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Russian Lip Technique in Bellevue, WA
Height and definition, built in stages, with an emphasis on height rather than width.
From $895.
Individual results vary. A consultation with a licensed provider is required to determine candidacy.
New client consultation: $100, applied to your treatment if you go ahead. A $50 deposit holds your time.
Licensed nurse practitioners · Physician medical direction · From $895
Reviewed by our licensed nurse practitioners, under physician medical direction.
- Time
- about an hour, including numbing
- Results
- right away, settled at two weeks
- Swelling
- most noticeable for 3–4 days
- Lasts
- 6–12 months
- From
- $895
Price
What it costs
Individual results vary. A consultation with a licensed provider is required to determine candidacy.
From $895. Your total depends on how much filler is needed and whether we build the shape over one session or two. You get the full cost before anything is done.
New client consultation: $100, applied to your treatment if you go ahead. A $50 deposit holds your time. See our cancellation policy.
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What it is
A way of placing lip filler, not a different product. Small amounts of hyaluronic acid filler are placed vertically, from the base of the lip upward toward the border. The effect is height rather than projection: taller, more defined lips with a lifted cupid's bow, staying relatively flat from the side. Done conservatively, it looks surprisingly natural.
Russian technique or classic lip filler
Russian lip technique
Classic lip filler
Placement
Vertical, from the base upward
Along or into the body of the lip
Main effect
Height and definition
Volume and fullness
Side profile
Flatter, more lifted
Fuller, more projected
Cupid's bow
Emphasized and lifted
Softly defined
Swelling
Usually more noticeable at first
Usually milder
Product
Hyaluronic acid filler, dissolvable
Hyaluronic acid filler, dissolvable
Neither approach is better. They create different shapes, and the right one depends on your lips.
Who it suits, and who it does not
Who it suits
It tends to suit people who want height and definition, have some natural lip to work with, and prefer a flatter profile.
Who it does not
It is not for everyone, and saying so is part of our job. Very thin lips may need height built slowly over more than one visit, or classic enhancement first. If you love a soft, full, pouty look, classic filler gets you closer. If you have had a lot of filler before, we may suggest letting it settle, or dissolving some, first.
We do not treat anyone pregnant or breastfeeding, with an active cold sore or infection near the lips, or with a past reaction to hyaluronic acid filler. We review your health history privately at consultation.
How the treatment works
We numb the lips first, and most fillers also contain a local anesthetic. Tiny amounts are placed in vertical lines, checked from the front and side as we go. It takes about an hour. Many people reach their ideal shape over two sessions a few weeks apart, which keeps it natural and lets you decide how far to go.
Your first week
Days 1–2
the most swelling; lips may feel firm or tender, small bruises possible.
Days 3–4
swelling comes down noticeably.
Days 5–7
most people look close to normal.
Two weeks
the filler has settled and this is your real result.
Cold compresses, sleeping slightly raised and skipping hard exercise, alcohol and heat for a day or two all help. If anything worries you, call us.
Avoiding the overdone look
We would rather undertreat you twice than overtreat you once.
This is one of the most recognizable looks on social media, which is exactly why restraint matters. The overdone version comes from doing too much in one session. We place less than you might expect, review at two weeks and add only if you want more. Because it is hyaluronic acid, it can be dissolved if you change your mind.
Who performs your treatment
Licensed nurse practitioners working under physician medical direction. You will know who is treating you before we begin, and you are welcome to ask how often they perform this technique.
Client reviews
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12611 Northup Way, Suite 220, just off SR 520, a short drive from Kirkland and Redmond and easy from Mercer Island and Seattle. Open daily, 10am-6pm. Because swelling peaks early, many clients book a Thursday or Friday so the first days fall on the weekend.
Questions
Russian lip technique, answered
What is the Russian lip technique?
A way of placing hyaluronic acid lip filler vertically, from the base of the lip upward, to build height and definition rather than width or projection. The result is a taller, more defined lip with a lifted cupid's bow and a flatter side profile.
How is it different from regular lip filler?
Classic lip filler adds volume, so the lips project further forward. The Russian technique uses the same kind of filler placed to lift and define, so lips look taller from the front and flatter from the side. Neither is better; they create different shapes.
Will it make my lips look wider?
It’s designed to add height rather than width.
How much swelling should I expect, and for how long?
More than with classic filler. It is most noticeable for one to two days, eases over three to four, and most people look close to normal within a week. The final result settles at about two weeks.
How long do results last?
Typically six to twelve months, depending on the product, the amount and your metabolism. Lips move a lot, so they break filler down faster than other areas. A small top-up keeps the shape.
Is it suitable if I have naturally thin lips?
Sometimes, but it may take longer. Very thin lips may need height built over more than one session, or may suit classic enhancement first. We will tell you honestly at your consultation.
How many sessions will I need?
Some people reach their ideal shape in one session; many prefer two, a few weeks apart. Building gradually looks more natural and lets you decide how far to go.
How much does the Russian lip technique cost in Bellevue?
From $895. Your total depends on how much filler is needed and whether we build the shape over one or two sessions. You will know the full cost before we begin.
Can it be dissolved if I do not like it?
Yes. Hyaluronic acid filler can be dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase if you change your mind or want to adjust the shape. Dissolving is $300 per vial.
Is it more painful than standard lip filler?
Most people find it similar. The lips are numbed first and most fillers contain a local anesthetic, so it feels like pressure and small pinches. The swelling afterwards is usually more noticeable than the treatment.
Book a consultation
New client consultation: $100, applied to your treatment if you go ahead. A $50 deposit holds your time.
12611 Northup Way, Suite 220, Bellevue, WA 98005. Open daily, 10am-6pm.
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