LIP PLUMPING AT HOME - Devices that work (mostly)
Lip Plumping Devices - 4 Reviewed
Name a device...I've probably tried it!
Lip plumping products are no different. From glosses that sting to vacum-like sucking cups (no and no), I am on the search for something that works, gently, and effectively as my own lips start to pucker and prune.
I'm not a lip-filler lover. As always, a little goes a long way here and too much filler makes everything look artificial.
That's what I always think anyway!
So, for "natural" plumpers I've got three I can review that will give lasting results and not make you look weird.
We'll start from no to go:
The Revive Red Light device for lips
Pros: Inexpensive, small, targeted
Cons: Lips only, sits far away from lips (light shines in my eyes), not as effective as I'd like, have to wait for results to occur.
I’ve had this small hand-held device for years and I still use it targeted areas, like around the mouth.
LED red light tool (hand-held)
Pros: Inexpensive, small, somewhat targeted, can use all over face/hands, chest
Cons: Could have a little "lip" around light surface to keep light focused on the area; have to wait for results to occur, small light face means longer treatment time (3 min. per spot)
Time Master Pro:
TIME MASTER PRO - ultra high-end home multi-function device
Pros: Very effective at subtle but visible plumping, red light setting for collagen boosting, level variables, ultrasound "massage" + LED gives immediate results, quick treatments (10 minutes)
Cons: Pricey, requires conductive gel. Use a pure hyaluronic acid (no other additives) over lips for best results (instead of a conductive gel).
NANO MICRONEEDLING FOR LIP PLUMPING
SKIN WAND PRO:
Pros: Easy, quick to use and leaves a real plumping effect (temporary, of course!) Good to nano with hyaluronic acid (pure). Leaves lips plump and smooth.
Cons: Can sting a bit if you are not used to it (not bad or hurting, just need to get used the feeling). Needs tips that must be replaced. Can leave lips a little dry - use a good quality lip mask or pure oil over lips after using.
Summing it up:
1.) The Revive was the most lip-targeted device, but it didn't really seem to do much over time. Not saying it's bad, but I reverted back to using my other tools and this one sits in the drawer :(
2.) The hand-held LED tool that you can use all over and I still use it over pro treatment masks, after microneedling and on my hands and face! It does help (red LED light masks are great), but it takes time and consistency to see results.
3.) The Time Master Pro - works fast and gives instant, as well as cumulative, results -- not just on lips but all over my face, hands, arms. Very good, but the most pricey.
4.) One more that works really well is the SKINWAND PRO with nano or .25mm tips. The nano is great as an instant plumper with some good quality, pure hyaluronic acid.
You can do a once-a-week treatment with the .25mm tip to help induce collagen growth and keep lips smooth. Use all around the lip area and target lip lines, too.