Has Lindsay Lohan Had A Facelift?

Of course, what Lindsay Lohan has/hasn’t had done is nobodies business but her own…she attributes her appearance to a combination of skincare and “occasional treatments”, but for us mere mortals, what kinds of treatments might we consider if we were interested in such a huge transformation?

Broadly, there are two approaches when it comes to altering our appearance.

Surgical and non-surgical.

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Beauty, medical aesthetics & cosmetic surgery are cousins.

Related, but very different.

On one side is cosmetic surgery. It is highly invasive, carries with it huge risks, is expensive, but is highly effective and produces long-lasting results. This facelifts, BBLs and the like.

On the other side is beauty.

Low risk, low cost, short lived treatments, like lashes, brows and nails.

In the middle is medical aesthetics.

The bridge between beauty and cosmetic surgery. In the right hands, medical aesthetic treatments are highly effective, pretty costly, fairly long-lasting & potentially risky medical procedures.

We’re going to focus on the surgical approach in this blog.

There has been speculation that Lindsay has “gone under the knife”, a claim denied by her father. But that doesn’t stop the speculation!The fact is, facelifts have come a very long way in recent times.

What is a facelift?

A facelift, also known as a rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure which improves the visible signs of ageing in the face and neck. It involves lifting, pulling and tightening the skin, as well as repositioning the underlying tissues and muscles.

A facelift typically involves:

• Incisions: The surgeon makes incisions (cuts) in specific areas of the face and neck, usually starting at the temples, extending around the ears, and ending in the lower scalp. Additional incisions may be made under the chin to address neck concerns.
• Tissue Repositioning: The surgeon separates the skin from the underlying tissues, removes excess fat, and tightens the underlying muscles and connective tissues.
• Skin Redraping: The skin is then pulled back and repositioned, and any excess skin is removed.
• Suturing: The incisions are closed with sutures or skin adhesives.

Techniques like the SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) facelift target not only the skin but also the deeper muscle and connective tissue layers. This provides a more comprehensive, “natural” and long-lasting lift without patients looking like they’ve been sat in a wind tunnel. Smaller incisions are typically used, resulting in minimal scarring and faster recovery times. And when combined with other treatment modalities, like lasers to resurface and ultrasound to tighten skin and stimulate collagen production, the resulting improvement in overall skin quality leads to incredible treatment outcomes.

Do I need a facelift?

Does anyone need a facelift? Gravity, time, age and sun exposure mean that, regardless of your best endeavours, you will age and this will show up on your face.

But, if reversing the signs of ageing is your thing, a facelift can help:

• Remove sagging skin in the cheeks and jawline
• Smooth deep creases around the nose and mouth
• Tighten loose skin around the neck
• Reduce the appearance of lost facial volume

So why are facelifts having a moment?

Social media, skinny jabs, celebrity culture and better surgical techniques…in a nutshell!

There are reams of incredible transformations on social media. Once you get sucked into the rabbit hole, it’s clear that “facelift before and after” photos are like catnip to casual beauty browsers. They get clicks, likes and comments. Our obsession with looking great, youthful and smooth is not going anywhere fast.

With the recent rise of medical weightloss using GLP-1s, significant weight loss has resulted in significant facial volume loss. The consequence of this is a face that has slipped…increased jowling, hollowness, lines and wrinkles. It seems Catherine Deneuve was right when she said “At a certain age, you have to choose between your face and your ass.”

Throw in the incredible, recent transformations of celebrities like Lindsay Lohan and Christina Aguilera and “Has she had a facelift?” has become an oft-asked question.

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When combined with the improvement in surgical techniques, where many surgeons target not only the skin on the surface, but also the “deeper” tissues, there has been a significant imporvement in the effectiveness of facelift surgery, with minuscule scarring, short recovery times and really lovely, natural results.

Where previously, facelift surgery was a last resort for older people, there’s a shift towards younger women opting for facelifts in their 40s and 50s.

How much does a facelift cost?

A full facelift can cost from £10,000, but will obviously cost more if a neck lift and additional treatments are included. So it’s not an insignificant investment. And it won’t be the preferred option for most.

It's important to note that a facelift is a surgical procedure with potential risks and complications. It's essential to consult with a qualified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and determine if a facelift is the right choice for you.