medical devices manufactured under pharmaceutical standards.

Not if it is done well. The studio's approach prioritises proportion, symmetry, and border definition rather than raw volume. Most first-time clients receive 0.5 to 1.0 ml, enough to refine shape without altering the overall character of the face. Dosing is always mapped to your existing anatomy.

Published data and manufacturer reporting place lip filler duration between 6 and 12 months for most clients. The lips metabolise HA faster than cheek or jaw tissue because they move more. A top-up before the filler has fully dissolved usually produces a smoother long-term result than letting it disappear entirely.

Expect swelling and some asymmetry for 24 to 72 hours, mild bruising for up to a week, and full settling at around 2 weeks. The result you see immediately after the appointment is not the final result, judgement is reserved for the 14-day mark, which is also when we review the work.

Common short-lived effects include swelling, bruising, tenderness, and minor asymmetry. Less common risks include nodules, prolonged swelling, and hypersensitivity. Vascular occlusion, filler entering or compressing a blood vessel, is a rare but serious complication, and the hyaluronidase enzyme (which can dissolve HA filler) is kept on site for emergency reversal. Filler is not performed during pregnancy, breastfeeding, active cold-sore outbreaks, or in clients with known hypersensitivity to the product.