Is microneedling lips an alternative to lip fillers?

If you're new to microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, the process, which involves taking little needles to your face (and lips), can seem daunting. "[Microneedling] can be used to improve skin texture, acne scarring, and wrinkles,” says Shari Marchbein, dermatologist and clinical assistant professor of dermatology at New York University School of Medicine.

While it's been said that using a dermaroller to your lips can help increase the size (i.e. plump 'em up), Marchbein says most professionals prefer injections to microneedling. "[For fuller lips], dermatologists prefer lip augmentation using fillers especially those made of hyaluronic acid," she says, as microneedling does not provide immediate results like fillers would.

Microneedling also known as collagen induction therapy activates your body's natural skin-healing power to increase collagen and elastin production. As we age, these fibers break down and can cause wrinkles (often seen as small vertical lines around the mouth). Microneedling can help to give a more youthful appearance overall, but a combination approach with hyaluronic acid fillers in the lips can help to give you more precise lip definition and line control.

Hi, thank you for your question! Microneedling is not an alternative to lip filler. Microneedling will help with fine lines on the lips and it helps with collagen restoration in the area. Lip filler is going to add volume to the lips and help with projection.