Studies show lips are one of the first and most prominent areas that show signs of ageing starting with gradual loss of volume and increased lines that accumulate as time goes on.
Flawlessceuticals lip complex is available in clinic and is extremely effective in preventing lip ageing.
Lets look at the anatomy of the lips
Lips change with age in many ways
Lip ageing can begin to change as early as the 20s, but many people first notice it in from their 30’s onward.
- Thinning – Lips can lose volume and appear thinner and flatter. This is due to a decrease in collagen and elastin production, which results in less structure to support the lips.
- Lines – Lips can develop vertical lines, also known as “lipstick lines”, and wrinkles around the mouth.
- Colour – Lips can appear less rich and more “drained” due to a decrease in blood vessels in the lip vermillion.
- Shape – Due to facial ageing including fat loss and bone changes, the upper lip can appear longer, and the corners of the mouth can thin out, widen, and turn down. The philtrum, or space between the nose and lips, can also lengthen.
- Other changes – Lips can become dry, chapped, and dehydrated.
Some habits can accelerate the ageing of the lips, including:
- SmokingSmoking increases muscle motion around the mouth, which can lead to wrinkles and lines.
- Drinking from straws or water bottlesRepetitive use of straws or water bottles can cause you to purse your lips, which can break down collagen and make lips thinner.
To help maintain youthful lips, you can:
- Protect your lips from the sun with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.
- Manage stress and eat a nutritious, balanced diet.
- Use Flawlessceuticals Lip Complex
The world of lip fillers is diverse and evolving, offering solutions that cater to various needs and aesthetic preferences. Understanding the types of fillers and their unique benefits can help demystify this popular cosmetic treatment, making it a more approachable option for many.
Types of Lip Fillers and How They Work
Benefits of Lip Fillers
- Add lip fullness back again
- Ease droop at lip corners
- Smooth vertical lines around the mouth
- Reduce marionette lines between lip corners and chin
- Give a fuller shape
- Adjust the proportions of top and bottom lip
- Add definition to lip edges
The most common lip fillers today are based on hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring substance in the body known for its hydrating properties. HA fillers are popular due to their natural feel, predictable results, and reversibility. They work by adding volume and shape to the lips, with results that can last from six months to over a year. Each HA filler product has its unique properties – some provide more structure, while others offer softer, more subtle enhancements.
Benefits for Different Age Groups
Lip fillers are not a one-size-fits-all solution; they can be tailored to the specific needs of each age group. For younger individuals, fillers can enhance the natural shape and volume, while for older adults, they can restore lost volume and reduce the appearance of fine lines around the mouth. The key is customisation, ensuring that the results align with the individual’s aesthetic goals and facial anatomy.
Myths about Lip Fillers
There are many misconceptions surrounding lip fillers, often fueled by exaggerated media portrayals. The reality is that when performed correctly, lip fillers provide natural-looking enhancements. They don’t have to be about achieving overly plump lips; they’re more about creating balance and harmony in the facial features.
Benefits of the Hydrating Lip Complex
- Hydration and protection for all ages and skin types.
- Helps promote healing after lip treatment.
- Helps prevent Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) after treatment.
- Keeps lips in optimal condition.
Active Ingredients
- Ricinus Communis Seed Oil 36%
- Glycerin 12%
- Yeast Extract 0.09%
- Panthenol 1%
- Vitamin E 0.07%
1. RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil is a vegetable oil derived from the castor bean it is used as an emollient and it is shown
to have water binding properties and also has antimicrobial properties, so will protect and hydrate the lips.
Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3492038/
2. GLYCERIN
Glycerin is a humectant which is present in all-natural lipids. Derived from natural substances by hydrolysis of fats and by fermentation of sugars. Our palm-free vegetable glycerin is a skin-friendly humectant which draws water to the skin. It has wonderful emollient and water-retaining properties. Use it in your creams, lotions, and serums. Known for its fantastic emollient and hydrating abilities, glycerin is one of the most versatile and widely used skin care cosmetic ingredients on the market. It is a natural humectant and lubricant, making it an ideal cosmetic ingredient for skin and hair.
3. YEAST EXTRACT
By helping to reduce the amount of oxidative stress that occurs on the skin, the benefits of yeast extract can induce a calming effect that can help soothe and alleviate problematic skin.
The health benefits of yeast extract are directly related to its high nutrient content, including antioxidants which are capable of neutralising harmful free-radicals that are present in the environment. This protective mechanism makes it perfect for cosmetics as it not only helps to maintain the skin’s quality and texture, but also allows skin to retain moisture. Yeast also contains a number of beneficial ingredients including proteins, minerals, antioxidants and a variety of vitamins.
Containing beta glucan, yeast extract is highly moisturising that is also a natural source of antioxidant compounds combined with the ability to soothe skin and enhance skin barrier function.
4. PANTHENOL
Also known as pro-vitamin B5, Panthenol effectively penetrates the skin and has a moisturising effect on the skin by
decreasing transepidermal water loss, making dry skin softer and more elastic. Topical application has been shown to
aid in healing and skin barrier repair.
Links:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21982351/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27545858/
Metabolises in the skin to form Pantothenic Acid.
Is a deep penetration moisturiser.
Stimulates cell proliferation.
Promotes minor wound healing.
• Acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
Is effective in treating acute sunburn.
Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21982351
In skin, Panthenol has the following properties:
It improves and increases the humidity properties of the skin (moisturising effect); it also makes dry skin softer
and more elastic
• It has an anti-inflammatory effect and soothes irritated skin
It stimulates epithelisation and helps to heal minor wounds (shaving, skin grazes
and blisters)
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hair care products3. Our palm-free glycerin is a non-irritating, soothing moisturiser that not only boosts skin elasticity,
but it contains anti-bacterial and softening properties making it an ideal candidate for sensitive skin care; treating dry,
cracked skin, eczema, acne or burns and rashes.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
Proceeding of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7,360-7,365
5. TOCOPHEROL (VITAMIN E)
Tocopherol or Vitamin E is an important fat-soluble antioxidant and has been in use for more than 50 years in dermatology. It is an important ingredient in many cosmetic products. It protects the skin from various deleterious effects due to solar radiation by acting as a free-radical scavenger.
Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4976416/
One of the most well-known and researched antioxidants for the body and for skin. Vitamin E occurs naturally in human skin, but can become depleted due to constant environmental exposure in the absence of sun protection.
There are eight basic forms of the entire fat soluble vitamin E molecule, which are either synthetically or naturally derived. The most typical forms are d-alpha-tocopherol, dalphatocopherol acetate, dl-alpha tocopherol, and dlalpha tocopherol acetate. Research has shown that natural forms of vitamin E are more effective than their synthetic counterparts, but both definitely have antioxidant activity. Vitamin E is an important fat-soluble antioxidant and has been in use for more than 50 years in dermatology. It is an important ingredient in many cosmetic products. It protects the skin from various deleterious effects due to solar radiation by acting as a free-radical scavenger. Experimental studies suggest that vitamin E has photoprotective properties and is a powerful antioxidant
Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4976416/
About Flawlessceuticals Hydrating Lip Complex
A healing and hydrating Lip Complex containing ingredients to help nourish and restore healthier, more hydrated lips. This Lip Complex is an ideal complement to Lip Fillers to help minor wounds to heal, prevent trans epidermal water loss and restore a supple, cushiony lip feel and look, whilst also helping to prevent further lip ageing with anti-oxidant and anti-enzymatic properties.
Directions: Apply liberally to lips as required.
INGREDIENTS: Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Glycerin, Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Ethylcellulose, Hydrogenated Dilinoleyl Alcohol, Isostearyl Alcohol, Tridecyl Stearate, Aqua, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Citrus Aurantium Amara Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Sinensis Peel Extract, Citrus Reticulata Fruit Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Pantolactone, Benzyl Alcohol, Yeast Extract.
