The Juvéderm family of fillers consists of five FDA-approved injectable treatments — Volbella, Vollure, Voluma, Ultra and Ultra Plus. Each Juvéderm filler is designed to address specific facial concerns, such as smoothing lines, restoring lost volume, adding fullness, enhancing lips or contouring youthful facial shapes.
What Is Juvéderm?
Juvéderm is a dermal filler made of hyaluronic acid (HA). Hyaluronic acid is a commonly used ingredient in skin care, known for its plumping and hydrating qualities. As we age, the body’s HA levels decrease, leading to volume loss and wrinkles. Juvéderm injectables replenish HA directly into facial areas, creating immediate plumping and smoother skin. While topical HA moisturizers hydrate the surface, Juvéderm delivers volume at a deeper, structural level for more noticeable rejuvenation.
Key Qualities of Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers like Juvéderm vary based on several important properties:
- Water affinity: Water affinity describes how well the filler retains moisture. A filler with a high water affinity is often best to create plump lips.
- G Prime (elasticity/firmness): G Prime describes how the filler can retain its shape under pressure or movement. Higher G Prime filler is firmer and offers a better structure.
- HA concentration: HA concentration is the amount of HA that the filler can operate on. A higher concentration of HA will result in a thicker, more supportive filler.
- Cohesivity: Cohesivity describes how well the filler holds together or spreads after injection. Higher cohesivity means less filler migration.
Which Filler Is Right for You?
The right filler depends on your desired outcome:
- Volbella is best for treating fine lines and delicate areas like the lips and under-eye, thanks to its soft, thin consistency and low swelling.
- Vollure provides a balance between softness and support — ideal for moderate facial folds and areas that need natural movement.
- Voluma offers the most structure and lift, especially for the cheeks and chin.
- Ultra is best for lip augmentation.
- Ultra Plus XC is thicker and more volumizing for deeper lines and facial hollows.
Juvéderm Volbella
Juvéderm Volbella is the most delicate and lightweight filler in the Juvéderm range. Its unique softness makes it ideal for addressing subtle, surface-level lines. Thanks to its thinner consistency, Volbella disperses evenly, making it especially suitable for treating fine lines around the lips and gently smoothing under-eye areas. With minimal attraction to water, Volbella delivers a light volumizing effect and minimal swelling after treatment.
- Low G Prime
- Low water affinity
Juvéderm Vollure
Juvéderm Vollure balances flexibility and staying power, fitting perfectly between Volbella and Voluma in terms of consistency. Its formulation is smooth and pliable, and features a higher G Prime for added support. This filler is well-suited for deeper injections, such as addressing more pronounced folds around the mouth. Vollure is best when you want both subtle structural enhancement and the maintenance of natural facial movement.
- Medium G Prime
- Low water affinity
Juvéderm Voluma XC
Juvéderm Voluma XC features a robust, thicker texture, adding definition and support to facial features. With its high G Prime and minimal water absorption, Voluma is primarily used to enhance cheek fullness, improve the chin contour and smooth nasal irregularities. This advanced filler delivers noticeable structural results that can last up to two years.
- High G Prime
- Low water affinity
Juvéderm Ultra
Juvéderm Ultra is our preference for lip enhancements, thanks to its combination of low G Prime and high water retention. Its soft and flexible texture helps lips appear fuller and more hydrated, creating a natural, plump look.
- Low G Prime
- High water affinity
Juvéderm Ultra Plus XC
Juvéderm Ultra Plus XC has a denser, more substantial consistency compared to Ultra. This makes it especially effective for addressing deeper wrinkles and more pronounced facial hollows, delivering more noticeable results. However, because of its firmer texture, it is less suitable for softer or more delicate areas, like the lips.
- Low G Prime
- High water affinity
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve answered some of the most common questions about Juvéderm dermal fillers below, so you can feel confident and prepared for your treatment experience with L&P Aesthetics.
Results from dermal fillers typically last anywhere between six months and two years, depending on the treatment area and the type of filler you get. Areas like the lips and under-eye typically last six months to a year, while treatments for smile lines, cheeks and jawlines typically last between nine months and two years.
During treatment, you can expect a minimally invasive and relatively quick procedure that typically takes less than an hour. Before the injections, a consultation with one of our expert injectors will help determine which filler is best suited for your aesthetic goals. Your provider will apply a topical numbing agent before carefully injecting the dermal filler into targeted areas using fine needles or cannulas. Results are visible almost immediately, with some initial swelling and redness that subside within a few days.
Juvéderm fillers are safe and FDA-approved. Hyaluronic acid, the main ingredient, is naturally found in the body, which minimizes the risk of allergic reactions. However, as with any aesthetic procedure, there are potential side effects, including temporary bruising, swelling and redness. More serious but rare complications include lumps, asymmetry or vascular occlusion.
Double-board-certified facial plastic surgeons with years of experience lead our practice, providing world-class facial rejuvenation for thousands of patients. L&P Aesthetics and The iO Clinic have earned top honors in the region, including Modern Luxury’s Best of Silicon Valley Award for multiple years in a row.
Expert physicians design and supervise every Juvéderm treatment, ensuring the highest standards of safety, artistry and natural-looking results. This commitment to excellence, individual attention and award-winning reputation sets L&P apart as a premier destination for facial aesthetic care in the Bay Area.
Book Your Dermal Filler Consultation at L&P Aesthetics
Finding a provider who understands facial anatomy and the subtle differences between the Juvéderm dermal fillers will make all the difference in your injections. To see some of our gorgeous results, visit the L&P Aesthetics gallery of dermal filler before and afters.
Schedule a consultation with one of our double-board-certified facial plastic surgeons or expert aesthetic injectors today.
