Treatment Comparison
Lip Filler vs Lip Flip
A lip flip uses a tiny amount of anti-wrinkle injection to make your upper lip appear fuller — without adding any product. Lip filler uses hyaluronic acid to add actual volume. They can be used alone or together.
Lip Filler
From £200
Best For
- ●Adding noticeable volume
- ●Defining lip border (cupid's bow, vermillion)
- ●Correcting asymmetry
- ●Patients who want a fuller lip look
How It Works
Hyaluronic acid filler is precisely injected into the lips, adding volume where needed and smoothing fine lines around the mouth.
Results
Immediate visible result, final look at 2 weeks, lasts 6-12 months.
Appointment Duration
30 minutes
Lip Flip
From £100
Best For
- ●Enhancing your natural lip shape
- ●Reducing 'gummy smile' appearance
- ●A very subtle, no-volume approach
- ●Patients not ready for filler
How It Works
A tiny dose of anti-wrinkle injection is placed in the muscles around the upper lip. This relaxes the muscle and allows the lip to 'flip' outward slightly, revealing more of the lip.
Results
Visible in 3-7 days, lasts 6-8 weeks.
Appointment Duration
10-15 minutes
Which Should You Choose?
A lip flip is subtle — it enhances what you already have without adding volume. If you want your lips to look noticeably fuller, you need filler. If you just want a slight 'pout' effect or you're hesitant about filler, the flip is a good starting point.
Can You Have Both?
Yes — combining them is often the best-looking outcome. A conservative amount of lip filler for gentle volume plus a lip flip to enhance the natural shape creates a result that looks naturally plump, not done.
Common Questions
How long does a lip flip last?
6-8 weeks — shorter than filler because the dose is smaller and the muscle recovers relatively quickly.
Which costs less?
A lip flip is typically £100 vs lip filler from £200. But since the flip only lasts 6-8 weeks, the annual cost can be similar.
Does a lip flip actually make my lips bigger?
Not bigger — more visible. The muscle relaxation allows more of your lip's pink part to show, which reads as fuller even though no volume is added.
Still Not Sure?
The best way to decide is a free consultation with Dr Niru. She will assess your face honestly and recommend what's right for you — even if that means doing nothing.
Medically reviewed by Dr Niru Azim, BDS