Lip Filler After One Week: What to Expect and How to Care for Your Lips

Taking lip fillers is one of the most sought-after non-surgical processes for adding volume, contour, and even optimizing the look of lips. Whether you need lips that are fuller or just want to rejuvenate the natural shape of your lips, lip fillers are one of the safest and best options. However, as in the case of any cosmetic procedure, certain care processes need to be kept in mind during the recovery phase to get the best results.
At the Dr. Swetha’s Cosmoderm Centre, as a popular skin clinic in Indiranagar, Bangalore, we specialize in advanced lip filler treatment procedures to achieve natural-looking results that last longer. Through this article, we will explain what should be expected in the first week post-lip treatment.

Swelling, bruising, and tenderness are natural side effects you’ll experience immediately after the injection of the lip fillers. Such side effects are temporary and part of the healing process. The swelling that results after the process depends on the type of filler used and the sensitivity of the skin.
Swelling and Discomfort: The swelling that occurs in this procedure causes your lips to look plumper. This effect will be noticeable immediately after the procedure, and it will clear in a few days.
Bruising: Some bruising may happen, especially in people who have had multiple procedures or bruise easily.
Tenderness: Your lips may feel tender, which is normal. They may feel sore to the touch, but this sensitivity goes away by the third or fourth day.

By the end of the first week, you can expect that the swelling is almost completely resolved, and your lips should have taken on their natural appearance. Please be advised, though, that it may take longer for the final results to be achieved. Below is what you can expect.
Swelling: Towards the end of the first week, you can expect the amount of swelling to be considerably reduced. Your lips will begin appearing like the final one, but complete settling of the swelling can take four weeks.
Healing and Refinement: Your body will continue to absorb the material to fill and refine your lips to a smooth consistency. Your lips will be softer and more natural-feeling.
Minor Lump or Irregularities: In the initial week, there may exist a minor lump or unevenness. This should not cause any concern, as this settles in due course.
If you’re worried about any areas of swelling or irregularities, you’re advised not to hesitate in contacting your practitioner at Dr. Swetha’s Cosmoderm Centre.

At the end of the first week, you can expect your lips to appear fuller, smoother, and defined. This is because the lip fillers will increase the shape of your lips, giving you a fuller appearance. This is what you can expect:

Plumper Lips: The lip filler should make your lips appear plumper and even give them a youthful appearance because they contain collagen and proteins that are essential in promoting a youthful appearance.

Natural Contours: Your lips will be further defined, and they will have clear edges and very natural contours.

Even Texture: Irregularities and lumps that may have appeared during the first few days should be evened out by now, and the lips should have an even, natural appearance.

Just a reminder: Every individual is different in their experience with lip fillers. Therefore, the results may vary marginally depending on the type of fillers used and the individual’s skin.

After a week, you would notice that your recovery and healing process is completely over, but to maintain your lip filler, it is essential to take proper post-procedure care. Here are some pointers that could be helpful.
Moisturize: Use lip balm to keep your lips moisturized to avoid drying out your lips. This ensures that your filler maintains its smoothened look.
Avoid Excessive Lip Movements: It is advised that you do not make excessive lip movements like pursing or chewing hard foods during the initial few weeks.
Sun Protection: You must apply sunblock on your lips because the exposure of your lips to the sun can accelerate the deterioration of the filler material.
No Touching/Massage: Avoid touching, massaging, and applying pressure on your lips for a few weeks following the procedure. This is done to allow the filler material to settle.
Hydrate: Drink lots of water in order to keep your skin hydrated, which in turn would help in the healing process.
Avoid Strenuous Activities: While you may do light physical activities, you are to avoid strenuous activities, as this will increase your blood flow and swelling.
Avoid Smoking: This is because your smoking habits may hamper your healing process and cause irritation to your already irritated lips. You must make it a priority to not smoke at all if possible or refrain from it after your treatment is over.
By following these simple steps, you can make sure that you get as long as possible out of your lip fillers and that your lips always appear full and natural-looking.

Lip fillers are not considered permanent; however, they last depending on various considerations such as the type of lip fillings, your rate of metabolism, and your personal habits. Generally, lip fillings can last 6 to 12 months. The lip filling will then be gradually absorbed by your body, and your lip will revert to its original state.
In order to keep your outcomes, you can fix appointments with your dermatologist at Indiranagar. Your frequent visits would result in your lips appearing full and defined.