I have decided that my first post should be about something I have had the most experience with! I first had a lip filler injection in April of 2015 and just 17 months on I have actually had over 10ml added to my lips! It sounds like a LOT I know but this is the current size of them, pretty natural ... ish! The second picture is me before any filler.
I'll admit, I was very nervous and apprehensive about having any filler in my lips. Before this I hadn't ever had any aesthetics procedures, I suppose this is where it all began! I wouldn't say that having lip filler injected is painful, but it is uncomfortable and a very strange sensation. I have had Juvaderm, Restylane and Princess. These are all hyaluronic acid fillers, and they can last anything up to 6-8 months. I'm not sure there is much difference between all the products if I'm honest (but obviously princess filler sounds pretty cute!) and they're all priced the same. I have never paid less than £240 per 1ml of filler, I have used two qualified doctors and they were both very professional which is very reassuring. The first 1ml I had done, I won't lie... it was pretty disappointing. I had visions of Kylie Jenner lips, and sadly that was not the case, I could barely notice the difference once the swelling had gone down, speaking of swelling.....
JESUS CHRIST! The swelling didn't last longer than 24 hours I may add, and I'm almost certain this was because I ate a nandos not long after (blame the nandos...) but I have since been advised that you must not have spicy food for 24 hours after.... good advice I wish i had been given at the time.
This is the before an after from my first 1ml, there is a difference yes but i had drawn over lip line so take my word when I say 1ml really didn't do much for me. I have lots of friends who have also been disappointed, but it is much better to build up to the size you want, this ensures you don't split the lip! Personally I ADORE lip filler, it wears off quicker than I would like.... I actually seem to have 0.5ml added every 2 months or 1ml every 3/4 months. I've never swelled up like the first time ever again thank goodness! As for bruising that's also very rare!
For anyone considering lip filler (lip augmentation) I would advise thinking about the cost, the chances are after the first injection you will want more, and at £240 a pop its not the cheapest of hobbies! I have never regretted my lip fillers, if your sensible about it you shouldn't ever look like a blow up doll... unless that is the plan ;)! You can have numbing cream if you are worried about the pain, however the actual filler contains a numbing agent in it also. FYI the actual product is made to be like a chemical the body already contains, so the product will just disperse naturally in the body, so this is not harmful in the slightest. Always make sure you use a qualified doctor, and go to an actual clinic if possible as your going to be safest and get the best results this way. Most clinics will offer a free consultation which is always good if you're not 100% sure.
Happy plumping! xox
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