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Lip filler treatment at Sebastian Rose Medical Aesthetics, Charles Street, Cardiff

Natural enhancement, Russian lips, Swedish lips, Sweetheart lips, subtle definition and full volume — precision, bespoke lip filler tailored to your anatomy at our Cardiff medical aesthetics clinic.

LIP FILLERS IN CARDIFF

Medically led lip filler at our Charles Street clinic, from £140. Natural enhancement, Russian lips and subtle definition, planned around your lips and your face.

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LIP FILLER AT SEBASTIAN ROSE, CARDIFF

Lip filler is a hyaluronic acid injection that adds shape, definition, hydration or volume to the lips. At Sebastian Rose Medical Aesthetics, 39 Charles Street in Cardiff city centre, every lip filler treatment is carried out by GMC or NMC-registered medical professionals.

Prices start at £140 for 0.5ml, with 0.7ml at £190, 1.0ml at £220 and Russian lip filler at £230. Allow an hour for your appointment, which includes your consultation. Results are visible straight away, settle over 10 to 14 days and typically last 6 to 9 months. A £50 deposit secures your booking, and Klarna and other payment options are available.

WHAT IS LIP FILLER?

Lip filler is a hyaluronic acid dermal filler. Hyaluronic acid is a sugar molecule found naturally in the skin, and it binds water, so it adds volume, hydration and definition as soon as it's placed. The filler blends into the lip tissue, so it moves with your expressions and feels soft.

All the lip fillers we use contain lidocaine, a local anaesthetic (unless contraindicated, in the case of allergies, for example), and we apply numbing cream before treatment.

The injections take 5 to 10 minutes. Swelling usually peaks at 24 to 48 hours, and your final result shows once it has settled, typically at 10 to 14 days.

Hyaluronic acid filler is temporary and can be dissolved if needed. Lip filler usually lasts 6 to 9 months, depending on your metabolism, lifestyle, the product used and how much was injected.

HOW MUCH LIP FILLER DO YOU NEED?

It's often not what people expect.

0.5ml mainly suits small asymmetries, lifting the corners of the mouth, top-ups after previous filler, and hydration. On its own, it won't usually change the shape or size of your lips much.

0.7ml to 1.0ml is what most people need for a noticeable change in shape or volume, especially first-time clients. Booking 1.0ml doesn't mean we inject it all. We often place 0.7ml or 0.8ml and assess before going further.

Some lips can only hold so much filler. If more filler won't give you the result you want, we'll tell you before we start. There's no fixed answer without seeing your lips, but you'll always have a full, honest conversation first.

LIP FILLER TECHNIQUES, INCLUDING RUSSIAN LIPS

You'll see a long list of named lip techniques online. None of them are fixed medical definitions. They're descriptive names that help us talk about the shape you want. The right approach depends on your lips and your goals, and most results use a combination of techniques.

Russian Lip Filler

Placed in small vertical lines rather than along the lip, lifting it upwards instead of pushing it forwards. This defines the cupid's bow and gives a heart-shaped pout with height rather than projection. Today's versions of the technique aim for lift over dramatic volume.

Natural enhancement

Small, precise placements that add hydration, definition and gentle volume while keeping your lips looking like yours.

Lip contouring Filler placed to define the cupid's bow and sharpen the lip border, for shape rather than size.

Swedish lips

A microdroplet approach that keeps the lip border flat, with no visible ridge or shelf, so the filler blends into the surrounding tissue for a soft, natural result.

Cherry lips

Inspired by Korean aesthetics: soft volume in the centre of the lip that tapers towards the corners, for a delicate, slightly upturned pout.

Microdosing Building your lips gradually with smaller amounts over several visits. It suits first-timers and anyone who wants full control over their result.

Sweetheart lips

Gently rounded edges, a slight upward curve at the corners and soft central volume.

Keyhole lips

Creates a small natural gap between the lips at rest. It works best if you already have some natural fullness.

Pillowy lips

Smooth, cushioned volume in the body of the lip for a hydrated, glossy look.

M-shaped or cupid's bow lips

Defines and lifts the peaks of the cupid's bow for a structured upper lip. With a subtle central dip, this is sometimes called Mazda lips.

Barbie lips

Full volume spread evenly across both lips for a bold look. It's requested less often now, but we can do it when it suits your anatomy and your goals.

Lip flip

Not a filler technique. A small amount of anti-wrinkle injection is placed in the upper lip muscle so the lip rolls slightly outwards, giving the look of more volume without filler. It suits people who want a subtle change or aren't ready for filler. Some clients require lip flip prior to lip filler.

BUTTERFLY LIPS: WHY WE DON'T OFFER THEM

Butterfly Lips has spread quickly on social media. It's promoted as dissolving existing filler and refilling the lips in the same appointment, then holding the shape with butterfly stitches or surgical tape.

Both claims are medically wrong, and the technique carries real risks.

Dissolving and refilling in one session. The enzyme that dissolves filler leaves the lip tissue inflamed and unsettled. Clinical guidance is to wait at least two weeks after dissolving before placing new filler. Refilling straight away gives unpredictable results, raises the risk of vascular complications and leaves the injector with no reliable starting point.

The dissolving enzyme is also a prescription-only medicine, can cause allergic reactions including anaphylaxis, and normally needs a patch test 24 to 48 hours beforehand. A same-day dissolve and refill makes that impossible.

Stitches and tape. Tape on the lips can't shape filler or stop it moving. Movement depends on the product, depth, technique and amount used. Taping can cause pressure sores and dry the lips, and it can hide the early signs of a blocked blood vessel, such as pale skin, pain or skin changes, which need treating immediately.

Botulinum toxin became prescription-only in the UK in 2023, but dermal filler hasn't followed yet. That means anyone in England can still legally inject filler with no medical training. Until that changes, it's worth checking who is treating you. You can read more in our blog post on the Wild West of medical aesthetics.

We don't offer Butterfly Lips. Good lip filler is the kind nobody notices. Good lip filler is also safe.

WHO CARRIES OUT YOUR LIP FILLER?

Every lip filler treatment at Sebastian Rose is carried out by GMC or NMC-registered medical professionals holding Level 7 in Aesthetic Medicine, full Acute Complications Expert (ACE) membership, hold over 24 years of healthcare experience including emergency medicine and over a decade in full-time medical aesthetics.

We've carried out thousands of lip filler treatments and also train other medical professionals.

We use CE or UKCA-marked hyaluronic acid fillers, keep the dissolving enzyme and emergency medicines on site, and follow full emergency protocols. Find out more about the clinic.

BEFORE & AFTER YOUR LIP FILLER

Before your appointment

Avoid alcohol and ibuprofen for 24 hours, as both make bruising more likely. Arrive without make-up, and bring photos of lips you like. They help a lot when we plan your treatment.

After your treatment

Lips bruise and swell easily, so this is normal. Swelling usually peaks at 24 to 48 hours and settles within 5 to 7 days, and any bruising usually fades within a week.

Don't massage your lips unless we ask you to, avoid ibuprofen, and keep the gel pack we give you in the fridge or freezer to ease swelling.

Avoid booking lip filler in the week before an important event.

If you have any concerns after treatment, contact us straight away.

LIP FILLER FAQ'S

How much is lip filler in Cardiff at Sebastian Rose?

0.5ml is £140, 0.7ml is £190, 1.0ml is £220 and Russian lip filler is £230. A £50 deposit secures your appointment, and your consultation is part of the appointment. See all our treatment prices.

How long does lip filler last?

Typically 6 to 9 months. It varies with your metabolism, lifestyle, the product used and how much was injected.

Does lip filler hurt?

Most clients find it comfortable. We apply numbing cream first, and the filler contains lidocaine, a local anaesthetic.

How long does the appointment take?

Allow an hour. Your consultation and numbing take at least 30 minutes, and the injections take 5 to 10 minutes.

How much lip filler do I need?

0.5ml mainly suits top-ups, small asymmetries and hydration. Most first-time clients need 0.7ml to 1.0ml for a noticeable change. We agree the amount with you at your appointment.

What are Russian lips?

Russian lips is a technique where filler is placed in small vertical lines to lift the lip and define the cupid's bow, giving height rather than forward projection. Whether it suits you depends on your lip shape.

What is Swedish lip filler?

Swedish lip filler is a technique that places tiny amounts of filler within the body of the lip, keeping the lip border flat with no visible ridge. The filler blends into the surrounding tissue for soft, natural-looking hydration and volume. Whether it suits you depends on your lip shape, and we agree the technique with you at your appointment.

When will I see results?

Straight away. Swelling usually peaks at 24 to 48 hours and settles within 5 to 7 days, and your final result shows at 10 to 14 days. Avoid booking in the week before an important event.

What if I don't like my result?

Your treatment is planned with you in detail, so this is unlikely. If needed, hyaluronic acid filler can be dissolved with an enzyme, and we offer this at the clinic.

Who carries out lip filler at Sebastian Rose?

GMC ? NMC-registered medical professionals holding Level 7 in Aesthetic Medicine, with 24 years of healthcare experience including emergency medicine and over a decade in full-time medical aesthetics.

Who can't have lip filler?

You can't have lip filler if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, under 18, have an infection or cold sore in the area, are having dental treatment, or are allergic to any of the ingredients.

What are the risks of lip filler?

Swelling, bruising and redness at the injection points are common and settle on their own. Rarer risks include infection, lumps and vascular occlusion, where filler blocks a blood vessel. We're trained to recognise and treat complications, and we keep emergency medicines and the dissolving enzyme on site.

How should I prepare, and what's the aftercare?

Avoid alcohol and ibuprofen for 24 hours before, arrive without make-up and bring photos of lips you like. Afterwards, don't massage your lips unless we ask you to, avoid ibuprofen, and use the gel pack we give you to ease swelling.