How to make thick lips thinner
Nov 13, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Han Xuefeng
Introduction
In general, thick lips may be related to不良 habits, improper diet, snoring at night, allergic reactions, cheilitis, and other factors. Methods such as conservative management, lip reduction surgery, laser lipolysis, or medical treatment can be used under the guidance of a doctor to make the lips thinner. It is recommended to visit a正规 hospital and undergo these procedures under professional medical supervision to ensure effectiveness and safety.
Generally, thick lips may be related to不良 habits, improper diet, snoring at night, allergic reactions, cheilitis, and other factors. Methods such as injectable botulinum toxin type A, lip reduction surgery, laser lipolysis, or medication can be used under a doctor's guidance to make the lips thinner. It is recommended to visit a reputable hospital and undergo these procedures under professional medical supervision to ensure effectiveness and safety. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Poor Behavioral Habits
Long-term lip licking or biting may lead to moisture loss, causing the lips to become thicker. It is important to develop good daily habits and avoid excessive lip licking or biting. Injectable botulinum toxin type A may also be used under a doctor’s guidance to block neuromuscular transmission, relax the muscles around the lips, and thereby improve lip appearance. The general reference price for injectable botulinum toxin type A is 1,000–15,000 yuan per injection. Noticeable improvement typically appears within 1–2 weeks, but possible side effects include muscle weakness and unnatural facial expressions.
2. Improper Diet
Long-term consumption of spicy or irritating foods such as spicy strips or mustard may irritate the lips, leading to congestion and thickening. A balanced diet, adequate hydration, and reduced intake of irritating foods are recommended. Lip reduction surgery may also be considered under a doctor’s advice. This procedure involves surgically removing excess fatty and skin tissue from the inner side of the lips, followed by precise suturing to achieve thinner lips. The general reference price for lip reduction surgery is 5,000–10,000 yuan per session. Improvement is usually seen within 1–3 months, though potential complications include bleeding and scar hypertrophy.
3. Nighttime Snoring
Snoring with mouth breathing during sleep may cause lip swelling and thickening. It is advisable to correct the habit of mouth breathing to reduce irritation to the lips. Laser lipolysis may be performed under medical guidance. This treatment uses laser energy to dissolve excess fat in the lips, resulting in thinner lips. The general reference price for laser lipolysis is 3,000–6,000 yuan per session. Results typically become visible within 2–3 weeks, but possible side effects include skin burns and redness or swelling.
4. Allergic Reactions
Allergies to certain foods, medications, or cosmetics may trigger an allergic reaction, causing lip swelling and thickening. Symptoms often include itching and redness. Medications such as loratadine tablets, cetirizine hydrochloride tablets, or triamcinolone acetonide and urea cream may be used as directed by a physician.
5. Cheilitis
Cheilitis may be caused by cold wind exposure, dry lips, or malnutrition. Prolonged inflammation can lead to local tissue hyperplasia and thickening of the lips. Symptoms may include flaking and erosion. Under medical guidance, treatments may include vitamin B2 tablets, acyclovir tablets, or mometasone furoate gel.
In daily life, it is important to use moisturizing lip products appropriately and maintain regular hydration to prevent lip skin damage. Additionally, maintaining a balanced diet and reducing intake of spicy or greasy foods can help support overall lip health.
