Women & Men

Lip flip

Summary

Provided by our trusted team in a clinical setting.

Recommendations made with your comfort and recovery time in mind.

Results aligned with your preferences.

Plans that prioritise ongoing supportive care.

Start your journey
Confidential & Obligation-Free

At Cosmetic Connection, our lip flip consultations allow you to explore non-surgical options to refine the shape of your lips and minimise lip thinning when smiling—without adding volume.

Our experienced medical professionals use various techniques to tailor the appearance of your lips to your personal preferences. During your consultation, we’ll review your goals, outline potential risks, and explain the range of possible outcomes based on your individual assessment.

If you’re ready to move forward, contact our team for a free suitability assessment, or schedule a confidential consultation.

Start your booking process by providing us some details

    By proceeding, you are agreeing to the privacy policy & terms & conditions

    As seen in

    • The Daily Telegraph logo in bold black letters with The in a smaller font above Daily.
    • Line art of two faces with dotted lines indicating cosmetic enhancements: one with a bun and syringe, the other with hair down and markings. The word Cosmechix is below the illustrations.
    • The image shows bold, black text on a white background that reads BEAUTY SPACE.
    • The image displays the word WIN in bold, black letters on a white background.
    • Black logo with the text nova in bold, lowercase letters. The o and a are connected by a continuous line that creates a unique, stylized design.
    • Logo of news.com.au featuring the text news.com.au in bold black letters with a circle comprised of square and triangular shapes to the left.
    • Bold black text spells Mamma Mia with an exclamation mark, with the unique typography featuring uneven letter heights and stylized characters.
    • Daily Mail Australia logo featuring the words Daily Mail in black, stylized font followed by Australia in standard font.
    • costhetics-logo
    • phalloboards_logo
    • wavefm_logo
    • The words Herald Sun are written in large, bold, black serif font on a light gray background.
    • The KIIS 1065 radio station logo features bold black text reading KIIS above 1065, all enclosed in the outline of lips.

    Why book a consultation for a lip flip?

    A consultation with our experienced clinicians helps you understand your options and choose the approach best suited to your preferences. You’ll receive clear guidance tailored to your individual needs.

    Professional Guidance

    Learn which non-surgical options are suitable for your personal aesthetic concerns.

    Personalised Plan

    Receive recommendations customised to your goals and lifestyle.

    Tailored Improvement, Without Permanent Commitment

    Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with tailored and non-permanent changes.

    Holistic Approach

    Can be integrated into a holistic non-surgical plan to balance facial features and refresh your appearance.

    Treatment info

    Treatment objectives

    Our comprehensive consultations allow you to explore non-surgical lip flip treatments that may help with:

    • Subtly increasing lip height
    • Minimising top lip thinning and reducing visible gum tissue when smiling
    • Harmonising your smile to better suit your overall facial features.
    • Refining the natural position of your upper lip when smiling.

    If you’re seeking fuller lips, explore our treatments for lip volume.

    Suitability

    An important part of your consultation is determining whether lip flip treatments are appropriate for you.

    Suitable candidates typically:

    • Have realistic expectations about the results, risks, and limitations.
    • Prefer natural-looking refinements without surgery.

    Once suitability is determined, we personalise each plan to your individual goals. To find out if lip flip treatments are right for you, book a consultation with our experienced clinicians.

    Preparation

    For the best treatment experience and to help minimise side effects, please follow these general preparation guidelines:

    • Ensure your skin is free of all makeup immediately before your appointment.
    • Avoid consuming alcohol for at least 24 hours prior to your appointment to reduce the risk of bruising.
    • To avoid feeling lightheaded, we recommend drinking plenty of water and having a light meal before your appointment.

    Aftercare

    After treatment, follow these general steps to support healing:

    • Avoid alcohol, smoking and intense exercise for 24 hours.
    • Gently apply a wrapped cold pack to the treated areas to minimise swelling and bruising for 20 minutes every hour.
    • Refrain from applying pressure to the treated areas until healed.

    Your clinician may recommend additional aftercare measures, which will be explained to you during your consultation.

    Results

    Results from non-surgical lip flip treatments are usually visible shortly after the procedure. The changes you notice will depend on your personalised plan, but we always aim to align outcomes with your preferences, expectations, and goals.

    The longevity of your results depends on the treatment method, and factors such as skin type, lifestyle, and metabolism.

    Over time, changes gradually fade as the treatment is absorbed by the body. To maintain your results, repeat treatments may be required, and can be discussed as an option during your consultation.

    The Undetectable Standard™

    Patient-specific results shown: outcomes may vary.

    Close-up of a persons mouth showing teeth in two images, one above the other. The top image displays teeth before a dental procedure, and the bottom image shows brighter, more aligned teeth after treatment.

    Sensitive content

    Before and after a lip flip.

    Our clinicians offer a range of options to tailor the appearance of your lips to your preferences. Schedule a consultation for personalised recommendations.

    Confidential & Obligation-Free
    A minimalistic graphic with a beige background features a large, centered letter C in white, above a short horizontal line.
    A woman with long blonde hair and blue eyes is resting her chin on her hand. She is wearing a sleeveless top and is looking softly at the camera against a neutral background.

    Your Experience

    Step 1 of 4

    See if you're suitable

    Start by sharing a few photos and your goals with us online. Our clinicians will assess your suitability and provide general guidance, information on what’s involved, and what you can expect.

    Your Experience

    Step 2 of 4

    Plan your treatment

    Meet with an experienced clinician to personalise your treatment.

    They’ll explain the treatment and what to expect, giving you the confidence to make the decision that’s right for you.

    Your Experience

    Step 3 of 4

    Refine your look

    Your treatment is performed with care and precision.

    We prioritise your comfort with numbing, keep emergency equipment on-site for safety, and allow generous appointment times so your treatment is never rushed.

    Your Experience

    Step 4 of 4

    Enjoy natural-looking results

    After your treatment, we provide clear post-care instructions, so you can enjoy your results and get back to your day.

    All treatments include an optional complimentary follow-up, and are backed by our satisfaction guarantees for complete peace of mind.

    Why discerning people trust Cosmetic Connection

    We move beyond “beauty retail” to provide a doctor-led environment. Our focus is on thoughtful, measured assessments, and calculated clinical plans rather than a sales pitch, ensuring your treatment is guided by medical expertise and mutual respect.

    Identify your clinical path before you enter the clinic. Our digital triage process evaluates your anatomical baseline, providing an intelligent first step and a personalised clinical path that replaces the “aesthetic gamble” of a vague “discovery session” with clear, expert guidance.

    We respect that your hesitation is a sign of intelligence. This in-clinic consultation serves to confirm your digital roadmap in person. It is a private space to finalise your clinical plan and proceed with treatment only once you are completely certain.

    We replace guesswork with calculation. By assessing your unique Anatomy, the Aetiology (biological drivers) of your concerns, and your Goals, we ensure every intervention is biologically appropriate and structurally sound.

    To maintain clinical integrity, we removed the incentive for over-treatment. Our transparent flat-fee pricing ensures your clinician is motivated by your anatomical outcome—not by the amount of product used.

    Achieve Identity Alignment™ through clinical restraint. By applying the 90/10 Rule, we refine your appearance while protecting your natural character, ensuring your result withstands the closest social scrutiny.

    Book your obligation-free appointment today

      Have questions? We're here to help.

      Get in touch and we’ll get back to you with the answers you’re looking for.

      A lip flip is a non-invasive cosmetic treatment that may help to reduce lip thinning, creating a fuller, more balanced appearance without changing the natural volume of your lips.

      A lip flip works in various ways depending on the approach used. Some methods relax the obicularis oris muscle of your upper and lower lips. This aims to reduce the tension applied to your lips, giving them a fuller appearance without changing the volume. It also reduces top lip thinning when smiling. Others focus on reenforcing the intrinsic structure of your lips.

      A lip flip changes the appearance of your lips by relaxing the lip muscles or supporting lip structure, which reduces the appearance of thinning when you smile.

      Treatments for lip volume, on the other hand, increase the physical fullness of the lips. These treatments make the lips plumper and can change the overall size and projection of the lips.

      Yes, a lip flip can be performed at the same time as treatments that increase lip volume.

      A lip flip is an option for people with the following concerns:

      • Have a small top or bottom lip
      • Notice your lips look thin when you smile
      • Are interested in treatments for lip volume, but want to try a conservative option first
      • Want a slightly fuller look without adding lip volume

      Suitability is subject to an in person consultation.

      Yes, a lip flip is not just for treating the top lip. It can treat your bottom lip with the aim of increasing its vertical height.

      The cost of a lip flip varies depending on your individual needs, which can only be determined after an assessment. If you’d like pricing information, you can:

      A lip flip typically involves that targeted application of specific treatments to the top (and sometimes bottom) lip.

      Depending on the treatment methods, a lip flip may take 2-20 minutes.

      People’s experiences of discomfort vary, but most report only mild, brief discomfort with a lip flip.

      Most treatments involve the use of numbing to minimise discomfort.

      The time it takes to see results from a lip flip depends on the approach used, however most methods give the full effect in days to weeks.

      The longevity of a lip flip depends on the specific details of the treatment, but most people find the effects fade over a few months.

      After a lip flip, your lips will appear subtly fuller with a more defined shape. Mild swelling or tenderness may occur but usually settles within a day.

      A lip flip is a low-risk, minimally invasive treatment. Side effects are usually mild and temporary, and include slight redness and swelling. Other risks are rare, and include issues like infections.

      The risks of a lip flip are minimal and usually temporary, including slight swelling, redness, or mild bruising. Rarely, some may experience uneven movement or a subtle asymmetry while the lips settle. Other remote risks include infections.

      Some methods for flipping the lip may slightly reduce muscle movement for a short period. This may be experienced as slight difficulty pursing the lips. Normal lip function returns as the treatment wears off.

      Looking for a lip flip consultation near you?

      At Cosmetic Connection, our experienced doctor-led team are here to provide your personalised lip flip consultation in St Leonards, NSW and Toorak, VIC.

      Ready to take the first step towards the Undetectable Standard™? Start your online suitability assessment, or call us on 1300 322 346.

      Confidential & Obligation-Free

      Professional Affiliations

      • Logo of the European College of Aesthetic Medicine & Surgery, featuring the acronym ECAMS in bold, stylized letters.
      • Logo of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine (ACCSM). The text is styled with ACCSM in large font above and Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine below in smaller font.
      • Logo of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M), featuring a bold, stylized A4M in a square frame on the left and the full name of the organization in uppercase letters on the right.