Changes in lip fullness can affect facial proportions and expression. At our clinic, thin lips are assessed medically, led by Medical Director Dr Joney De Souza and supported by our expert medical team.
Thin lips refer to reduced lip volume or definition, which may affect the upper lip, lower lip or both. This can be a natural feature or develop as part of the ageing process. Lip thickness contributes to facial balance, and changes in volume can alter how the mouth area is perceived, even when the lips are healthy.
Profhilo can help improve the appearance of thin lips by enhancing skin quality rather than adding volume. Thin lips often look less defined because hydration and elasticity decline over time. Therefore, by delivering stabilised hyaluronic acid into the tissue, Profhilo improves moisture, firmness, and flexibility. As a result, the lips appear smoother, healthier, and subtly fuller while maintaining a natural shape and movement.
Lip thinning occurs for several reasons, often in combination.
These may include:
Genetic lip shape and structure
Age-related volume loss
Reduced collagen and elasticity
Changes in dental or skeletal support
The degree and pattern of thinning vary between individuals. Lip filler can improve the appearance of thin lips by restoring volume, shape, and definition. Thin lips often develop as natural volume diminishes with age or may be present genetically. Therefore, carefully placed filler enhances lip fullness, improves contour, and supports balance with the surrounding features. As a result, the lips appear fuller and more defined while maintaining natural movement and proportion.
Assessment focuses on lip shape, proportion, movement and how the lips relate to the surrounding facial features. Our medical team considers balance rather than size alone.
This allows us to explain whether subtle support may be appropriate and how to maintain a natural appearance.
Lip fillers are most commonly discussed where additional structural support or definition is appropriate. They are used conservatively to maintain natural proportions.
Improvement depends on lip structure and balance. Options discussed at our clinic may include dermal fillers and lip fillers for shape support, alongside skin boosters, polynucleotide treatments, Profhilo and medical-grade lip care. The aim is subtle enhancement rather than noticeable enlargement.
No. Many people naturally have thinner lips, while others notice changes gradually with age.
The aim is to preserve natural movement and expression. Treatments are planned carefully to avoid stiffness.
Hydration and skincare may improve appearance slightly, but structural thinness usually remains stable.
They can become thinner with age as volume and collagen reduce, although progression varies.
No. Many people choose not to treat thin lips once they understand their natural anatomy and options.
Our team would love to hear from you. Whether you have questions, need guidance, or simply want to explore your treatment options, we’re here to support you every step of the way. If you would like to place an online booking you can do this via our online booking system.
Dr Joney De Souza Skin and Laser Clinic is located in central Marylebone and is easily accessible by public transport or car, with Bond Street, Oxford Circus and Baker Street Underground stations all just a short walk away. For those driving, paid on-street parking and nearby public car parks are available, making the clinic convenient to reach from across London, including Mayfair and Soho.
