Best Lip Injection Edmonton Tips You Will Read This Year
Whether you are inspired by a certain celebrity’s luscious lip look (ahem, Kylie Jenner, Angelina Jolie or Rihanna just to name a few) or a simple scroll through Instagram, plump, full lips have become a must-have for many of us these days.
One of the longest-lasting ways to enhance your lips is with lip injections. During this procedure a practitioner uses a needle to inject lip filler into your lips. Fillers add volume, correct asymmetry and add definition to your lips. Most practitioners use fillers made from hyaluronic acid, which is a natural substance found in some fluids and tissues in the body.
Even though lip injections are a quick, minimally invasive cosmetic procedure, there are still a few things you need to do (and consider) to make sure you get the absolute best results possible. Here are some tips to help you achieve the gorgeous, plumped up lips you have been dreaming of!
Plan your look
Before you even get near any treatment room, it is extremely important that you have a very clear idea of what you want your results to be. During your lip injection consultation, your practitioner will ask you about the kind of look you want to achieve, so you will want to make sure you can clearly communicate the kind of result you are looking for.
Ask yourself if you want a more voluminous look or if you’d prefer something more natural-looking. Do you want to correct or alter the shape of your lips?
If you are inspired by someone else’s lip injections or overall look, keep in mind that it may or may not work for you. Your practitioner will need to work with the symmetry and overall shape of your lips to achieve the best result.
Do your own research
As soon as you start considering lip injections, get Googling! Read up on how the procedure works, what other people’s experiences have been, and all the pros and cons. Having some basic knowledge about the procedure before you look for a practitioner or go for your consultation will help you know what questions to ask and will give you a better idea about what results might be realistic for you.
Find the best lip injection practitioner for you
When it comes to finding the best practitioner for your lip injections, a little bit of vetting will go a long way. Of course you want to make sure the practitioner you choose has the proper training or certifications for this particular procedure. It is also a good idea to check out testimonials, reviews or even before and after photos of past patients.
Once you are sure the practitioner you are considering has an excellent reputation, you are ready to make an appointment. We do a consultation before every appointment. Your consultation is your opportunity to make sure you and your practitioner are on the same page as far as what to expect from the procedure and the outcome you are aiming for. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the practitioner you choose—if you get a bad vibe, look for a different practitioner.
Make sure the timing is right
Sure, the results of your lip injections will be immediate; however, it is common to have some swelling or even some bruising following your procedure, and it can take up to two weeks for your lips to be completely settled. So, if you have an important event coming up, you will want to book your lip injections at least two to four weeks before the big day.
Prepare for your appointment
It is very important to follow any instructions from your practitioner about how to care for your lips leading up to your lip injection Edmonton procedure. In order to reduce the amount of bruising and swelling at the injections site, there are a few recommendations to prepare for fillers:
Avoid blood-thinning over-the-counter medications and vitamins such as aspirin and fish oils.
Do not drink alcohol within 24 hours of the appointment
Avoid vigorous exercise within 24 hours
Do not use dermal fillers if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Take care of yourself
Just like before your procedure, your practitioner will give you some instructions on how to care for your lips after your injections. You may experience some swelling, so having an ice pack on-hand and drinking a lot of water will be helpful.
You will also want to avoid anything that could increase the swelling for a few days. Things like high temperatures (stay out of the sauna, hot tub or steam room) or strenuous exercise can make swelling worse.
Assess Your Look
Give your lips a few weeks to settle, then assess your results. If you were hoping for a bit more volume, book a touch up and have your practitioner assess the area to determine if adding more filler is suitable. Remember, it is important to build over time to avoid filler migration!
Are you considering lip injections? Contact Crave Beauty Lab today and our team of professionals in the Edmonton area will be happy to answer your questions and book your consultation.