{"id":526,"date":"2024-06-04T01:59:07","date_gmt":"2024-06-03T17:59:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/?p=526"},"modified":"2024-06-04T01:59:07","modified_gmt":"2024-06-03T17:59:07","slug":"grazia-beauty-glossary-what-you-need-to-know-before-getting-lip-fillers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/grazia-beauty-glossary-what-you-need-to-know-before-getting-lip-fillers\/","title":{"rendered":"GRAZIA BEAUTY GLOSSARY: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE GETTING LIP FILLERS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>The down low on lip plumping.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/wei-ding-mBWr3xgd9NA-unsplash-1-1600x1280-1-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/wei-ding-mBWr3xgd9NA-unsplash-1-1600x1280-1-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/wei-ding-mBWr3xgd9NA-unsplash-1-1600x1280-1-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/wei-ding-mBWr3xgd9NA-unsplash-1-1600x1280-1-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/wei-ding-mBWr3xgd9NA-unsplash-1-1600x1280-1-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/wei-ding-mBWr3xgd9NA-unsplash-1-1600x1280-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image: Wei Ding (Unsplash)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>GRAZIA Beauty Glossary is a recurring series that tells you everything you need to know in the world of beauty. It is your ultimate guide to knowing important skincare ingredients, beauty procedures, and trends. In this edition, we quiz&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/dr-hew-yin-keat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr Hew Yin Keat of M.A.C. Clinic<\/a>&nbsp;on some lip filler FAQ so you can stay informed before getting the procedure done.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grazia.my\/celebrity\/jennifer-lawrence-kylie-jenner-plastic-surgery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kylie Jenner<\/a>\u00a0and nearly every other American influencer do it. South Korean celebrities do it. Lip fillers have become so synonymous with every low-risk aesthetic procedure that nobody bats an eye anymore at the idea of it. While lip fillers sometimes get a bad rap for their overly voluminous look, they can give your face a completely refreshed look when done properly. Just take a look at South Korean actress Song Ha-yoon, who completely nailed the soft girl, innocent look with her plumped lower lip in\u00a0<em>Marry My Husband<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-tiktok wp-block-embed-tiktok\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@dr.cindywang\/video\/7339005776586902791\" data-video-id=\"7339005776586902791\" data-embed-from=\"oembed\" style=\"max-width:605px; min-width:325px;\"> <section> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"@dr.cindywang\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@dr.cindywang?refer=embed\">@dr.cindywang<\/a> <p>Srsly asia (and turkey) leads the way when it comes to innovative cosmetic procedures. But maybe not everything needs to be tried. Would you try these if you go to korea\/japan\/taiwan\/china?  <a title=\"koreancosmetics\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/koreancosmetics?refer=embed\">#koreancosmetics<\/a> <a title=\"filler\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/filler?refer=embed\">#filler<\/a> <a title=\"lipsurgery\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/lipsurgery?refer=embed\">#lipsurgery<\/a> <a title=\"cosmeticinjectables\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cosmeticinjectables?refer=embed\">#cosmeticinjectables<\/a> <a title=\"asianbeauty\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/asianbeauty?refer=embed\">#asianbeauty<\/a> <a title=\"plasticsurgery\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/plasticsurgery?refer=embed\">#plasticsurgery<\/a> <a title=\"kpop\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/kpop?refer=embed\">#kpop<\/a> <a title=\"beautytok\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/beautytok?refer=embed\">#beautytok<\/a> <a title=\"beautyblogger\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/beautyblogger?refer=embed\">#beautyblogger<\/a> <a title=\"sydneybeauty\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/sydneybeauty?refer=embed\">#sydneybeauty<\/a> <a title=\"cosmeticclinic\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cosmeticclinic?refer=embed\">#cosmeticclinic<\/a> <a title=\"hairloss\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/hairloss?refer=embed\">#hairloss<\/a> <\/p> <a target=\"_blank\" title=\"\u266c original sound - That asian cosmetic doctor\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/original-sound-7339005977217600258?refer=embed\">\u266c original sound &#8211; That asian cosmetic doctor<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, as with any aesthetic procedure, there will be room for risks. It pays to be educated and informed so you know what to look out for in case anything goes wrong. Below, find a comprehensive lip filler FAQ list carefully answered by Dr Hew that will keep you well-informed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are lip fillers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lip fillers are a type of non-invasive dermal filler injected into the lip area to increase volume, hence creating a fuller look. There are various reasons why people choose to get lip fillers, including wanting a poutier lip look, improving fine lines around the mouth area, or achieving a specific lip shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the main ingredients typically used in lip fillers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe safest ingredient used for lip fillers is hyaluronic acid,\u201d explained Dr Hew. \u201cIt is [biologically] very close to what we have in our bodies; our body generates [hyaluronic acid] and it is very good for plumping up hydration.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hyaluronic acid tends to be the popular choice of product for lip fillers, but be wary of clinics that tout other forms of fillers which may be synthetic in origin and lead to more unpredictable results. While it may get the job done at the moment, it can form lumps and bumps even years later, making your lips look uneven. An advantage of using hyaluronic acid is that it will blend in nicely with the lip. \u201cIt integrates with the tissue that you won\u2019t feel much difference between the normal lip and the filler\u2014it\u2019s very natural,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long will lip fillers last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hyaluronic acid fillers will eventually be absorbed back into the body. \u201cHyaluronic acid formed by our body gets broken down very quickly, as it\u2019s not stabilised. To create a filler, scientists harden it by adding other materials to strengthen and form bonds in between, making the fillers last longer. It may last anytime between six and eight months, even up to a year, depending on the product,\u201d said Dr Hew. \u201cOne good thing about hyaluronic lip fillers is that if they break down, they will not leave any traces behind; it\u2019s much safer for your body in the long run, as there won\u2019t be any foreign material left behind to cause any complications in the future.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr Hew also added that unlike synthetic lip fillers, hyaluronic acid ones can be broken down easily. \u201cSay you don\u2019t like how your lip looks after fillers; we can melt away the hyaluronic acid fillers quite easily,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a typical dosage for lip fillers? Does it work like Botox?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to Dr Hew, there is no fixed dosage. \u201cIt depends on the volume needed in the lips. This comes from the doctor\u2019s judgement. It will be a discussion between the patient or doctor; how plumped do they want it? What kind of shape? Patients will usually show me a picture of the lip that they feel is good or that they would look good in. Then we try to achieve those results. But sometimes when it is unrealistic, I would just tell them,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How painful are lip fillers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thankfully, technology has advanced and made the process of injecting lip fillers less painful than before. These days, according to Dr Hew, scientists have infused local anaesthesia into the hyaluronic gel itself, making the process more comfortable for patients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sam-moghadam-khamseh-l9VjM-Pp7-M-unsplash-1-1600x1066-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sam-moghadam-khamseh-l9VjM-Pp7-M-unsplash-1-1600x1066-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sam-moghadam-khamseh-l9VjM-Pp7-M-unsplash-1-1600x1066-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sam-moghadam-khamseh-l9VjM-Pp7-M-unsplash-1-1600x1066-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sam-moghadam-khamseh-l9VjM-Pp7-M-unsplash-1-1600x1066-1-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sam-moghadam-khamseh-l9VjM-Pp7-M-unsplash-1-1600x1066-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image: Sam Moghadam Khamseh (Unsplash)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Could anyone be potentially allergic to hyaluronic acid?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, but very rarely, confirmed Dr Hew. \u201cIn all my years of practice, I\u2019ve never actually come across anyone who was allergic to hyaluronic acid in the filler form.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who would hyaluronic acid lip fillers be unsuitable for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Women who are pregnant and breastfeeding should not opt for lip fillers, as you don\u2019t want to interfere with any part of the reproductive cycle. You may also want to avoid getting lip fillers if you have broken skin on the lips. Other than that, most people are fine to get lip fillers, said Dr Hew. \u201cEven if there are other medical conditions like diabetes or hypertension, it\u2019s fine to get lip fillers,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choosing the right clinic to get the procedure done is important.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Naturally, much research should be done on the clinics you choose to do your lip fillers at. \u201cDoctors must make a judgement in terms of whether or not to do the lip filler, what product to use, and whether the product is safe,\u201d explained Dr Hew. \u201cThis comes with experience; with more usage and over time, the doctor will have a better idea on how to get better and safer results.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How should you prep your lips before getting lip fillers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep your lips in a healthy condition; that means moisturised with no infections or broken skin. Avoid getting too much sun exposure before your procedure too, and apply lip products with SPF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What sort of aftercare should you do for lip fillers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since most lip fillers contain hyaluronic acid and local anaesthesia now, you may not want to consume anything that is too hot or too cold after the procedure, as your lips may still be numb for several hours. You may risk burning your lip area because you might be unaware of how hot or cold the food may be. It may also affect the performance of the filler, such as reducing the efficacy of it. Consuming spicy food is generally fine but advisable to be avoided. The lip filler procedure, after all, is an injection, which means there are areas in the lip that may be prone to pain if spiciness affects that area. After 24 hours, however, the needlepoint wound would have closed off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/anne-nygard-gg8f7FLbMs0-unsplash-1-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-529\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/anne-nygard-gg8f7FLbMs0-unsplash-1-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/anne-nygard-gg8f7FLbMs0-unsplash-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/anne-nygard-gg8f7FLbMs0-unsplash-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/anne-nygard-gg8f7FLbMs0-unsplash-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mac-clinic.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/anne-nygard-gg8f7FLbMs0-unsplash-1.jpg 1333w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image: Anne Nygard (Unsplash)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you kiss after getting lip fillers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr Hew advises against kissing activities for a day or two after getting lip fillers, to avoid unevenness on the lip area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the typical downtime after getting lip fillers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One to two days. \u201cAnytime we treat fillers in any part of the face, including the lips, they are sometimes initially a little uneven. Generally, after a while, it will distribute itself nicely and smooth out if it\u2019s a good quality product,\u201d said Dr Hew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much would you need to worry about filler migration?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe good products won\u2019t migrate far. In fact, they\u2019re not supposed to migrate; they\u2019ll blend in and smoothen out,\u201d clarified Dr Hew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a sign or symptom that you should seek medical help after getting lip fillers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If it\u2019s an allergy reaction, you\u2019ll know something is wrong, said Dr Hew. \u201cThat sort of swelling would be massive in an obvious way like it had ballooned up. You might sometimes have swelling in other parts of the face too, which is somewhat concerning. Otherwise, if it\u2019s just a little bit more swelling than usual, that\u2019s normal,\u201d he continued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Original Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grazia.my\/beauty\/grazia-beauty-glossary-lip-filler-faq\/\">https:\/\/www.grazia.my\/beauty\/grazia-beauty-glossary-lip-filler-faq\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Author : POHNEE CHIN<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The down low on lip plumping. GRAZIA Beauty Glossary is a recurring series that tells you everything you need to know in the world of beauty. It is your ultimate guide to knowing important skincare ingredients, beauty procedures, and trends. In this edition, we quiz&nbsp;Dr Hew Yin Keat of M.A.C. 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