How much lip filler is TOO much?
Getting lip fillers doesn’t mean you’re going to look like Kylie Jenner, unless of course that is the look you are wanting! Lip injections are different for everyone, but people always ask: How much lip filler is too much? The truth is that the amount of lip filler totally varies from patient to patient. However, there are some tell-tale signs that girl, you got too much.
The Glam Lounge’s patients want all sorts of different lips. Some want plumper pillowy lips while others just want more shapely lips. In the end, an expert injector knows best because: too much filler is BAD.
Let’s talk about lip fillers, their quantities, and what you want to consider when getting your perfect pout.
How do I know how much filler my lips can take?
This is your injector’s job. An expert lip injector should know the perfect amount of filler your lips can handle after a quick facial analysis and discussion with you. There are many types of lips and only some types can handle Kylie-Jenner-amounts of filler.
Some lips are built to be plumped up and others benefit from definition and shaping. Depending on how much pink area your lips contain is the usual indicator.
When you put too much filler into lips that can’t handle the volume, you puff up the WRONG areas. Enter “duck face” or “trout pout.” That’s when filler begins to puff out the mouth’s surrounding areas, creating an unsightly profile.
Your filler goals need to align with the lips you have - but a professional injector will help you set these expectations.
What makes “the perfect pair of lips?”
The “perfect” pair of lips should be proportioned and well balanced — so that’s what your ideal lip injection should accomplish. This is different for each patient.
Your ideal lip shape depends on your unique facial features and beauty goals. Some patients want to define the Cupid’s bow to create a heart-shaped pout (like Rihanna), while others prefer a rounder, puffy lip (like Angelina Jolie).
Lips fillers CAN do more than plump lips
People hear lip filler and automatically assume it’s just for that: filling. But, that’s not totally true! You can get your lips softened and shaped without adding much volume at all.
The FDA-approved dermal fillers we use offer infinite uses. Fillers can enhance your lips, define your chin and jawline, contour your profile, and even reduce the visible signs of aging. Plus, they can do a lot more than just FILL your lips. They can also:
💋 Diminish vertical lip lines
💋 Smooth out lines around the mouth
💋 Lift the corners of the mouth
💋 Improve symmetry of the lips
💋 Create definition of lips’ outer lines
💋 Contour the cupid's bow
shape your lips with Botox
Dermal fillers can be used 1000 ways, but so can neurotoxins, like Botox®. If you want shaped lips but don’t want volume, some patients don’t use filler at all. Depending on your unique lip goals and facial structure, Botox might be able to achieve what you want. For example, Botox can lift the corners of your mouth.
Who’s an expert lip injector in Draper, UT?
People come from all over Utah to come see Roxi. She was named one of the Top 10 "Best Aesthetic Injectors in America" in 2018 and has been shaping lips for years. She is very passionate about the quality of her work and is highly respected for her artistic eye, attention to detail, cutting-edge techniques, and most importantly, the holistic approach she takes in caring for each of her clients.
Book a consultation and let’s discuss your lip goals. Regardless of whether you want a puffier pout or just a bit more shape and definition, our team will determine the perfect lip injection strategy for you. No matter what, your lips will get exactly how much filler they’re designed to get — and however much you want!
