How Long Do Results Last?
A Guide to Maintaining Your Lip Filler and Botox
Investing in lip fillers or wrinkle relaxers (like Botox or Dysport) is a commitment to enhancing your natural beauty and boosting your confidence. Maintaining these results is just as important as the treatment itself—ensuring you enjoy the full benefits for as long as possible.
How long do results last?
Let’s start with the basics: how long can you expect to enjoy that fresh, youthful look? Well, it depends on what you’re treating and how your body handles it.
Let’s break it down.
Lip Fillers
Duration:
Most lip fillers, like Juvéderm or Restylane, last about 6–12 months. This means you get a good stretch of time to enjoy your perfectly plumped pout before it’s time for a refresh.
Why the Variance?
Everyone’s body is unique. Factors like your metabolism, age, and even how much you move your lips (hello, coffee lovers and avid talkers!) play a role in how long fillers last. If you’re the type who’s always on the go, your body might metabolize the filler faster. But don’t worry—this just gives you a chance to fine-tune your look over time.
Wrinkle Relaxers (Tox)
Duration:
Botox or Dysport usually lasts around 3–4 months, sometimes stretching to 5 if you’re lucky. It’s enough time to breeze through a couple of seasons without worrying about those pesky lines.
What Influences Duration?
Here’s where things get interesting. If you’re super expressive (and who isn’t when they’re telling a great story?), you might notice movement returning a bit sooner. Your injector can also tweak the dose based on your preferences—whether you want subtle softness or a little extra hold.
Tips to maintain your results
Now that you’ve got those gorgeous results, let’s talk about how to make them last. It’s easier than you think—just a few simple habits can go a long way.
Stay Hydrated
Here’s a toast to water! Lip fillers, especially those made with hyaluronic acid, love hydration. Drinking plenty of water keeps the filler plump and your lips looking luscious.
Customized Skincare
Investing in good quality skincare + spf that actually works is KEY to extending your results. It's like an insurance policy for all of your treatments!
Avoid Extreme Heat
Love hot yoga? A good sauna sesh? While they feel amazing, try to avoid them right after your treatment. Excessive heat can increase the breakdown of your results. Think of it as an excuse to keep things cool for a bit.
Keep Up with Regular Treatments
Consistency is key. Staying on a schedule ensures that your results always look seamless. For example, if your lip filler is fading around the 9-month mark, plan your touch-up before it’s completely gone. The same goes for tox—booking every 3–4 months keeps those lines at bay.
Be Gentle
This one’s big. After your treatments, avoid rubbing or massaging the area for at least two weeks. You want the filler or tox to settle beautifully—not go wandering off.
Live a Healthy Lifestyle
You’ve heard it before, but it’s true: good nutrition, less stress, and avoiding smoking do wonders for your skin and your injectables. A balanced lifestyle helps you glow from the inside out.
Good skincare and spf is like an insurance policy for the investment you are making with treatments such as tox, filler, and lasers. It doesn't need to be fancy. But it does need to work! Don't know where to start? Schedule a skincare consult at Odara.
Our favorite products for maintaining the perfect pout
When to book your next appointment
Timing is everything! Here’s what we recommend:
Lip Filler Touch-Up:
First and foremost, consult with your injector. Everyone is different! We have some patients who come in for touch ups every 9-12 months and others who require more frequent visits to reach their lips goals. Over time, you might even need less filler to keep your lips looking fabulous.
Tox Maintenance:
Consult with your injector because everyone is different! Typical follow-ups every 3–4 months are common to ensure those lines stay smooth and your results stay consistent.
A Final Sip Of Advice
Injectables are an art and a science, and finding the right provider is crucial. Look for someone who takes the time to understand your goals, explains your options, and makes you feel comfortable. At Odara, we pride ourselves on being those trusted experts—your partners in self-care and confidence.
So, whether you’re prepping for a big event or simply treating yourself, we’re here to help you feel like the best version of yourself. Ready to chat about your options? Let’s book a consultation and make some magic happen.
Cheers to glowing skin and gorgeous results!
