Cupid’s bow, Hersey’s Kisses, sugar lips, candy hearts – Valentine’s Day celebrates lips, one of our most prominent facial features! Full lips are not just trendy but a sign of youth and sensuality whereas, thinner, less defined lips can be a source of discomfort and self-consciousness. So, with the holiday of love right around the corner, now is the ideal time to perfect your pout.
Whether your goal is subtle shape and enhancement with PDO Threads or a sultry, voluminous smile that calls for a Botox® Lip Flip + Filler, there’s a lip enhancement treatment that can be personalized for you.
For the Love of Lips
Full lips are a fundamental part of today’s definition of beauty, whether seen in Hollywood or social media; the trend is growing in popularity to build self-confidence and achieve a youthful appearance. Many celebrities have not only posted their results but shown real-time footage of their procedures. This type of endorsement around these forms of cosmetic treatment has lessened the public stigma and misunderstanding surrounding them. Celebs like Kylie Jenner, Eva Mendes, and Huda Kattan have shared their experiences openly on social media. In addition, many women adopt aesthetic trends influenced by celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Lawrence.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the number of patients pursuing minimally invasive cosmetic procedures increased 84% from 2000 to 2020, and injectables continued to be the most sought-after treatments in 2020. In addition, ASPS member surgeons cited a significant uptick in demand during the coronavirus pandemic with current patients eager to reschedule missed neurotoxin and filler appointments and new patients motivated for the first time to pursue the minimally invasive facial treatments they’d been considering.
Building self-confidence is not the only reason why women are seeking lip augmentation. According to a study published in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery in 2017, lips with a surface area that is 53.3% bigger than the woman’s baseline (natural mouth size) and that takes up 10% of the lower third of their face are found to be more attractive. Higher collagen levels during youth lead to a naturally more voluminous pucker, which can be more challenging to maintain with age.
You Have Options, We Have Solutions
Many treatment options can help patients achieve that coveted fresh-faced look or voluminous Hollywood pout they’ve been dreaming of. Two of our favorites include PDO threads and Botox® lip flip + dermal filler. Both treatment plans offer lasting results and can be done on your lunch break!
