What is a lip filler?

• Lip fillers use injectable hyaluronic-acid (HA) (and sometimes other filler types) to add volume, define the lip border and improve symmetry, shape and hydration.
• In Korea many clinics offer styles such as the “gradient volume” or “K-style” lip, where the central part is fuller and the outer edges softer.
• The procedure is non-surgical, often done in ~15-30 minutes under local numbing, though some advise slightly longer consultation time.

    Who is a good candidate for lip filler?

       You might consider lip filler if you:

• Have naturally thin lips and want more volume
• Want to improve lip shape (e.g., a weak Cupid’s bow, undefined borders)
• Have minor asymmetry in your lips
• Are comfortable with temporary (not permanent) results (typically 6–12 months)
• Understand aftercare, risks and realistic expectations

    What to expect from the procedure

1. Consultation: Discuss your goals (volume, shape, style) and choose the right filler brand, amount and technique.
2. Preparation: Numbing cream (or local anaesthetic) applied, lips cleaned and prepared.
3. Injection: Precise placement of filler, shaping by the injector to optimise symmetry and contour.
4. Immediate result: You’ll see fuller lips right away, though mild swelling/bruising may appear.
5. After-care:

• Avoid pressing/touching the lips for ~24 hours.
• Avoid alcohol, hot drinks and intense exercise for at least a day.
• Apply lip balm and keep lips moisturised.
• Avoid heavy makeup around the lips for 24 hours.
• Review after ~1-2 weeks (some clinics offer touch-up service).

1. Maintenance: The effect typically lasts 6–12 months (varies by filler brand, your metabolism, amount injected and lifestyle).

    Typical Pricing in Seoul

        Here are example price ranges (as of recent clinic listings):

• Lip filler ~ ₩200,000 (for Korean‐brand filler, ~1 mL) and up to ~₩700,000+ for premium international brands.
• Example: A clinic lists 1 mL lip filler from ₩200,000 (K-brand) up to ₩770,000 for a top brand.
• Note: Additional costs may apply (consultation, numbing, after-care, touch-ups).
• Always confirm brand of filler, amount (mL) and what is included (touch-up policy, dissolving if issues etc.)

    What to ask your clinic / injector

• Which filler brand you’ll be using (Korean versus international brand) and how much volume (mL) is planned.
• The injector’s experience: how many lip filler treatments they’ve done, and show you before/after photos.
• What style they recommend (natural volume vs bold, “gradient” look, defined border).
• What the potential risks are (swelling, bruising, asymmetry, filler migration, vascular occlusion) and how they manage complications.
• What the after-care protocol is and whether a free touch-up is included.
• What cost includes: filler, injection fee, follow-ups, dissolving if needed.
• Whether the clinic has international patient services (English/foreign language support, transparent pricing, translator if needed).

    Benefits & Risks

  Benefits

• Quick procedure with minimal downtime compared to surgery
• Customisable results (volume, shape, symmetry)
• Immediate visible effect
• Reversible/adjustable (especially with HA fillers)

  Risks / Things to watch

• Temporary swelling, bruising, tenderness for 1-3 days
• Unevenness or asymmetry (may require adjustment)
• Overfilling can look unnatural (stick to realistic volume)
• Rare but serious: vascular occlusion (blockage of a blood vessel), filler migration
• Make sure you’re going to a licensed, experienced injector using safe materials
• If you travel from abroad: consider downtime, after-care and potential follow-up needs