Todays class of lip plumpers arent the same as the old-school formulas.
Injections arent for everyone, though.
But do lip-plumping products truly work?
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Some even used bee venom, which were believed to trigger an inflammatory response.
These ingredients helped increase blood flow, causing a temporary swelling effectAKA plump lips, says Hayes.
Sounds great, until you find yourself with a case of an ouchy pout.
Not ideal for anyone, really, but particularly for those with sensitive skin.
You might find that your lips tolerate these.
So, How Well Do Lip Plumpers Actually Work?
Long story short: yes, lip plumpers work.
But how well do they work, exactly?
Are we talking noticeable-only-to-you results?
Comparable to filler results?
Typically, the visual difference falls somewhere between the two.
Kim Nichols, MD, board-certified dermatologist, feels the same.
Still, a lip plumper can definitely make the most out of a boldred lipstick.
