Reasons Why Your Lips Are So Thin

Your body and face undergo many changes throughout your life, so don't be surprised if one day you look in the mirror and see thinning lips. They might not have ever been pout-worthy, but you may still notice a big change.

Thinning lips are an unfortunate aspect of aging that affects one's confidence and how one feels about one's face. Luckily, cosmetic procedures and injections help re-plump lips for a self-esteem boost.

The SafiraMD Medical Aesthetics and Wellness Center team is an expert in aesthetic treatments that can boost your confidence when you don't feel your best. Dr. Andrea Volk provides injectables and fillers to make your lips fuller.

What causes thinning lips?

One day, you may be shocked to look in the mirror and see thinning lips – but it's not abnormal. Thinning lips are a natural part of the aging process – but why?

As you age, your body decreases the production of collagen, which is the building block of tight skin and plump lips. Collagen is the support system for your lips and skin, so you can see less elasticity and thinning skin or lips when it decreases.

Your body naturally makes collagen, but with age, production slows, causing the typical signs of aging. But that's not the only reason your lips may look thinner than usual. Other causes of thinning lips include:

Sun exposure

The sun's UV rays aren't just harmful to your skin – they're also bad for your lips. A sunburn affects the collagen in your skin and lips, causing it to deplete and making your lips look thinner than usual.

Wearing chapstick or lip balm with SPF or a wide-brimmed hat is essential to keep your lips looking their best.

Smoking

Smoking any form of tobacco is a collagen killer and leads to various health issues and thin lips. The best thing to do for plumper lips is to stop smoking and take every step to keep the collagen in your lips.

Not drinking enough water

Water helps create full lips by keeping them hydrated, which keeps them from looking too thin. If you need to take the time to drink enough water, your lips may become dry and chapped, which causes them to appear thin.

Plumping lips naturally

If you're unhappy with how your lips look, you don't have to jump to surgery or invasive procedures immediately. You may create plumper lips on your own with some home remedies.

You can do plenty of simple things to achieve bigger lips without leaving the house. Plumping your lips naturally is as simple as taking these steps:

• Use honey, sugar, and coconut oil to hydrate the lips
• Find a good lip balm to keep your lips hydrated
• Massage your gums and lips to increase blood flow
• Use makeup and lip liner to enhance your lips

Lip plumpers are another option, as are glosses and balms. They give you a quick boost to give you luscious lips quickly.

These remedies aren't long-term fixes for thin lips, but they make a difference immediately. Drinking plenty of water and wearing SPF lip balm also helps keep your lips healthy and looking their best.

Other treatments for thin lips

When you want a more permanent option to change your thin lips, Dr. Volk has a few options that can help. Although surgery isn't immediately necessary, plenty of other treatments plump your lips for a confidence boost.

Lip fillers are one of the best ways to plump your lips when they're looking too thin. Various fillers allow you to achieve the stunning lips you dream of.

Lip fillers contain hyaluronic acid, which naturally occurs in the body. The best aspect of hyaluronic acid is that it bonds to water and increases hydration in the lips, which results in fuller, more luscious lips.

Another fantastic aspect of lip fillers is that they last anywhere from six to eighteen months with one injection. Fillers typically last longer in other areas, but a year of plumper lips is highly appealing to those with thin lips.

Call SafiraMD Medical Aesthetics and Wellness Center today to schedule a lip filler appointment or request a consultation on the website.