Lips naturally vary in shape, size and proportion, and having thinner lips is simply part of many people’s facial anatomy. You may have always had naturally fine lips, or you might notice that they have gradually lost some of their fullness and definition over time.
At Pure Perfection, lip treatment is not about creating a particular size or shape. We look at your natural lip proportions, facial features and what you would like to improve, whether that is subtle volume, greater definition, improved symmetry or restoring fullness that has been lost with age.
What Are Thin Lips?
Thin lips describe lips with naturally less volume or projection. This may affect both lips equally or one lip may appear thinner than the other.
Some people are born with naturally fine lips, while others notice gradual changes with age. The border of the lips can become less defined, the upper lip may appear thinner and fine lines can develop around the mouth.
There is no ideal lip size. Treatment is entirely personal and should be planned in proportion with the rest of the face.
What Causes Thin Lips?
Genetics are one of the biggest influences on natural lip shape, size and fullness. If you have always had thinner lips, this is likely to be part of your natural facial anatomy rather than something that has changed.
Ageing can also affect the lips. Collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid levels change over time, while structural changes around the mouth can gradually reduce lip volume and definition.
Repeated sun exposure and lifestyle factors can contribute to changes in skin quality around the mouth, making loss of definition and fine lines more noticeable.
Treatments for Thin Lips at Pure Perfection
Treatment is tailored according to whether you would like to enhance naturally thin lips, restore volume that has been lost or improve shape and definition.
Dermal Fillers
Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers can be carefully placed within the lips to add volume, improve definition and enhance their natural shape.
Treatment does not necessarily mean creating noticeably larger lips. Small amounts of filler can be used to make subtle adjustments to the lip border, proportions or volume while keeping the result balanced with your facial features.
For lips that have become thinner with age, filler can also be used to restore some of the volume and definition that has gradually been lost.
The amount and placement of filler will be determined by your existing lip anatomy and the result you would like to achieve. At Pure Perfection, the focus is on enhancing what is already there rather than following a standard lip shape or size.
FAQs
Can dermal filler make thin lips look fuller?
Yes. Hyaluronic acid dermal filler can be used to add carefully controlled volume to naturally thin lips or restore fullness that has been lost over time.
Will my lips look obviously filled?
They do not have to. Treatment can be very subtle, with the amount and placement of filler adjusted according to your natural lips and the result you would like.
Can lip filler improve definition without adding lots of volume?
Yes. Dermal filler can be used to improve the definition and shape of the lips without significantly increasing their overall size.
Do lips become thinner with age?
They can. Changes in collagen, elastin, hyaluronic acid and the supporting structures around the mouth can cause the lips to gradually lose volume and definition.
How long does lip filler last?
Lip filler is temporary and gradually breaks down over time. How long results last varies between individuals and depends on factors including the product used, your metabolism and the amount of filler placed.