Introduction to Vertical Lips

Vertical lip lines, also known as smoker’s lines or lipstick lines, are small wrinkles or lines that appear on or around the lips, usually due to aging or habitual facial expressions like smoking, pursing lips, or drinking through a straw. These lines run vertically above the upper lip and below the lower lip and can be more prominent in individuals who have thinner or less elastic skin. Vertical lip lines can make the lips appear less smooth and youthful, and many people seek treatment options to minimise their appearance.

The causes of vertical lip lines can be multifactorial, but the most common factors include:

Age: As we age, the production of collagen and elastin in the skin decreases, leading to the formation of wrinkles and fine lines, including vertical lip lines.

Repeated Facial Expressions: Puckering or pursing the lips repeatedly can lead to the formation of vertical lip lines over time.

Smoking: Smoking is a significant cause of vertical lip lines due to the repetitive pursing of the lips while smoking and exposure to toxins in cigarette smoke that damage the collagen and elastin in the skin.

Sun Damage: Exposure to UV radiation from the sun can cause premature aging of the skin, including the formation of vertical lip lines.

Genetics: Some people may be more prone to developing vertical lip lines due to genetic factors, such as having naturally thinner or less elastic skin.

Dehydration: Chronic dehydration can cause the skin to become dry and lose its elasticity, which can contribute to the formation of vertical lip lines.

Environmental Factors: Exposure to environmental pollutants and toxins, such as air pollution and chemicals in makeup, can damage the skin and lead to the formation of wrinkles and fine lines, including vertical lip lines.

Treatment for Smokers Line

Lip fillers are an effective treatment for smoker’s lines, which are the fine lines that form around the lips as a result of smoking or aging. Lip fillers work by injecting a hyaluronic acid-based gel into the lips, which adds volume and smoothes out the wrinkles and lines.

If you are wondering whether this treatment is right for you, book a no obligation consultation with one of our highly trained injectable clinicians today.