One Year After My Facelift: The Honest Recovery Story

One year ago, I did something I never thought I would do. I had a deep plane facelift, an endoscopic brow lift, laser work around my eyes and mouth, and more - and I shared the entire journey with you on Instagram in real time. But what I didn't fully share there… was how hard it actually was. We see so many facelift journeys, plastic surgery recoveries, and "after" photos online that make it all look simple, quick, and almost effortless. And for some people, maybe it is. For me? It was not. It was emotional, humbling, uncomfortable, and at times, I questioned every decision I had made. And that's exactly why I'm sharing this now. If you're considering a facelift, wondering about facelift recovery, curious about deep plane facelift results, or trying to decide between injectables vs surgery as you age — this episode is for you. I'm sharing what I had done, why I chose surgery at 59, what I wish I had known before, what recovery really looked like (mentally and physically), and the things I would absolutely do differently if I had to do it again. This is not a glamorized version of plastic surgery. This is the honest version. I talk about: Why I chose a deep plane facelift over fillers and Botox The emotional side of recovery no one talks about What surprised me the most after surgery The mental toll of healing when you can't move, exercise, or be outside The importance of having real help during facelift recovery The skincare, lymphatic massage, and healing process that made a difference And how I truly feel now, one year later If you're researching facelift recovery tips, post-surgery skincare, how to prepare for a facelift, or simply want to hear a real woman's honest experience at almost 60, I hope this helps you feel less alone and more informed. Because this is a very personal decision. And it should be made for you, with eyes wide open. A list of the products I use post facelift