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Best Fillers to Soften “Resting Bitch Face” (RBF)

While the term RBF may be fairly new, most people know exactly what it means. For many, “resting bitch face” is a semi-angry, perpetually irritated facial expression. While some may develop this look intentionally, for others, this is simply the way their facial features are positioned when in the neutral position.

While there’s absolutely nothing wrong with RBF, it can unintentionally give off the wrong impressions. Patients with RBF who are usually happy or jovial are often accused of being unapproachable or standoffish – characteristics that are very clearly out of character. As patients get older, changing facial features can further emphasize RBF. For many patients, looking angry or unapproachable can be confidence-busting and emotionally painful.

Instead of living life being accused of being mean or unfriendly, many patients are turning to cosmetic injectable treatments, such as dermal fillers to help reduce these unwanted perceptions.

Dermal Filler Options for “Resting Bitch Face”

From improving facial volume to diminishing the appearance of wrinkles and creases, these treatments have become a go-to in aesthetic medicine. When it comes to treating RBF, dermal fillers are a natural choice. As these treatments are non-invasive and designed to make discreet but transformative changes, many patients find that the treatment is a perfect way to subtly improve overall appearance while retaining a natural look. Likewise, the non-invasive nature of these cosmetic injections means minimal recovery time is necessary. In fact, most patients are able to schedule their RBF corrections during a lunch break.

Another advantage of dermal fillers is that there is a wealth of options to choose from. Depending on what facial features are the culprit behind your form of resting bitch face, our Indian Wells cosmetic specialist may recommend one of the following filler options:

Juvéderm® Ultra XC

Do pursed lips make you look angry? You’re not alone. As lip volume diminishes and wrinkles develop, lips can begin to look thinner and more narrow. Even in a neutral resting position, this can make patients look less approachable or constantly irritated. Lip injections with Juvéderm® XC are an excellent option for replacing lost volume and filling in new wrinkles. This results in fuller, more youthful lips that look natural and happy.

Juvéderm® XC products are made from hyaluronic acid, a component naturally found in the skin capable of drawing and trapping water into itself, leaving patients with long-lasting, more natural-looking results. At Desert Med Aesthetic, we offer a diverse line of Juvéderm® products to help our patients receive a solution for their specific needs and concerns.

Juvéderm® Volbella is gentle enough to treat the delicate areas of the face, including the lips and underneath the eyes, while providing natural-looking enhancements. It is an excellent option for patients who feel their lips are too small or those with deep-set eyes, resulting in a sunken appearance. In addition, Volbella can add subtle volume and definition to the lips or brighten the under-eye area for vibrant, more rested results.

Sunken or sagging cheeks can lend to a harsh or hardened look often associated with RBF. To help patients frame their faces with soft, defined cheekbones, we offer Juvéderm® Volume XC. Due to its unique formula, this product is strong enough to discreetly lift the cheeks and fill moderate to several lines around the mouth.

Juvéderm® Vollure

Developing wrinkles around your mouth? These may also contribute to an overall RBF. Called marionette lines, these creases combined with sagging skin tissue can pull your mouth into an expressionless frown and age your overall appearance. Injections of Juvéderm® Vollure can help smooth these creases while adding important volume to the corners of the mouth – literally turning frowns upside down.

Juvéderm® Vollure may be the newest member of our Juvéderm® collection, but its results speak for themselves. Back by extensive science, the Vollure gel is a patented product comprised of cross-linking hyaluronic acid, allowing us to create gels of varying strengths and consistencies. As a result, Vollure is a reliable option for wrinkles across the face to smooth away RBF lines without interrupting natural facial movements or creating an unnaturally full effect.

Botox® for RBF

While technically not a dermal filler, neurotoxins like Botox® or Jeuveau are other excellent solutions for tackling RBF. Ideal for areas where wrinkles are caused by muscle laxity rather than diminished volume, these injectables help treat creases that appear on the forehead and contribute to a scowling appearance.

To turn your frown upside down, Botox® works by temporarily relaxing your facial muscles and providing a softer, more alert appearance. This means that instead of your facial muscles being pulled down into a harsh scowl, the muscles and skin will be lifted into the softened, more approachable look you desire.

We also offer Jeuveau as an option to fight against the appearance of RBF. Similar to Botox®, Jeuveau is a neurotoxin-based treatment that uses a purified form of the botulinum toxin to treat severe glabellar lines, also known as the elevens or the lines that sit between your eyebrows when you squint or scowl. However, unlike Botox® injections, Jeuveau stays in one location and won’t diffuse to the broader muscle tissue, making it a more precise treatment.

Find the Right Resting Bitch Face Treatment at Desert Med Aesthetics

Say good riddance to RBF by investing in dermal fillers. In Indian Wells, Dr. Doriana Cosgrove and her team offer a wealth of filler options that can be tailored to each person’s goals. To learn more about available treatment options for softening resting bitch face, be sure to contact our office or schedule your consultation online. Our mission is to provide safe, effective cosmetic procedures that help our patients achieve the best possible results.