NOT ready to commit to forking out hundreds or are scared of needles?
Then one beauty buff has come to rescue with an alternative to lip filler after only being able to afford the popular treatment once.
Make-up enthusiast Abigail Feehley was forced to find a purse-friendly way to give her pout a more plump appearance, as she couldn’t afford the upkeep.
The young woman, who’d used her work bonus to fund the first syringe of filler, instantly fell in love with the volume in her lips – however, she’s since come across a non-invasive method that also costs just pennies.
The secret behind juicy lips? Turns out, it’s most likely already in your skincare routine – hyaluronic acid.
Loved and used by millions across the world, hyaluronic acid is the natural substance that caused the trend for active-ingredient skincare to really kick off.
Known as a humectant, this skincare miracle is able to hold a thousand times its weight in water.
This means that when applied topically to the skin, hyaluronic acid can draw water in from the atmosphere surrounding the face, truly locking them into the deeper layer.
Not only will it leave the complexion radiant and hydrated, but the skin’s barrier will also be protected from exposure to free radicals, including harsh UV rays and pollution.
Pout of control
However, according to Abigail, as well as experts in the field, this serum also works wonders for your lips.
As explained by the industry gurus at Procoal London, our lips are prone to losing moisture throughout the day – and this is where hyaluronic acid comes into play.
By dabbing some of the serum onto your pout, you are essentially drawing moisture into your lips and locking it into place – and this, in turn, results in softer, smoother, hydrated lips.
What’s more, beauty buffs may also find that their lips feel and look plumped thanks to the collagen boosting results of .
Although hyaluronic acid will not give you the same results as lip filler, it’s a great alternative to those looking to slash the costs or simply if you prefer to avoid using injectables.
Raving about the non-invasive method, Abigail (@abigailfeehls) said in her video that the serum was ”clinically proven to plump them”.
Running low on your favourite hyaluronic acid? The high street is full of different options, whatever your budget.
Superdrug’s Me + Hyaluronic Acid Booster, 100ml, is selling for £14.99, whilst rival Boots are offering Boots Ingredients Hyaluronic Acid Serum, 30ml, for £5.
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To give your lips a filler look without the needles – and the costs – simply apply a little bit of the serum onto your pout and complete the makeover with lip balm to ensure the moisture is locked in.
”It’s so impressive! I do think that I want to get lip filler again but I’m gonna wait a while and continue this routine and see if I can avoid doing that.”
Since being shared on the popular platform, Abigail’s video has gone viral, winning the beaut buff a whopping 2million views.
I love the plump!
Social media user
Hundreds of social media users flocked to comments to share their thoughts, with one thanking the young woman.
”This is amazing to know with not being able to get filler due to allergies!!!”
”Yep, I’m ordering,” a second had also been influenced.
”HA is what is used in fillers so this makes sense! I’m also sadly allergic to HA so only lip flips for me,” a third chimed in.
”I love the plump!” someone else couldn’t believe the difference.