Lip Fillers – Before & After, FAQs & Cost 

Considering getting lip fillers? There’s some things you need to know. 

Over the last few decades, lip fillers have become increasingly popular with young women, older women and celebrities alike.

It’s easy to see why!

Lip fillers are a safe, effective and painless way to give your lips a little more volume, create a better shape and correct some of the signs of ageing such as thin lips, droopy corners or smoker’s lines. Many people who have lip fillers say that after the treatment they feel more confident in their appearance and can wear their favourite lipstick colours again without feeling self-conscious! 

Whether you’re looking to restore your lips to their former natural beauty or create the perfect selfie pout, lip fillers are the perfect cost-effective, non-surgical solution.

But are lip fillers for you? What do they cost? And how can you make sure you choose a safe, reputable aesthetic doctor who can give you the results you want? 

Keep reading to find out all you need to know… 

What Are Lip Fillers & What Can They Do? 

Lip fillers are a non-surgical procedure that can enhance your lips – giving you more volume, reducing the signs of ageing or adjusting the shape of your lips. 

Over time, your lips can gradually start to lose their volume. You might notice your lips appear less plump, your cupid’s bow (the “dip” in your top lip) may seem to disappear or the corners of your mouth might start to droop downwards, giving you a tired or grumpy appearance. 

With lip fillers, we can reshape, replump and restore your perfect pout – giving you fuller, firmer and more shapely lips. 

Lip Shapes

How Does A Lip Filler Treatment Work? 

During a lip filler treatment, your aesthetic doctor will use a very fine needle or a canula to carefully inject a gel substance into your lips. This gel is made from hyaluronic acid – a naturally occurring substance in your body which absorbs water and gives your skin that healthy, plump appearance. 

By strategically placing the gel in certain areas, your aesthetic doctor will be able to create the shape and volume you want – filling in any fine lines and giving you natural-looking, beautifully shaped lips. 

Do Lip Fillers Hurt? 

Believe it or not, lip fillers can be a surprisingly comfortable treatment! 

Lip fillers are a non-surgical and minimally invasive treatment. Before the treatment, your aesthetic doctor will apply a topical anaesthetic cream which will reduce your sensation by up to 90%! Some clinics, like Elite Aesthetics, also use a filler that contains an anaesthetic – making your injections pretty much totally pain-free! 

Lip Fillers – Before & After

So what results can you really expect from lip fillers? Before and after pictures are the best way to get a good understanding of the potential results.

With lip fillers, before and after photos can help you to understand what you can expect from the treatment and help you to choose a reputable clinic – making sure you get a safe, positive end result. 

Do be sure to verify that the images the clinic or aesthetician is showing you really are of their own work – there are some very talented aestheticians out there – and some not so great ones too! 

What Do Lips Fillers Cost? 

If you’re thinking about getting lip fillers, cost is something you’ll probably consider. Many people think that cosmetic treatments, like fillers for the lips, cost a lot – but actually lip fillers are quite affordable! 

So how much do lips fillers cost? With a professional, qualified and experienced aesthetician, you should expect to pay between £350-£400. 

Lip fillers only require a single treatment and the results should last between 6-12 months – making them a safe and cost-effective way to get plumper, more shapely lips. 

Are Lip Fillers Safe? 

You’ve probably seen the stories in the tabloids – from duck lips to full-on medical disasters! But despite this media drama, lip fillers are actually a very safe procedure! 

When performed by a professional and qualified aesthetician most people experience no side effects other than minor, localised swelling, which resolves within a day or two leaving them with beautiful, plump lips. 

Most of the stories you see out there have occurred because the person performing the treatment is untrained, inexperienced or in some cases using substances that are not suitable for injecting! 

But these risks are very easy to avoid just by choosing a reputable clinic or aesthetician that you can trust. 

How To Choose A Reputable Clinic For Your Lip Fillers

Unfortunately, the aesthetic industry is not nearly regulated enough. There’s no law that states you must be trained, qualified or insured to perform lip fillers! 

So what should you look for in a clinic or aesthetician? How can you make sure that you’re choosing a reputable aesthetician who will give you the results you want? 

• Qualifications – Look for someone who is fully qualified and has been practising for several years. They should be able to tell you where they trained and produce certificates to verify their qualifications. Look for a GMC Certificate and someone who is CQC Registered.
• Experience – Experienced aestheticians who have been practising and honing their skills for several years will know exactly what needs to happen to give you the lips you want. 
• Insurance – A reputable clinic or aesthetician will be fully insured and willing to show you evidence of this. Insurance not only protects you if something goes wrong, but an aesthetician that’s willing to practice without it should fire off warning bells!
• Examples of Their Work – A skilled aesthetician will be more than happy to show you examples of their previous work. Don’t be afraid to ask for before and after photos. 
• Honest Consultations – A good aesthetician will do a full consultation with you before treatment. They’ll ask you questions about what you’re looking to achieve with fillers for the lips, cost will be discussed and they will give you all the information you need to make an informed decision. 

Here at Elite Aesthetics, our fully-trained and highly-experienced aesthetic doctor can help you to get the plumper, more shapely lips you desire. 

With over 20 years of experience, a sterling reputation and plenty of before and after case studies available to view, you can be sure that you’re in safe hands and that you’ll get an excellent result from your lip fillers with us. 

So if you’re looking for an honest, knowledgeable and professional clinic to help you get the firmer, plumper lips that you want then get in touch.