Juvéderm Ultra 2 is a cross-linked hyaluronic acid dermal filler from Allergan Aesthetics (AbbVie), supplied as two 0.55 mL prefilled syringes at 24 mg/mL with 0.3% lidocaine. It is the softest, most superficial member of the Juvéderm Ultra range, selected for fine perioral and facial lines and for lip contour definition rather than volume. Injection depth and technique are product-specific per the manufacturer’s labeling, and it is intended for administration by qualified medical professionals.
What is Juvéderm Ultra 2?
Juvéderm Ultra 2 is the finest, most superficial member of the Juvéderm Ultra range from Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company. Like the rest of the range it is a cross-linked hyaluronic acid gel at 24 mg/mL with 0.3% lidocaine for comfort during injection, and it is supplied as two 0.55 mL prefilled syringes — a deliberately small volume for delicate, detailed work.
Within the Ultra range the number reflects how the gel behaves, not how much hyaluronic acid it holds: all of them are 24 mg/mL, while the lower numbers are softer and placed more superficially for fine detail.
How does Juvéderm Ultra 2 compare with the rest of the Ultra range?
All three share the same 24 mg/mL hyaluronic acid concentration and 0.3% lidocaine. What changes is the gel’s firmness, the plane it is placed in and the syringe size — Ultra 2 for fine surface detail, Ultra 3 for folds and lip body, Ultra 4 for volume and projection.
| Juvéderm Ultra Smile | 24 mg/mL HA · 0.3% lidocaine · 2 × 0.55 mL · lips and perioral · lip volume, shape, vertical lip lines |
|---|---|
| Juvéderm Ultra 2 | 24 mg/mL HA · 0.3% lidocaine · 2 × 0.55 mL · superficial-to-mid dermis · fine lines, lip contour |
| Juvéderm Ultra 3 | 24 mg/mL HA · 0.3% lidocaine · 2 × 1 mL · mid-to-deep dermis · folds, lips, contour |
| Juvéderm Ultra 4 | 24 mg/mL HA · 0.3% lidocaine · 2 × 1 mL · deep dermis and deeper · volume, projection, deep folds |
What is Juvéderm Ultra 2 used for?
It is commonly selected for fine, superficial lines and delicate detail work — fine perioral lines, lines at the outer corner of the eyes, and lip contour definition rather than lip volume. The smaller 0.55 mL syringe suits treatments where only a little product is placed with precision. Injection depth, volume and technique are product-specific per the manufacturer’s labeling and are decided by the treating clinician.
Commonly selected for
- Fine perioral lines and superficial facial lines
- Lip contour and border definition rather than volume
- Delicate areas where a softer, more superficial gel is preferred
- Treatment plans needing a small, precise volume of product
Hyaluronic acid fillers work by binding water in the tissue, so results are visible immediately and soften gradually as the gel is metabolised. Duration varies with the product, the area treated, the volume placed and the individual patient.
Specifications
| Brand | Juvéderm® (Allergan Aesthetics) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Allergan — an AbbVie company |
| Range | Juvéderm Ultra |
| Active | Cross-linked hyaluronic acid, 24 mg/mL |
| Anaesthetic | Lidocaine hydrochloride, 0.3% (3 mg/mL) |
| Format | 2 × 0.55 mL prefilled syringes |
| Depth | Superficial-to-mid dermis (product-specific) |
| Areas | Fine lines · Perioral lines · Lip contour (product-specific) |
| Regulatory | CE-marked; several Juvéderm products are FDA-approved in the U.S. (product-specific by market) |
| Administration | Injectable — by a qualified medical professional only |
| Storage & handling | Store and handle per the manufacturer’s instructions for use |
Frequently asked questions
What is Juvéderm Ultra 2 used for?
It is commonly selected for fine, superficial lines — including fine perioral lines and lines at the outer corner of the eyes — and for lip contour definition rather than lip volume. Indications and technique are product-specific per the manufacturer’s labeling.
What is the difference between Juvéderm Ultra 2 and Ultra 3?
Both are 24 mg/mL cross-linked hyaluronic acid with 0.3% lidocaine. Ultra 2 is softer, comes in smaller 0.55 mL syringes and is placed in the superficial-to-mid dermis for fine detail; Ultra 3 comes in 1 mL syringes and is placed in the mid-to-deep dermis for folds and lip body.
Does Juvéderm Ultra 2 contain lidocaine?
Yes — it contains 0.3% lidocaine hydrochloride (3 mg/mL), premixed, to improve comfort during treatment.
How is Juvéderm Ultra 2 supplied?
As two 0.55 mL prefilled syringes per box, ready to use.
How should Juvéderm Ultra 2 be stored and handled?
Store and handle strictly according to the manufacturer’s instructions for use, and administer only within its intended professional setting.