Carmella Gets Botox Lip Flip, Loses Lip Movement
Former WWE star Carmella says the cosmetic procedure has left her unable to move her upper lip for four months.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Beauty
Carmella underwent a Botox lip flip procedure, placing Botox in her upper lip to lift it, and said she cannot move the lip properly. She stated the effect cannot be reversed with filler dissolving and that she must wait four months for movement to return.
Why it matters
The account offers a firsthand look at the temporary functional side effects of a cosmetic lip procedure that has grown popular among people seeking a subtle lift. Carmella said she pursued the treatment at nearly 39 years old, highlighting how cosmetic choices are being made in midlife.
Carmella reported that the upper-lip Botox injection leaves her unable to move the lip for four months, a duration she gave from her own experience rather than a clinical study. The account does not include data on how common this outcome is among patients receiving lip flip injections.
The players
Carmella
Carmella is a former WWE professional wrestler who spent 12 years with the company and has discussed her cosmetic procedure and recovery publicly on her Hot Mom Sh*t podcast.
The details
Carmella described the treatment on her Hot Mom Sh*t podcast, saying Botox was placed in the upper lip to lift it. She said the loss of movement cannot be reversed by dissolving filler and that she will have to wait for it to return.
Timeline
March 2023: Carmella stepped away from WWE to have her first child.
February 2025: WWE let Carmella's contract expire.
Four months after the procedure: Carmella expects upper lip movement to return.
Beauty Trend Context
The lip flip has gained popularity as a less dramatic option than traditional lip filler, using Botox to relax muscles that cause the upper lip to curl and appear fuller. Carmella's account shows that the temporary loss of lip movement is one outcome patients may experience with the treatment.
Anyone considering a Botox lip flip should expect that the upper lip may not move for several months after treatment. Filler cannot reverse the effect, so the recovery period should be factored into any decision.
The takeaway
Cosmetic procedures carry temporary functional effects that may not be reversible on demand, so understanding the recovery timeline before treatment helps set realistic expectations.
Further reading
Explore more beauty trends and cosmetic procedures for context on treatments like the lip flip.
