“The Best for the Best”
At Sharief Aesthetics, that isn’t just a slogan. It is the standard we live by. And sometimes, upholding that standard means going to great lengths—literally.
Most professionals look for the most accessible training. They look for the course down the street or the webinar they can watch from comfort.
But true excellence is rarely found on the convenient path.
I was in Cairo on December 24th. After a busy season, the easy choice would have been to fly straight home to Halifax to relax. Instead, on January 7th, I flew to London. From there, I drove another two hours south to Southampton.
Why add thousands of miles and hours of travel to an already grueling schedule?
Because Natalie Page is in Southampton. And when you want to master the sharpest, most architectural lip technique in the world, you don’t settle for a copycat. You go to the source.
A Legacy of Standards: 30 Years in the Maritimes
I moved to Halifax in 1995. Between my time here and my years in Fredericton, I have spent over three decades serving the people of the Maritimes.
In 30 years, I have seen countless trends come and go. I do not jump on bandwagons easily.
This journey wasn’t a solo mission. I traveled with my daughters, who worked alongside me in the clinic during this trip. For me, passing down these standards is personal. We don’t just teach “techniques”—we teach the value of going the extra mile.
I traveled to the UK because I was looking for something specific: vector physics and “flat profile” architecture.
Introducing: The Vertical Vector Lip™ (VVL)
While the industry often labels high-definition lips as “Russian Lips,” I found that term didn’t fully explain the medical precision required to do it safely.
I call my adapted technique the VVL™ (Vertical Vector Lip).
Unlike standard filler that pushes the lip out (creating the dreaded “duck” profile), the VVL technique uses advanced physics to elevate the tissue up.
- The Vertical Lift: We create height at the Cupid’s bow while keeping the side profile completely flat.
- High Definition: The borders are crisp and architectural, creating a heart-shaped contour that doesn’t look puffy.
- The “Smarter” Difference: We combine this vector technique with premium Canadian structural fillers to ensure the result is not just beautiful, but stable.
The Value of Longevity
In the UK, the trend often utilizes softer fillers. I respect that choice—it works for their local market. However, our philosophy at Sharief Aesthetics is different.
We apply the VVL technique using premium, structural Canadian-approved fillers.
Why? Because we believe in respecting your investment.
We are all aware of the current economic climate. The last thing a client needs is a treatment that looks great for a moment but fades quickly, leading to a never-ending cycle of “top-ups” and extra costs.
By using a product with greater structural integrity, our goal is longevity. It is about doing it right, doing it once, and letting you enjoy the result for as long as possible. That is what we call “Smarter Aesthetics”.
The Standard of Integrity
There is one final, crucial detail: The VVL is not a one-size-fits-all solution.
“The Best for the Best” also means offering the best advice. This specific shape requires a specific natural anatomy to work correctly.
Whether you are consulting with Dr. Sharief or one of his highly trained medical delegates, the standard remains identical.
We view integrity as the most important part of the medical process.
If your natural lip shape isn’t a candidate for this specific technique, we will tell you. Dr. Sharief
and his team would rather offer you a different approach that harmonizes with your features
than sell you a promise we cannot ethically deliver.
What the brand promises, the team delivers.
We traveled the distance to master the technique. We selected the products to maximize the value. Now, the Sharief Aesthetics team is ready to see if this approach is right for you.
We are now accepting consultations for the VVL™.
Acknowledgement: The Vertical Vector Lip™ (VVL) is Dr. Sharief’s advanced medical adaptation of the ‘Russian Contour’ method originally developed by Natalie Page (UK).
