Thin Lips: Home Remedies & Treatments for Fuller Look

Written by an Expert Aesthetic Content Writer Lisa.
Reviewed by Expert Medical Director Dr. Raj Thethi
Published on: July 31, 2024
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Thin lips are a common cosmetic concern caused by birth or ageing.  Many people wish to get fuller and plumper lips. If you are conscious of your lips’ appearance, know there are numerous methods to give them a more voluminous look. 

If you are looking for methods to make your thin lips look fuller, this blog is for you. Here, you will learn about the causes of thin lips, various natural remedies, makeup practices, and professional treatments to make your lips look plumper and fuller. 

Thin Lips: What Do They Look Like?

Thin lips typically have the following characteristics:

  • Less volume  in both the upper and lower lips, making them look flat
  • The cupid’s bow may be less defined
  • Narrow appearance
  • Lips do not protrude much, causing minimal pout
  • The lip’s skin looks tighter sometimes
  • Sometimes, the lips appear smaller than other features like the eyes or nose.

Causes of Thin Lips

Any of the following reasons may cause narrowed lips:

‣ Genetics

If your family members have thin lips, it is more likely that this trait runs in your DNA.

‣ Ageing

As we age, our body produces less collagen and elastin, which makes the lips look narrowed, less voluminous, and lose their firmness.

‣ Sun Damage

Prolonged and excessive sun exposure damages your skin, including the skin on your lips, causing it to look thin over time. 

‣ Dehydration

When the body is dehydrated overall, it affects the health of the lips, making them thinner and less plump.

‣ Smoking

Smoking reduces the blood flow to the lips, leading to decreased nutrient transport and production of collagen.

‣ Hormonal Ups & Downs

Fluctuating hormones, significantly, during menopause can cause a decrease in lip volume.

‣ Medical Conditions

Various autoimmune diseases affect your overall health, including the skin. For Example, scleroderma causes the skin to get harder and tighter and may cause thin lips. 

Natural Remedies to Plump Your Thin Lips

Before considering professional treatments, try these natural remedies to give your thin lips a natural volume and fullness. 

Focus on Hydration

Hydration is the key factor that maintains your skin’s turgidity and health. Try to:

 Stay Hydrated

Aim to drink 8 glasses of water throughout the day to stay hydrated. Hydrated lips look healthier and more naturally plump. 

‣ Apply Aloe Vera Gel

Applying aloe vera gel helps because it is a natural moisturiser that nourishes the skin of your lips. 

Exfoliate Regularly

Exfoliation helps remove dead skin and reveal the fresh skin beneath, making your thin lips look healthier, clean and elastic. You can use the following exfoliation methods:

Lip Scrub for thin lips

 Honey-Sugar Scrub

Mix 1 tbsp of sugar with  ½ tbsp of honey to make a scrub. Apply it to your lips and rub in a circular motion for a few minutes, then rinse off. This will increase blood circulation to your lips and remove the dead skin layer. 

 Toothbrush Exfoliation

To exfoliate your skin, you may use a soft-bristled toothbrush. Brush your lip’s skin gently to exfoliate the dead cells and promote blood flow to the area. 

Natural Oils—Plumping Agents For Thin Lips

Natural oils are here to turn your thin lips plumper:

 Cinnamon Oil

Dilute cinnamon oil by mixing a few drops into coconut oil. Apply to your lips, then rinse after a few minutes, and your lips will plump naturally. 

 Peppermint Oil

Mix coconut or olive oil with a few drops of peppermint oil. Then, apply it to your lips. It will temporarily plump your lips, and you may feel tingling sensations.

Lip Masks

Another quick but temporary fix for thin lips is applying lip masks.

 Lemon-Honey Mask

Mix a teaspoon of honey with a few drops of lemon juice, apply to your lips, leave for 15-20 minutes, then rinse. This mask nourishes and brightens your lips.

 Cocoa Butter Balm

Make a natural lip balm using beeswax and cocoa butter. This combination keeps your lips moisturised and can give them a fuller appearance.

Lip Exercises

Lip exercises

Regularly perform lip exercises, such as puckering your lips and smiling broadly. Exercise can strengthen the muscles around the lips and enhance their appearance over time.

Lifestyle Changes

Some lifestyle changes might add to your efforts of making thin lips plumper. 

 Quit Smoking

Quitting smoking will promote blood flow to your lips and boost collagen production, leading to healthier and younger lips.

 Consume Vitamin Rich Foods

Foods rich in vitamins A, C, and E, such as carrots, citrus fruits, and nuts, are good for you. These vitamins promote healthy skin and can improve the appearance of your lips.

Makeup Practice To Make Your Thin Lips Look Fuller

Are you conscious of thin lips? Makeup for the go! Certain makeup practices and hacks can make your lips plumper or bigger. 

  • You can achieve fuller-looking lips by using lip glosses or balms with plumping agents.
  • Overline your lips with a matching lip liner, and apply highlighter to the cupid’s bow and centre of the bottom lip.
  • Use a slightly darker lip liner around the edges for a contouring effect.

Professional Treatments For Thin Lips

Natural remedies and makeup practices are temporary solutions for lips; for long-lasting results, you may consider the following professional treatments.

‣  Lip Fillers

Lip filler

Lip fillers are a popular treatment to restore or get volumised lips for a plumper look. Fillers like hyaluronic acid can provide a more permanent solution for fuller lips lasting up to 6 to 12 months or more, depending upon the amount of file or personal metabolism rate. Do not worry about the lip filler gone wrong phrase because lip fillers done by a professional are safe and give natural-looking results.

 Microneedling

Microneedling involves giving your lips tiny injuries to trigger your body’s healing response and collagen production. Microneedling around the lip area can stimulate collagen production and improve lip volume.

‣ Topical Creams

Apply over-the-counter retinol creams to the lip area. Retinol can help stimulate collagen production, making your lips look fuller. Your skin doctor can recommend the best cream for your lip health.

‣ Lip Serums

Consider adding Hyaluronic acid-based serums to your skincare routine. These serums moisturise and plump your lips by retaining moisture and attracting nearby water molecules, thus enhancing lip volume and shape. 

Try Remedies, Makeup Hacks, or Treatments for Thin Lips.

Thin lips are typical, whether from genetics or ageing, and many people desire fuller lips. Thankfully, there are numerous ways to achieve a plumper look.

Natural remedies like hydration, exfoliation, and using natural oils can help plump your lips. Makeup tricks like overlining, highlighting, and plumping glosses can also help. For longer-lasting results, consider a lip filler Leeds. Other treatments like microneedling and topical creams may also help.

These methods can enhance your lips, boosting your confidence and natural beauty.

Frequently Asked Questions About Thin Lips

1. How to fix thin lips?

Thin lips can be volumised and plumped by various professional treatments such as lip fillers and microneedling. Home remedies to fix thin lips include: moisturisers and natural oils. 

2. What causes thin lips?

Thin lips can be caused by genetics, ageing, sun damage, dehydration and sometimes due to auto-immune diseases. 

3. How can makeup make my lips look fuller?

Applying highlighter to cupid’s bow, overlining the lips with darker lip liner, and applying plumping lip gloss can make your lips look fuller. 

4. Does vaseline plump lips?

The hyaluronic acid present in vaseline, hydrated the lips intensely making them look plumped and fuller. 

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About the Author

Dr. Raj Thethi

Yorkshire Skin Centre in Leeds is a CQC-registered medical clinic. It is led by Dr Raj Thethi who completed his core surgical training in hospitals around West Yorkshire before branching into aesthetics. Dr Raj Thethi is a Northern Territory Regional Expert for an international dermal filler company called Teoxane. He also sits on their National UK Faculty.

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