Gone are the days when facelifts were reserved for the ageing wealthy. Now, a growing number of younger celebrities are choosing to go under the knife. A facelift, medically known as a rhytidectomy, is a cosmetic procedure that lifts and tightens facial tissues for a smoother appearance. In the UK, costs range from a few thousand pounds for a mini facelift to £45,000 for a full face and neck operation. Once a hush-hush treatment, it has gained transparency as more stars openly discuss their experiences.
Yazmin Oukhellou
Earlier this month, TOWIE star Yazmin Oukhellou, 31, admitted to having a facelift. She shared a painful recovery photo on Instagram after surgery in Turkey. Yazmin revealed she had undergone facial lifts and liposuction, emphasizing she was not promoting surgery but being honest with fans. She wrote, '3 days post-op… swollen, bruised and sore, but trusting the process.' She added, 'I've been going to @serenecosmetic_ in Istanbul for the past 8 years — the only place I trust.' She stressed the importance of research and not rushing into decisions.
Hannah Elizabeth
Earlier this year, former Love Island star Hannah Elizabeth, 35, showcased her facelift and neck liposuction results on Instagram. After surgery in Istanbul, she shared, 'I'm still really swollen but I lit feel like a doll. How is this 2 days post?!!!!! My surgeon is magic.' Hannah has spent over £100,000 on cosmetic procedures, including a Bratz Doll facial surgery, nose job, boob job, and BBL.
Katherine Ryan
Comedian Katherine Ryan, 42, revealed she had a full facelift to 'reclaim her identity' after six pregnancies in five years. The £16,000 procedure included fat transfer and eyelid surgery. She said, 'Almost metaphorically I needed to do something, to reclaim my identity, to reclaim my autonomy.' She had surgery with Dr Nick Rhodes at Coppergate Clinic in York, experiencing zero pain post-op.
Jennie Garth
Actress Jennie Garth, 54, disclosed she had plastic surgery at 24 due to body image issues while starring on Beverly Hills, 90210. She wrote in her memoir, 'I never imagined that stepping into a character's shoes would start to define how I saw my own reflection.' She had a breast augmentation and liposuction, influenced by 90s beauty standards.
Ashley Stobart
Entrepreneur Ashley Stobart, 34, had a facelift after 'years of filler abuse' left her looking unrecognizable. She underwent a nine-hour full face, neck, and lip lift to remove filler. She now warns young women against excessive filler, saying, 'It's all about learning… please, please, please don't get filler.'
Katie Price
In 2017, Katie Price, then 39, had a 'Silhouette Face Lift' costing £5,000. She later claimed it was botched and had corrective surgery. As of 2026, she has reportedly undergone six facelifts.
