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Nose shape & structure consultations
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At Cosmetic Connection, our nose shape and structure consultations allow you to explore non-surgical options to refine the contour, definition, and balance of your nose–whether your concerns are due to natural ageing, trauma, or your normal structure.
Our experienced medical professionals use various techniques to tailor the appearance of your nose 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.
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Why book a consultation for nose shape and structure?
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 reduce signs of ageing.
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Nose structure
Concerns about nose shape may arise from natural anatomy, trauma, or the effects of ageing. During your consultation, we can explore non-surgical approaches to refine and support nasal structure.
Nose tip
A nose tip that lacks refinement or projection, whether from natural anatomy, trauma, or normal ageing, can disrupt facial balance. During your consultation, we can explore non-surgical approaches to refine and lift your nose tip.
Depressor muscle
The depressor muscle, located between the nostrils, can cause the nose tip to droop when smiling. Treating this muscle can help prevent downward pull, maintaining a more lifted appearance.
Nose structure
Concerns about nose shape may arise from natural anatomy, trauma, or the effects of ageing. During your consultation, we can explore non-surgical approaches to refine and support nasal structure.
Nose tip
A nose tip that lacks refinement or projection, whether from natural anatomy, trauma, or normal ageing, can disrupt facial balance. During your consultation, we can explore non-surgical approaches to refine and lift your nose tip.
Depressor muscle
The depressor muscle, located between the nostrils, can cause the nose tip to droop when smiling. Treating this muscle can help prevent downward pull, maintaining a more lifted appearance.
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Your personalised consultation
Your journey starts with a private consultation where our friendly, experienced clinicians listen to your goals and assess your unique needs. We’ll explain your options clearly, including how treatments work, expected results, longevity, risks, aftercare, and costs—giving you the knowledge and confidence to make an informed decision in a supportive, trusting environment.
Your Journey
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Professional treatment & care
Once you’re ready, our skilled practitioners perform your treatment with care and precision. To ease any discomfort, we offer a range of numbing options. Your safety, comfort, and natural results are always our priority, with emergency equipment on-site and generous appointment times to ensure your treatment is never rushed.
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Your bespoke results
After your personalised treatment, we’ll provide you with detailed post-treatment care instructions to ensure a swift and smooth healing process.
To further support you, all treatments performed at Cosmetic Connection include an optional complimentary follow-up appointment and are backed by our satisfaction guarantees, ensuring your complete peace of mind.
How do non-surgical treatments reshape the nose?
There are various methods that can reshape your nose without surgery. In general, methods typically focus on changing the underlying structure, subtly lifting the overlying skin, meticulously shaping your nose to align with your preferences. It can also add projection, refinement, and a lift to your nose tip.
Occasionally, a practitioner might address the depressor septi nasi (DSN) muscle at the base of the nose. This muscle can pull the nose tip downwards when you speak or smile, making it appear droopier; preventing this ensures the nose tip maintains its desired position during facial expressions.
Treatments to reshape the nose without surgery have some key benefits:
- It’s an in-office treatment.
- Provides an immediate and fully reversible change in certain cases.
- Offers a precise option.
- Allows individuals to “try on” different nose shapes before considering permanent surgical options.
- It can be used to refine the results of previous surgical nose jobs.
What nose concerns can non-surgical options help with?
Non-surgical methods for nose reshaping can address a range of concerns individuals may have about their nose, including:
- Dorsal humps and bumps.
- Noses that lack projection or definition.
- Short noses.
- Hooked noses with a droopy tip, especially noticeable when smiling.
- Round or bulbous nose tips.
- Ski-slope noses.
- High-riding or retracted columella.
- High-riding nostrils.
- Flaring nostrils.
- Crooked, bent, and deviated noses, including when caused by trauma.
- For those who regret their previous surgical rhinoplasty and are looking to change their results without another operation.
Understanding your nose
Understanding your nose is the crucial first step when deciding if a non-surgical options align with your aesthetic goals. Generally, there are five primary regions of the nose that practitioners assess when designing a personalised treatment plan.
The area between your eyes, known as the nose bridge or radix, can be treated to increase definition and projection, subtly disguise a dorsal hump, and visually lengthen a short nose.
Treating the nasal dorsum is a common part of most non-surgical rhinoplasty procedures, to disguise a dorsal hump and adjust the overall curvature of the nose.
Treating the nose tip and supratip area lifts and refines your nose tip, while treating the tip alone can achieve a distinct ‘tinker tip’ appearance.
Treating hollow lateral walls helps to straighten the appearance of a deviated or crooked nose, and smooths the overall shape of your nose, particularly from the 45-degree (selfie) angle.
Treating the nasolabial angle helps to open up the transition from your nose to your upper lip, giving the tip a more projected appearance and subtly feminising the nose.
We can treat other areas of the nose on a case-by-case basis.
Overview of men’s nose reshaping
The nose is a defining feature of the male face, influencing overall balance. Many men don’t like things like minor bumps, dips, or asymmetry, even when these features are subtle. Non-surgical nose reshaping provides an opportunity to refine and balance the nose without making permanent changes.
Men often seek non-surgical nose reshaping to:
- Smooth bumps along the bridge
- Correct dips or uneven areas
- Refine the nasal tip for better definition
- Address asymmetry
This procedure is especially appealing to men who want natural, proportionate results rather than a dramatically altered appearance. By focusing on structure, contour, and balance, non-surgical reshaping can adjust the face in ways that are noticeable yet not overdone.
Addressing bumps and dips
Many men are concerned about small irregularities along the bridge of the nose or subtle dips that create shadowing and imbalance. Even minor imperfections can affect the perception of facial balance.
Non-surgical reshaping addresses these concerns by:
- Filling minor dips along the bridge to create a smoother, straighter line
- Softening small bumps that catch light and cast shadows
- Balancing the nasal profile
Addressing symmetry and balance
While asymmetry is normal, some people find that there nose has more visible asymmetry that they don’t like. Non-surgical reshaping potentially allows for concerns such as these to be addressed in a way that aligns with the person’s preferences.
Key advantages include:
- Aligning the tip and bridge for a straight profile
- Balancing asymmetrical sides
- Achieving subtle changes that remain unnoticeable to others
Tip refinement
The nasal tip is a focal point that significantly affects facial harmony. For men, the goal is rarely a delicate or pointed appearance; instead, it’s about structure, definition, and proportion.
Non-surgical reshaping can refine the tip to:
- Add slight lift or projection for a stronger side profile
- Soften a bulbous tip while maintaining a masculine shape
- Align the tip with the bridge for overall balance
These refinements are performed with subtlety, ensuring that changes enhance the natural angles of the face rather than creating an artificial look. The careful shaping of the tip can make the nose appear straighter, more defined, and proportionate to other features.
Reducing the appearance of a tired or aged nose
While many men seek reshaping for aesthetic reasons, subtle changes can also address features associated with ageing, such as slight drooping of the tip or loss of definition. Non-surgical approaches add structure, support, and balance, which can help reduce visible signs of ageing that affect the nose.
Benefits include:
- Improving nasal tip support for a firmer look
- Reducing shadowing from dips or irregularities
- Maintaining a masculine appearance while addressing age-related changes
Non-surgical alternatives to traditional rhinoplasty
Traditional rhinoplasty requires general anaesthesia, a lengthy recovery period, and permanent structural changes. Many men prefer a non-surgical alternative because it is:
- Minimally invasive, with no incisions or scars
- Quick, often completed in under an 30 minutes
- Adjustable over time for gradual changes
- Temporary, meaning they have an option to return to their original nose in the future
Non-surgical reshaping achieves immediate visual results while maintaining control over the degree of change. This flexibility is ideal for men who want refinement without the permanence of surgery, or for those exploring aesthetic treatments for the first time.
Suitability and consultation
Not every nose is suitable for reshaping with non-surgical techniques, but most minor concerns can be addressed. Suitable candidates are typically men who:
- Seek subtle refinements rather than a dramatic change
- Want to correct bumps, dips, or minor asymmetry
- Desire an in-office procedure with minimal downtime
- Want to try out a new nose shape without making permanent structural changes
During a consultation, the practitioner assesses the nose in relation to the entire face, including jawline, brow position, and cheek contours. This ensures that the results are balanced. A customised plan is then created, targeting specific areas of concern.
Long-term considerations and maintenance
While results are immediate, maintenance may be required to preserve the optimal appearance over time. Non-surgical reshaping offers flexibility: treatments can be repeated or adjusted as facial features change with age, allowing men to maintain a consistent result.
Men often find that small, ongoing refinements:
- Ensure the nose remains in balance with changing facial structure
- Allow for subtle updates as preferences evolve
- Preserve a natural appearance while addressing new concerns
Non-surgical nose tip lifting
How Nose Tip Lifting Works
A lifted nose tip can balance the harmony of your facial features. Treatments that support the nose tip can:
- Give the tip a lifted appearance from the side profile
- Create a more refined shape from the front
- Adjust overall nose shape and proportion
- Reduce the appearance of a droopy tip, particularly when smiling
These approaches adjust the appearance of the nose without surgery, making subtle yet noticeable changes.
Benefits of Nose Tip Enhancement
People often choose nose tip lifting for:
- A more elevated nose tip
- Subtle refinement to the tip shape
- Addressing age-related tip drooping
- Reduce asymmetry after previous nose surgery
- Achieving a more balanced and harmonious profile
This treatment is highly personalised and considers each person’s facial anatomy and goals.
Combining Nose Tip and Bridge Treatments
For a more comprehensive reshaping, nose tip lifting can be combined with changes to the nose bridge or other areas of the nose. This can:
- Increase overall balance and facial harmony
- Smooth minor concerns or unevenness
- Refine the appearance of the nose while maintaining natural features
Safety and Experience
Nose tip lifting and reshaping are advanced treatments that should only be performed by experienced cosmetic doctors. Proper assessment and technique ensures treatments are done with minimised risks and natural-looking results.
What to Expect After Nose Tip Lifting
- Subtle changes to the tip shape, projection, and overall nose balance
- Results that optimise facial harmony and profile
- Tailored outcomes, which may vary based on individual anatomy
Who Can Benefit from Nose Tip Enhancement
- Individuals with a downward-pointing or droopy tip
- Those seeking a more refined or lifted tip
- People who want to change the shape after previous nose surgery
- Anyone looking for subtle, non-surgical changes
Key Takeaways
- Non-surgical nose reshaping can lift and refine the nose tip
- Results are subtle, natural-looking, and immediate in most cases
- Treatments are personalised to suit your nose shape and goals
- Expert assessment ensures controlled risks and effective outcomes
Non-surgical vs rhinoplasty surgery
Deciding between non-surgical and surgical nose reshaping treatments is a big decision. The right option will vary from person to person, and depends on a number of factors, best discussed during an in-person consultation. However, some key things to consider when making your decision include:
You should consider how much time off is required after a procedure.
Each procedure has it’s own list of risks and side effects.
The cost of your treatment is an important factor to consider when making your decision.
Certain modalities require you to be put to sleep, while others can be done using local numbing only.
Depending on the treatment, procedure time can range from less than 20 minutes to over an hour.
Some methods may require incisions which can cause scarring.
Some options permanently change the structure of your nose, while others can be adjusted as needed.
Some methods provide temporary results that fade over time. Others make permanent structural changes to your nose.
Importantly, the appearance of your nose also changes over time, even if you’ve surgical or non-surgical reshaping procedures.
Non-surgical options can serve as a valuable ‘test run’ to experience a new nose shape before committing to permanent rhinoplasty surgery. However, there are specific cases where they are not suitable and surgery will be required to achieve the desired change for your nose.
The before and after shown here demonstrates the result of a surgical rhinoplasty (left), and the result after treating the nose with a non-surgical options (centre). The right photo is 3 years after her non-surgical treatment.
How to make your nose look smaller without surgery
To make your nose appear smaller without surgery, a holistic approach focusing on balancing your entire facial profile is often key. This involves strategically adding projection to surrounding features such as your forehead, cheeks, lips, and chin. By bringing these areas into greater harmony and proportion with your nose, its overall prominence is subtly reduced, making it appear less dominant and proportionally smaller.
Non-surgical options for Asian noses
Treating an Asian nose non-surgically has a number of important considerations. Individuals with Asian heritage most commonly present with a nose characterised by a rounder tip and a flat nose bridge.
Common goals when performing a non-surgical treatments for Asian patients are:
We can increase the definition and projection of your nose bridge.
We can add projection to the nose tip, so that it looks slimmer and lifted.
Reshaping the nose can adjust it’s appearance from both the front and side views.
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A non-surgical rhinoplasty is a cosmetic procedure that changes the appearance of the nose without surgery. There are various methods depending on your concerns and goals, however all aim to contour the nose’s shape and definition in a way that aligns with your preferences.
Determining if a non-surgical rhinoplasty is right for you involves considering your specific nasal concerns and your aesthetic goals. This procedure can improve a variety of concerns like dorsal humps, flat tips, crookedness, or droopy tips.
The cost of your non-surgical rhinoplasty in Australia depends on the complexity and extent of the treatment. This is determined during a consultation.
However, most non-surgical rhinoplasties at most clinics cost between $1100-$1800.
Deciding if a non-surgical rhinoplasty is “worth it” depends greatly on your individual goals and what you seek to achieve for your nose.
A nose tip lift is a non-surgical approach to adjust the shape and position of the nose tip. It can create a more refined, lifted appearance, and address age-related drooping.
Most people looking to refine and lift the nose tip can benefit. A consultation with an experienced cosmetic doctor determines suitability based on your anatomy and goals.
Yes, treatments can address age-related drooping by increasing tip projection and refining the overall shape.
Non-surgical nose tip lifting can create subtle changes, but it may not achieve the same results as surgical procedures for major structural adjustments.
Many people who are considering surgical nose reshaping try non-surgical methods first, allowing them to experiment with a new shape and gain reassurance before making permanent changes.
Many people considering surgical nose reshaping try non-surgical options first to preview a new shape before committing to permanent changes.
Non-surgical nose reshaping allows you to experiment with the tip’s shape and appearance, giving reassurance before making any permanent decisions.
Trying non-surgical methods first helps people test a new nose shape safely, providing insight before deciding on surgical procedures.
A non-surgical rhinoplasty should be performed by a qualified and experienced cosmetic doctor. This procedure requires a deep understanding of facial anatomy, aesthetic balance, and advanced treatment techniques to ensure both safety and optimal results.
Most individuals find a non-surgical rhinoplasty to be quite tolerable, experiencing minimal discomfort. You might feel a slight pressure or a brief stinging sensation, but significant pain is uncommon. Local anaesthetic can be used to ensure a comfortable procedure.
A non-surgical rhinoplasty uses various non-invasive methods to enhance the appearance of the nose.
The treatment works by lifting the overlying skin and reshaping the nose to better align with your aesthetic preferences. We can also add projection, refinement, and lift to the nose tip.
The results from a non-surgical rhinoplasty typically wear off over 1 to 2 years. This duration can vary based on factors such as the type of method used, how quickly your body metabolises the product, and individual lifestyle. To maintain the desired shape and projection, repeat treatments are required.
It is certainly possible to get another non-surgical rhinoplasty treatment if you feel your previous result has settled or diminished. If it’s your first treatment, sometimes the results settle more than anticipated.
Undergoing a top-up treatment can prolong the stability and longevity of your results.
Some methods used for the non-surgical rhinoplasty are reversible. It’s important to discuss the different treatment options during your consultation, so that you know whether your treatment can be reversed.
You will see an immediate change in the appearance of your nose directly after your non-surgical rhinoplasty treatment in most cases.
A non-surgical rhinoplasty is not a permanent procedure, as it uses methods that are gradually absorbed by the body over time. The results typically need maintenance every 1-2 years to sustain the desired outcome. This temporary nature allows for adjustments if your preferences change or as your face ages naturally.
Non-surgical rhinoplasty aftercare is important. Follow these steps:
- Keep the skin clean and free of makeup for 24 hours.
- Take analgesia for discomfort.
- Avoid any firm pressure until healed (this includes refraining from wearing heavy glasses where possible).
If your nose bridge has been treated, avoid wearing bulky glasses that sit on your nose bridge for 5-7 days if safe to do so. The weight of heavy glasses can disturb your result.
A non-surgical rhinoplasty is generally considered low-risk when performed with precision, the correct technique, and by an appropriately qualified and experienced cosmetic doctor. While all cosmetic treatments carry some risk, typical side effects like swelling, bruising, redness, and tenderness are usually mild and resolve quickly.
However, it’s crucial to be aware of rarer risks such as infection and skin injury. The risk of these complications significantly increases if the treatment is not performed correctly.
Why people choose Cosmetic Connection
We have implemented strict safety and hygiene protocols aligned with industry-leading standards.
Medical-grade clinical environments led by doctors and designed with your privacy, comfort and convenience in mind.
We prioritise what’s right for you. With us, you’ll receive personalised, expert advice–without any pressure or obligation to proceed with treatment.
With our standardised photography, we can plan your treatment collaboratively and comprehensively, while tracking your progress with remarkable accuracy.
When it comes to your care, we don’t subscribe to trends.
We choose our products, techniques and technologies based on quality, safety, reliability, and efficacy.
Our clinicians strive to remain up-to-date on best practice, and make no compromises on the quality of your treatment.
Receive a customised treatment package and pay your preferred way with our range of flexible payment options, including cash, card, Afterpay*, Zip Pay*, and payment plans via Total Lifestyle Credit* (*Subject to approval: required before your appointment).
Your satisfaction is one of our top priorities.
Our treatments come with a range of guarantees because we are confident in our ability to deliver.
