Our lips are a prominent feature of our face. They are highly important to establishing facial symmetry, and can have a big impact on the face’s appearance. But not everyone is satisfied with the shape of their lips so various treatments exist to allow people to enhance their lips’ volume and shape to make them look more desirable.
Russian lips have recently become a popular cosmetic treatment, providing a natural-looking, enhanced look following a non-invasive procedure. So, what are Russian lips? How does this treatment differ from normal lip treatments?
Russian lips refer to lips that have been treated to enhance volume and shape without adding volume to the facial profile. Named due to the similarity of treated lips and Russian nesting dolls with small chins and large lips, Russian lip filler treatment is a non-surgical, non-invasive and effective treatment offering minimal downtime and long-lasting results.
Keep reading to find out more about Russian lips, and why Russian lip fillers can be more effective than traditional treatments.
What Do Russian Lips Look Like?
Russian lips get their name from the similarity in appearance between Russian nesting dolls and those that receive the treatment. These Russian dolls, also known as Matryoshka dolls, are often found with small chins and large, symmetrical lips. Russian lip treatment became popular amongst Russian women, but has recently entered popular culture with many celebrities receiving similar lip filler treatments.
What is the Difference Between Normal Lip Treatment and Russian Lip Treatment?
To obtain more attractive lips, dermal fillers can be used to attract and retain water in the skin. This creates plumper lips and, due to being hyaluronic acid-based injections, the filler is naturally broken down by the body over time. Whilst both Russian lip fillers and normal lip fillers provide plump and natural-looking results, Russian lip fillers can have a slight edge over traditional methods.
Normal Lip Treatment
Using dermal fillers, a traditional lip treatment works by injecting hyaluronic acid into the vermillion border. Filler is then injected into the body of the lips using a fine needle or cannula. This enhances lip volume and shape, but also increases the facial profile of the lips.
Russian Lip Treatment
With Russian lip fillers, whilst also using hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane, fillers are injected in more precise and targeted areas of the lips. This increases the volume and improves the shape of the lips without adding volume to their facial profile. A more defined and contoured appearance is therefore achieved, with an enhanced Cupid’s bow. You can even receive Russian lip fillers if you have already received traditional lip augmentation treatment.
Find out more about how dermal fillers can influence facial profile in our detailed blog.
How Long will Russian Lip Fillers Last?
After receiving Russian lip treatment, you can reasonably expect the results to last around 12 months. However, if you are wishing to maintain the best results, we would recommend receiving top-up treatments every six months. This will ensure that lips will continue to look firm and contoured.
Find out more about how to maintain volume in the face in our detailed blog.
Should I Expect any Downtime Following Russian Lip Treatment?
The quick, non-surgical and non-invasive procedure involved for Russian lips provides immediate results with minimal discomfort and downtime. Whilst using a professional and trusted clinician will minimise any risks during and following the treatment, it is still likely that you will experience some swelling and tenderness after receiving the injections.
To reduce the risk of infection, we recommend:
- Avoiding hot baths, saunas or steam rooms for 48 hours after treatment
- Avoid drinking alcohol before treatment
- Use an ice pack before and after treatment
These steps will help to ensure that any discomfort or swelling will subside after a few days.
Book Russian Lip Treatment with Infinity Aesthetics Today
To ensure that you receive the best possible results, it is vital that you book your lip filler treatment with a trusted clinician. A detailed assessment will take place before receiving injections, taking into account your entire medical history to provide the most effective treatment possible. Contact us today to book your appointment and enhance your lips.
Russian Lip Filler FAQ
Will Russian Lip Fillers Affect my Ability to Kiss?
A common misconception is that lip fillers will result in lumpy or uncomfortable lips that make it difficult to kiss. As long as you book your treatment with an expert clinician with a proven track record, you can rest assured that this will not be the case. In fact, many people that receive Russian lip fillers report that their lips are softer and, as mentioned above, any discomfort post-treatment should subside in a relatively short amount of time.
Will Russian Lip Filler Treatment Hurt?
Whilst you may experience some discomfort during the treatment due to the injection of the dermal fillers, hyaluronic acid fillers are combined with lidocaine which helps to reduce any discomfort. Furthermore, Russian lip fillers do not have to penetrate as deeply as traditional methods, so any pain is reduced significantly.
Are There Any Side Effects To The Treatment?
There are minimal side effects that occur following Russian lip filler treatment. Any redness or swelling should be very minor and should subside within a few days of receiving the treatment.
Dr. Owen Thomas has been a medical doctor for more than 20 years since qualifying from Cardiff in 1999, now specialising in aesthetics in London and Swansea. After a 2 year level-7 Master’s Degree course in injectable aesthetic treatments training at Harley Academy, and additional study with Empire Medical Training in the US and other experts renowned in their field, he won a scholarship in the prestigious Aesthetic Intelligence Fellowship run over 7 months in Kensington, London and Paris.
