Lip filler treatments are one of the most popular aesthetic procedures today. But what you do after your treatment is just as important as the treatment itself. The right aftercare can support comfort, hydration, and an overall smoother recovery.

In this guide, we’ll cover what typically happens post-lip filler, why those side effects occur, and how AfterMED Lips can help support your aftercare routine.

What Happens After Lip Filler?

Immediately after your appointment, it’s completely normal to experience:

• Swelling

• Firmness or tenderness

• Bruising or mild redness

• Small lumps or uneven texture (usually temporary)

These side effects usually settle within a few days as the filler integrates with your tissue. Every body responds slightly differently, so some people see very little swelling, while others notice more.

Why Do These Side Effects Happen? (A Little Science)

Lip fillers- most commonly made from hyaluronic acid (HA) - are injected just beneath the skin’s surface. Any time a needle enters the skin, the body triggers a natural inflammatory response. This includes:

• Increased blood flow, which causes temporary swelling.

• Fluid retention, as tissues attract water to stabilise the area.

• Minor trauma to tiny blood vessels, which can lead to bruising.

• Immune-system signalling, which may cause tenderness or warmth.

All of these reactions are part of the body’s normal healing and integration process.

How AfterMED Lips Can Help Your Post-Filler Routine

AfterMED Lips is designed specifically with post-aesthetic care in mind. Its formula focuses on calming, nourishing, and supporting the lips without interfering with the filler.

✨ 1. Colloidal Oats

Colloidal oats are well known for their soothing properties. They help calm the skin’s surface, reduce dryness, and support the skin’s natural barrier - ideal for lips feeling tender or irritated after treatment.

✨ 2. Arnica

Arnica has long been used to help with the appearance of bruising and swelling. It supports the body’s natural recovery process, making it a popular ingredient in post-procedure care routines.

✨ 3. Kahai Oil

Kahai oil is rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids. It deeply nourishes, hydrates, and supports skin elasticity - perfect for keeping freshly-treated lips soft and supple as they settle.

Together, these three ingredients make AfterMED Lips an excellent addition to your aftercare routine.

Immediately after lip filler vs under 48 hours later with AfterMED Lips.  

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