I’ve been receiving more questions about my lip injection experience lately. I know everyone is preparing for their post-quarantine glow-up (😉) so I decided to create a follow-up post about getting lip injections, answering more questions and letting you know what I would have done differently.
left: before lip injections // right: immediately after lip injections
left: one week after lip injections // right: four months after lip injections
How much does it cost?
I got my lips filled by Dr. Day of OneSkin Dermatology and the cost is $700/syringe, due at the time of your appointment. I have heard from friends in New York that in the city the going rate is closer to $2000/syringe. In that case I say take a weekend trip to PA, stay in a cute AirBNB, and get your lips done all for less than the price than you’d pay in NY haha.
Is it worth it?
I absolutely think so! I was a bit insecure about my smile before and my confidence really soared. I don’t think you need any cosmetic surgery to build your confidence, but I also think if you want a plump smile (or to smooth crow’s feet or tighten up your jaw-line) you should go for it! No shame in doing what makes you feel pretty and confident.
Can you feel the filler in your lips?
They originally felt just a bit lumpy. Dr. Day assured me that this is normal and should go away, and it did. My lips feel perfectly normal and I can move them naturally.
Would you have done anything differently?
I didn’t get a full syringe injected and I wish I would have! I was very nervous about looking ridiculous and over-done so I didn’t get the rest of the filler added at my follow-up appointment. Now that all the swelling has subsided I realize I loved how my lips looked in the first 1-2 weeks while they were still a bit swollen. When I get my lips filled next time I might get a bit more done.
How long does it last?
I got my lips filled with Restylane and Dr. Day said it will last 6-9 months. Lasting time depends on factors like on how much filler is used and your metabolism. I have had friends ask if my filler has all dissolved because my lips don’t look as big any more. First of all, the swelling as decreased, so they are not as swollen and plump but still full. Second, I think they’re forgetting how thin my lips were before any filler. Look at that before picture of those thin little lips! Haha. The size that my lips look also changes depending on whether I add lipstick and lipgloss, which I do not do lately because I’ve been wearing a mask every time I leave the home. My lips are not very pigmented, so adding color and gloss accentuates the size.