Lip Flip Before and After: Results, Day by Day

A lip flip before and after shows a small change: your upper lip rolls slightly outward, so more of it shows. It relaxes a muscle and adds no volume.

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Before: Lip flip
After: Lip flip
BeforePreview
Starts working
3–5 days
Full effect
About 2 weeks
Lasts
2–3 months
Downtime
None
Cost (US)
$150–$400

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Before: Lip flip
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Lip flip, profileUpper lip turned slightly outward
Before: Lip filler · 1 ml · natural
After: Lip filler · 1 ml · natural
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Lip filler, 1 mlAdds volume instead
Before: Lip filler · 0.5 / 1 / 2 ml
After: Lip filler · 0.5 / 1 / 2 ml
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Lip filler, 0.5–2 mlSame face at each amount

Results timeline

  1. Day 0

    Right after

    Nothing visible yet. Small injection marks fade within hours.

  2. Days 3–5

    It starts

    The upper lip begins to relax and roll outward a little.

  3. Week 2

    Full effect

    Judge your result now: more of the upper lip shows, most when you smile.

  4. Months 2–3

    Wearing off

    The muscle gradually returns to normal and the lip goes back to how it was.

What does a lip flip before and after look like?

What a lip flip actually changes

Your injector places about 4–8 units of a neuromodulator, such as Botox, along the border of your upper lip. This relaxes the ring of muscle around your mouth. The lip then rolls slightly outward, so more of its pink part shows. Nothing is added to the lip. It does not get thicker or stick out further. The change is easiest to see when you smile or talk, because the lip no longer tucks under as much.

How long a lip flip lasts

Expect the effect to last about 2–3 months. That is shorter than Botox in the forehead, because you use your mouth all day to talk, eat and smile, and the muscle recovers sooner. The dose is also small, so it wears off faster. How long yours lasts depends on your muscle strength and your body. To keep the look, you need repeat treatments. See how long Botox lasts for other areas.

Why it won't look like filler

Many people expect plumper lips and feel let down. A lip flip relaxes a muscle; it does not fill anything. Your lips keep the same size at rest, and your side profile stays the same. The main gain shows in motion: more upper lip stays visible when you speak or grin. If you want fuller lips at rest, a lip flip alone is unlikely to give you that. Weigh this before you spend $150–$400 on a change that is meant to be subtle.

Results day by day

Right after treatment you will see little apart from tiny injection marks, which fade within hours. Around days 3–5, the lip starts to relax and roll outward. The full effect takes about 2 weeks, so judge your result then, not sooner. There is no downtime, and most people go straight back to their plans. Over months 2–3, the muscle slowly recovers and your lip returns to how it looked before.

What can go wrong

Too many units, or units in the wrong spot, can over-relax the lip. You may find it harder to drink through a straw, whistle, or say sounds like P and B. One side can also respond more than the other, leaving your smile uneven. These effects are temporary and fade as the dose wears off. Lower the risk by choosing an experienced injector. Ask how many units they plan to use, where they will place them, and what happens if your result is uneven.

Lip flip vs lip filler

A lip flip relaxes the muscle so the lip you already have shows more. Filler is a gel injected into the lip to add volume and shape. Filler makes lips bigger at rest and can change your profile; a lip flip does neither. Some people combine the two. If volume is your goal, compare lip filler before and after results. The previews on this page include filler examples, so you can see the difference side by side.

Lip flip vs lip lift

A lip lift is surgery. A surgeon removes a strip of skin under your nose to shorten the space above your upper lip, and the change is permanent. A lip flip is a quick injection with no downtime, and it lasts about 2–3 months. If the gap between your nose and lip is long, a flip may not be enough. A surgical consultation can tell you whether a lift suits you, and what recovery would involve.

Your smile vs your resting face

The difference is often clearest when you smile. If your upper lip thins out or shows a lot of gum when you laugh, a lip flip can soften that, because the relaxed muscle pulls up less. At rest, the change is smaller: a slight outward roll of the upper lip. Look at both expressions when you compare photos or previews. Tell your injector which one matters most to you, since it can affect where they place the dose.

Preview it on your own photo

Upload a clear, front-facing photo to AestheView's preview. You get a slider showing a realistic, typical simulated lip flip before and after on your own face. It is an illustration, not a measurement or a treatment plan, and your real result may differ. Use it to judge whether a subtle change is what you want, both at rest and when you smile. Your first preview is free. Bring it to your consultation to show what you are hoping for.

How much does a lip flip cost?

A lip flip uses a small dose, so it costs less than most anti-wrinkle treatments.

WhereTypical priceNotes
United States$150–$400Per treatment

Typical all-in US prices, based on ASPS surgeon-fee averages and RealSelf patient-reported costs.

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FAQ

Lip flip questions, answered

What changes after a lip flip?
Your upper lip rolls slightly outward, so more of its pink part shows, mainly when you smile or talk. The lip does not get bigger. A lip flip relaxes a muscle and adds no volume, so your lips keep their shape at rest.
Does a lip flip look different when you smile?
Yes. Smiling is where the change shows most. The relaxed muscle stops your upper lip from rolling in and thinning out, so more lip stays visible. Some people also show less gum when they laugh. At rest, the change is subtle.
How long does a lip flip last?
About 2–3 months. The muscles around your mouth work constantly when you talk, eat and smile, so the small dose wears off faster than Botox in the forehead. To keep the effect, you need repeat treatments.
How soon will I see lip flip results?
The lip usually starts to relax around days 3–5. The full effect takes about 2 weeks, so wait until then to judge it. Right after the injections, you may only notice small marks that fade within hours.
What does a bad lip flip look like?
An uneven smile, trouble closing your lips fully, or difficulty sipping through a straw. It usually comes from too many units or placement that is off. It is temporary and goes away as the treatment wears off over 2–3 months.
How much does a lip flip cost?
In the US, a lip flip usually costs $150–$400. Some clinics charge a flat fee, others charge per unit. Because it only needs about 4–8 units, it typically costs less than lip filler.
What's the difference between a lip flip and lip filler?
A lip flip uses a small neuromodulator dose to relax the muscle so your upper lip rolls outward. It adds nothing. Filler is a gel injected into the lip to add volume and shape. Choose filler if you want bigger lips at rest.
Should I get a lip flip or a lip lift?
A lip lift is surgery that removes skin under your nose to shorten the space above your lip, and it is permanent. A lip flip is an injection with no downtime that lasts 2–3 months. A surgeon can tell you if you need a lift.
Is 2 units of Botox enough for a lip flip?
Usually not. Most injectors use about 4–8 units spread along the upper lip border to get an even result. Your injector will choose the dose based on your lip shape and muscle strength.
Can people tell if you've had a lip flip?
Usually not. The change is small and uses the lip you already have, so it rarely looks done. Unlike filler, it does not make the lip feel firmer or change your side profile.
Will a lip flip affect drinking, talking or kissing?
It can, for a while. Some people find it harder to use a straw, whistle, pucker, or say P and B sounds. Kissing may feel slightly different. These effects are usually mild and short-lived.
Does a lip flip hurt more than lip filler?
Most people find a lip flip quicker and less uncomfortable than filler. It involves a few small, shallow needle pricks along the lip border, while filler puts more product deeper into the lip. Ask your clinic about numbing cream if you are worried.
Can I preview a lip flip on my own photo?
Yes. Upload a clear, front-facing photo to AestheView's preview. You get a slider with a realistic, typical simulation of a lip flip on your face. It is an illustration, not a prediction, and your first preview is free.
Can I save or share my lip flip preview?
You can save it to your phone or print it to bring to a consultation. Previews are for personal use and for discussing options with a practitioner. They cannot be used commercially or in advertising.

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