What is Russian Lip Filler?

WRITTEN BY ALICE VINCENT | CONTENT APPROVED FOR MEDICAL ACCURACY BY DR YANNIS | UPDATED 2024-06-04

The Russian Lip Filler technique is one of many approaches used to administer lip filler injections. Lip injections can range in permanency and are used to alter the size, volume and shape of your lips. The most common and widely used filler contains the substance hyaluronic acid. This ingredient is found naturally in the body, and doesn’t contain synthetic ingredients. The results last from 6-9 months. We can use this filler to achieve the Russian lip filler look.

Most patients typically find that 0.5ml-1ml of filler is enough to achieve their goals and the Russian lip filler look, but this will be discussed with your injectable nurse at your consultation. If it’s your first experience with lip fillers or your lips are naturally relatively small and thin, we may advise you to start with a lower amount, and build up, causing the lips to stretch and fill out naturally and subtly with the filler. Starting with a smaller amount helps to avoid undesirable side effects such as the filler migrating above the lip border.