Dreaming of refining your nose but not ready to commit to surgery? We get it.
Luckily, non-surgical nose contouring aka liquid rhinoplasty exists. This beauty hack is reshaping profiles (without a scalpel in sight 👀).
We sat down with of Dr. Alexandre of Hyalure to get the tea on this trending tweakment.
The Lowdown on Liquid Nose Jobs
Think of liquid rhinoplasty as the low-commitment alternative to surgery. Instead of going under the knife, you go under the needle.
A specialist strategically injects filler to smooth bumps, refine the shape of your schnozz, or subtly lift its bridge or tip. During your appointment (which will last about an hour), numbing cream is applied, followed by a few precise injections, and congrats bb, your nose is snatched in real time.
Unlike surgical rhinoplasty, which is permanent and requires weeks of recovery, liquid rhinoplasty has almost no downtime. Results are seen straight away.
Minor swelling usually does occur but it goes away within a few days. Sometimes, it can take up to two weeks to fully settle.
When it comes to nose filler, there’s a catch. The results are temporary.
The fillers typically last six to 12 months before your body gradually absorbs them. Not happy with the results? They can be dissolved.
FYI, if your metabolism is as fast as Huda Beauty’s latest drop selling out, or you love intense workouts and soaking up the sun without SPF (plz don’t do that), your results might fade a little quicker. Regular touch-ups keep everything fresh.
What Fillers Can (and Can’t) Fix
Fillers are like an Instagram filter IRL. They smooth, lift, and define. If you have a bump you want to soften or a bridge that needs a lil’ extra height, fillers work wonders. However, they can’t make your nose smaller, fix breathing issues, or replace major structural changes (for that, surgery is still qween).
One big warning: the nose has delicate blood vessels. It’s super important to only go to an experienced professional for the safest, most gorgeous results.
Big Q: Can Nose Fillers Migrate?
Yep, fillers can move if injected incorrectly or if you put too much pressure on the area (so no aggressive nose-rubbing, thx). If migration happens, don’t panic. A pro can fix it with hyaluronidase, an enzyme that dissolves filler and resets your canvas.
Post-treatment Dos & Don’ts
If you want your filler to settle smoothly, follow these golden rules. No touching or massaging your nose for 24 hours and pass on the makeup to avoid infections. Skip intense workouts, hot showers, and saunas for 48 hours to avoid unnecessary swelling.
When it’s time to catch your zzz’s, lie on your back with your head slightly elevated to keep everything in place. Don’t forget your SPF. Sun protection is key. Lastly, stick to mocktails and avoid blood thinners for a couple of days to prevent bruising.
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