How can the tip of my nose be improved/made slimmer? (Photos)

Hello! This is a common question most people ask upon consult. You can first try taping your nose at bedtime to help slim that area and decrease swelling. Also using a strong retinol on your nose can help shrink it and decrease oiliness without having to do anything invasive. You should see a provider who specializes in rhinoplasties. Hope this helps!

The safest method to slim and firm up your nose tip depends on your specific situation. Rhinoplasty (nose surgery) offers permanent solutions, focusing on the nose tip. Tip plasty can alter the shape of your nose tip, and cartilage grafting might be used if necessary. For a less invasive option, non-surgical rhinoplasty with fillers can temporarily adjust the nose tip's shape. However, oily skin and undefined thickness may influence your treatment options, so consulting a specialist is important. Rhinoplasty provides long-lasting results, while fillers offer a more temporary solution. Each method has its pros and cons, so a detailed evaluation with a plastic surgeon before making a decision is beneficial.

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your three photographs, you may benefit from a tip refining rhinoplasty. Your surgeon can accomplish this by trimming, suturing, and reshaping the cartilage in your lower nose. Cartilage grafts may also be used to help improve tip refinement. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person.

Best wishes and good luck.

Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon