AngelLift® DermaStrips and lip fillers take two very different routes to the same goal: a smoother, fuller-looking lip area. Lip fillers inject a gel such as hyaluronic acid directly into the lips to add volume. DermaStrips are FDA-registered Class I cosmetic devices worn between the lips and gums for 30 minutes a day, lifting the skin around the mouth from beneath to improve the appearance of lip lines and lip shape, with no needles. Visible results come within 30 days.
AngelLift DermaStrips work from inside the mouth. The strip sits between the upper lip and gums (or the lower lip and gums for marionette lines, never both at once) and applies a gentle, steady outward lift to the tissue behind the lip. Worn 30 minutes a day, that lift improves the appearance of vertical lip lines and gives the lips a fuller, more defined look. The Vermilion strength (.039N) is designed specifically for a vertical lip lift plus natural-looking volume.
In contrast, lip fillers are injectable substances that are used to add volume and shape to the lips. Common types of lip fillers include hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxylapatite, and poly-L-lactic acid. These substances are injected directly into the lips, adding volume and plumping the lips to create a fuller, more defined appearance. Results typically last several months before the treatment needs to be repeated.
One of the main differences between AngelLift and lip fillers is the potential risks and side effects associated with their use. Lip fillers are injectable substances, and as such, they carry the potential risks associated with injections, such as pain, swelling, bruising, and infection. In some cases, lip fillers can cause allergic reactions or other adverse effects.
DermaStrips involve no injections and nothing is added to the skin, so they do not carry those injection-related risks. The device is FDA-registered as a Class I cosmetic device and patented in the US, and an independent clinical study found statistically significant improvements in the appearance of wrinkles around the mouth from baseline at Day 30 post-treatment. You can see what that looks like on our 30-day results page. If you have sensitive gums or a smaller mouth, the gentler Original strength (.024N) is the recommended starting point.
Another difference between AngelLift and lip fillers is their cost. Lip fillers are generally more expensive than AngelLift, as they require the services of a trained professional, the injectable product itself, and repeat appointments to maintain the result. In contrast, DermaStrips are a one-time purchase from $79.99 to $159.99 depending on strength, used at home, backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee, with no subscriptions or auto-shipments.
In conclusion, AngelLift and lip fillers are two different methods for enhancing the appearance of the lips. Fillers add volume by injection; DermaStrips lift the lip area from beneath with a daily 30-minute routine and no needles. For a fuller side-by-side comparison, see our DermaStrips vs filler guide, or take the 30-second strength quiz to find the right strength to start with.