At Maningas Wellness & Injectables, we’ve noticed a growing interest in specialized lip filler styles—perhaps you’ve heard of Russian Lips, Cherry Lips, or the coveted Keyhole Lips? These trending looks are all over social media and on the wish list of many Joplin patients seeking natural-looking yet IG-worthy lip enhancements. Below, we’re breaking down these lip filler trends and sharing professional insight on the results they can achieve.
1. Russian Lips
The “Russian Lips” technique is designed to create a beautifully defined Cupid’s bow and a slightly lifted upper lip, reminiscent of the classic heart shape you see in Russian matryoshka dolls. This approach generally focuses on vertical height, rather than just adding volume outward. The result is a flat side profile with sharper lip definition.
You may want to try Russian lips if…
If you want a refined, doll-like contour, Russian Lips may be an ideal technique for you. Our Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner appreciates that the Russian Lips technique can offer a pronounced shape without looking “overfilled.” However, this method (like any filler method!) requires a well-trained injector to avoid complications such as lumps, overfilling, or asymmetry.
“Russian lips” focus on a prominent cupid’s bow and a doll-like lip shape.
2. Cherry Lips
“Cherry Lips” is a technique that creates two “cherry-like” mounds in the center of your lips—one on the upper lip, one on the lower—producing a youthful, sweet-looking pout. Unlike “Russian Lips,” Cherry Lips are all about soft roundness rather than a crisp vertical height.
You may want to try cherry lips if…
Cherry Lips tend to look exceptionally plump and luscious, yet still very cute and approachable. If you have naturally smaller lips or want a youthful fullness in the center of your mouth, Cherry Lips could be a great fit. Our team at Maningas Wellness & Injectables believes that personalized technique and the skill of your injector still matter here: creating symmetrical “cherries” without an overdone, puffy appearance is part art, and part science.
“Cherry lips” round out the top and the bottom lip for a plump pout.
3. Keyhole Lips
Keyhole Lips get their name from the small gap or “keyhole” that remains visible between the upper and lower lip when you hold your mouth slightly closed. The look is typically achieved by adding extra fullness in the center of both the upper and lower lip, so there’s still a slim opening when the lips meet.
You may want to try keyhole lips if…
Keyhole Lips can be incredibly flattering for those wanting a noticeable pout without straying into “duck lip” territory. Our Joplin injectors find that this style emphasizes the center of your lips in a chic, modern way. For the best result, proper filler placement is crucial—too much filler or poor injector technique can easily eliminate the delicate gap and flatten the lips instead.
“Keyhole lips” create a small gap between the upper and lower lip.
The Importance of Working with a Medical Injector
No matter the trend—Russian Lips, Cherry Lips, or Keyhole Lips—your safest (and best-looking) bet is to partner with a medical injector who operates under the supervision of a trusted cosmetic surgeon like Dr. Talon Maningas. Here’s why:
- Safety First: Medical injectors (Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Physician Assistants, and Physicians) are highly trained professionals who understand complex facial anatomy. Their in-depth knowledge can help you avoid dangerous complications such as vascular occlusions or unwanted visible lumps.
- Personalized Approach: Trends can be fun, but your lips are unique! A skilled injector assesses factors like your natural lip shape, facial structure, and long-term goals for a custom treatment plan.
- Natural-Looking Results: The difference between “wow” and “whoa” often lies in injector expertise. We tailor filler amounts and placement to maintain harmony with the rest of your face—so you look like you, just more refreshed.
- Supervision by a Cosmetic Surgeon: Having the guidance of an ABCS board-certified cosmetic surgeon means you’re in the best possible hands. If a complication arises or you decide on additional procedures down the road, you have direct access to a full scope of cosmetic care.
Trends can be fun, but your lips are unique! Work with a skilled injector who assesses factors like your natural lip shape, facial structure, and long-term goals to create a custom treatment plan.
Why Choose Maningas Wellness & Injectables in Joplin?
As your local Joplin med spa and part of the esteemed Maningas Cosmetic Surgery practice, we specialize in artistic, medically sound lip augmentations. We’re proud to serve the Four State Area, including Northwest Arkansas, offering an elevated patient experience close to home. Our aesthetic experts and Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner work closely with Dr. Maningas to uphold our reputation for safe, precise, and tailored procedures.
- Credibility & Experience: As a physician-led medical spa, you know you’re getting treatments backed by high-level expertise.
- Advanced Techniques: We stay on top of the latest lip filler trends while maintaining tried-and-true methods for optimal results.
- Comprehensive Care: Beyond lip fillers, we offer a range of treatments at our newly rebranded Maningas Wellness & Injectables to help you look and feel your best—from injectables to esthetician services.
Contact us at 417-437-0303 or visit our website to learn more about our services, see our before-and-after galleries, and book an appointment. You can also catch up on our latest patient transformations on our Instagram!