Lips swell more than most areas, and the morning after lip filler can come as a surprise if nobody has warned you. So here is what’s normal, and how to look after your lips while they settle.
The first day
- Your lips will feel fuller than usual.
- Skip lipstick for 12 hours.
- Leave hard exercise for 24 hours.
The morning after
This is usually when swelling is at its most noticeable. Your lips may look bigger than you wanted, and a little uneven. That’s the swelling, not the result. Please don’t judge them yet.
The next few days
Swelling settles over the next few days. While it does, go easy on:
- saunas and anything very hot
- hard workouts
- alcohol
Bruising
Not everyone bruises. If you do, it can take 7 to 10 days to fade. You can cover it with make-up once the first 12 hours have passed.
When to judge your result
Give it two weeks. By then swelling and any bruising have settled, and what you see is your result. This is also why I suggest booking lip filler at least two weeks before anything you’ll be photographed at.
Planning it around your life
Because the morning after is the puffy one, a lot of my clients book for a day when the next morning is quiet. If you work nearby, in King’s Cross or Islington, an appointment at the end of the day works well.
When to message me
If anything worries you, or something isn’t settling the way I’ve described, message me straight away. I’d always rather hear from you than have you sit at home wondering.
Your questions
How long does lip filler swelling last?
It’s usually most noticeable the morning after and settles over the next few days.
When can I wear lipstick?
After 12 hours.
Can I drink alcohol after lip filler?
Go easy on it while any swelling settles.
My lips look uneven the day after. Is that normal?
Swelling is rarely even, so yes, it’s common in the first few days. Wait until it has settled before you judge the shape, and message me if you’re concerned.
Thinking about lip filler?
I treat every client myself at 260 Pentonville Road, about three minutes’ walk from King’s Cross St Pancras and walkable from Angel. Start with how I approach natural-looking lip filler, then book a consultation. It’s £30 and comes off your treatment.