The Hip dips, also called hollows hips, or also violon hips, refer to a natural depression located on the side of the hips, just below the hip bone. This is a physical characteristic that many people have due to their bone structure and the distribution of body fat. Although this appearance is totally normal and natural, some people may be bothered by their hip dips and wish to correct or reduce them.
In aesthetic-oriented medicine, several non-invasive and effective solutions are offered to fill hip dips and thus improve the appearance of the hips, without surgery.
Hip dips, also called hip hollows or hollow hips, are natural indentations located between the hips and the upper thighs, often visible even in slim people. Although totally normal, some patients look for solutions to obtain a more ‘smooth’ silhouette and harmonious curves. It is now possible to correct hip dips without surgery, with the help
with injections of hyaluronic acid, Sculptra, and non-invasive body contouring techniques, including cryolipolysis. These treatments make it possible to fill the hollows, reshape the hips and obtain a contoured and feminine silhouette, with natural and long-lasting results.
Hip dips are mainly due to anatomical factors, particularly the structure of the pelvis and the distribution of body fat.
The main causes of their appearance are :
• Bone structure : the shape of the pelvic bones largely determines the appearance of hip dips. In some people, the space between the hip bone and the femur is more hollow, which creates a depression in this area.
• Fat distribution : the distribution of fat around the hips also plays a role. Some people have less fat in this area, which makes hip dips more visible.
• Musculature : the musculature of the buttocks and thighs also influences the appearance of hip dips. Poor muscle development can accentuate these hollows.
• Heredity : as with many physical characteristics, hip dips can be hereditary. If several members of your family have them, there is a high chance that you will also have them.
If some people fully accept them, others wish to reduce hip dips to obtain a more harmonious silhouette. Several non-invasive treatments make it possible to fill these hollows without resorting to surgery.
These methods are safe, not very painful and require little or no recovery time, which makes them attractive for patients who want a quick and effective solution.
One of the most popular solutions for treating hip dips is the injection of hyaluronic acid for the body : Hyacorp. This non-invasive treatment is increasingly used to give volume to areas of the body that do not have it.
Hyacorp is injected into hip dips to restore the missing volume and fill the hollows. This non-surgical treatment gives immediate and natural results.
This procedure is quick, not very painful and does not cause any downtime. Hyaluronic acid is a product naturally present in the body, it is well tolerated.
The results are visible immediately after the session, with progressive improvement over the following days. They generally last between 12 and 18 months, depending on the patient’s metabolism and lifestyle.
Sculptra is a product that stimulates the production of collagen in the skin and subcutaneous tissues. It is often used to firm the skin and restore volume to certain areas of the body, including hip dips.
Sculptra contains poly-L-lactic acid, a biocompatible component which, once injected, gradually stimulates the production of natural collagen. This continuous production makes it possible to fill the hollows at the level of the hips while strengthening the skin structure.
Unlike classic fillers that give immediate volume, Sculptra acts progressively. The result is more natural and long-lasting, with an effect that can last up to two years.
The presence of love handles can worsen the hollow of hip dips. Reducing love handles through cryolipolysis therefore improves hip dips.
The cryolipolysis is a non-invasive technique that uses cold to target and eliminate fat cells in a long-lasting way.
Depending on the extent of the fat bulges, one to three sessions are necessary. The first results are visible one month after the procedure, the final results three months later. The results are definitive.
Although aesthetic-oriented medicine techniques are effective in filling hip dips, some people prefer to try to reduce these hollows naturally, by performing targeted muscle-strengthening exercises.
Exercises that strengthen the gluteal and hip muscles can help improve these hollows. Among the most effective exercises are squats, lunges, glute bridges and hip abduction exercises.
Muscle training helps to firm the muscles around the hips and can, in some cases, visually reduce the appearance of hip dips.
In aesthetic-oriented medicine there are non-invasive and effective solutions to correct hip dips in a natural and risk-free way. The main advantages of these techniques are :
• Speed of results : the results of injections are immediate or almost immediate, which allows patients to quickly notice an improvement in their silhouette.
• No recovery period : unlike surgical solutions, injections do not require downtime. Usual activities can be resumed immediately after the session.
• Natural results : non-invasive treatments make it possible to reduce hip dips in a progressive and harmonious way, without altering the natural appearance of the silhouette or giving the impression of an artificial modification.
• Personalization : the treatment can be personalized according to the patient’s needs in order to obtain a tailor-made result.
The price of hip dip correction in Geneva depends on the chosen method and the amount of product required to achieve a balanced, harmonious result. When reshaping is performed using hyaluronic acid injections (Hyacorp), the price is 300 CHF per syringe. Several syringes may be needed depending on the patient’s morphology.
If the protocol includes Sculptra — known for its ability to stimulate collagen production and gradually restore volume — the cost is 900 CHF per vial. The number of vials needed depends on the depth of the hollow.
Cryolipolysis may also be proposed as a complementary or preparatory option, in certain cases, and is priced at 500 CHF per session. It can help refine body contours before or after volume restoration.
A detailed quote is provided during the consultation, based on the patient’s aesthetic goals and individual anatomy.
Hip dips, or “hip hollows”, are mainly determined by the bony structure of the pelvis and the way muscle and fat are distributed around it. These characteristics are largely influenced by genetics. Thus, the presence and visibility of hip dips depend more on your anatomy than on your muscle mass.
The choice to treat hip dips depends on personal aesthetic preferences and individual anatomy. A consultation with a doctor will make it possible to evaluate the patient’s morphology, their expectations and to determine whether a treatment is appropriate.
Injections of hyaluronic acid to fill hip dips are generally well tolerated. A local anesthetic or a numbing cream is often applied for the patient’s comfort during the procedure. Patients may feel slight pressure or temporary discomfort at the injection site.
Yes, asymmetries of hip dips can be corrected thanks to targeted injections of hyaluronic acid or other fillers. These treatments make it possible to harmonize the contours of the hips by filling the hollows in a precise way.
Non-invasive treatments, such as injections of hyaluronic acid, can significantly reduce the appearance of hip dips. However, the degree of correction depends on individual anatomy and the patient’s expectations. In some cases, several sessions may be necessary to obtain the desired result.
