i respect you so much for being transparent about surgery, wish more people would be so we could all be well informed. You look amazing !!!! So happy for you XXX
I am SO grateful to you for sharing your experience and photos!!! You have no idea! I'm 56 and am getting a similar face/neck lift in May. I have been very nervous about it. This was incredibly helpful to me with what to expect afterwards with healing etc. I love your content!! Your surgery turned out great and you look amazing!
Very helpful indeed. I just recently found Penn's videos. I Love how Real & honest she is, and she doesn't look like a completely different person. Beautiful before and after. Good luck with your procedure in May. 56 here too... Petrified to make a decision. Consulted with 3 different Docs; all had different plans, which included several procedures. Apparently I need A LOT of Surgery 🤣 This neck & Jowls tho! Grateful for these videos & comments as well.
Thanks so much for sharing! One of the biggest problems with cosmetic procedures is managing expectations. I think it’s really helpful for everyone to see what the whole journey looks like! Thanks Penn! ❤️
@@PENNSMITHSKINCARE Can I ask if the micro current treatment and infrared treatment on your neck worked at all? (the trial you started 1 year ago for saggy neck, I can’t find any results on this)
Blepharplasty - best thing I’ve ever done! My only regret is that I didn’t have it done years earlier. Pre-surgery I always looked tired and people would ask if I was “okay?” (meaning I looked grumpy, mad, or generally unhappy). No eye makeup ‘tricks’ really made much of a difference. I had a 40 minute procedure with just local anesthesia at the site. I took 2 weeks off work until the sutures were removed - did look a bit swollen and bruised under my eyes for 5 or 6 days but had good instructions how to manage that - it wasn’t as bad as I had expected actually. The price was more reasonable than I had expected as well. Since it is hereditary in my family (both parents) all my siblings are on-board with getting the procedure done as well, largely due to the good outcome I had. I am happy to tell people that I had the procedure done because I think the stigma about openly talking about procedures we’ve had keeps others in the dark who would perhaps like to have something similar done. I definitely agree that information and expectations are important - my scars are a bit more visible to me than I would have liked, plus I have some hypervascularity (purplish lids), but on balance these are small things compared to the overall improvement I’ve experienced (plus I can use concealer/eye shadow as necessary).
Thank you so much for sharing! I agree, we should be talking about this, sharing info not hiding it! I’m so glad you’re happy with your outcome-and I understand what you’re saying about the scars and the hypervascularity-the trade off is worth it ❤️
I would love to see your before and after too! I’ve been considering this for myself in the future because things are already getting saggy now and I’m only 38. Wondering if it’s better to do now or to wait until it get really bad?
@@CurlyoginiWellness I'd say that I 'needed it' by my mid-late 40's but unfortunately waited until my mid 50's to get it done because I was a little apprehensive - thought it was a big expensive procedure. In retrospect I wish I had avoided feeling self-conscious about my eyes for several years by having it done earlier - so I guess your decision may depend on how self-conscious you are about it and what a medical consultant can tell you about the pros and cons of waiting. If I require an additional procedure to tighten things up again down the road I'll have it. My father had blepharplasty at 70 and a couple of years later had an eyebrow lift - so there is more than just one procedure to consider if necessary, depending on what the exact issue is. I hope this is helpful.
You are so great! I’m so glad that you are happy with your eyes! Isn’t it funny how big a difference a little thing can do?! As for them not lasting forever, as someone mentioned, nothing lasts forever lol! You can address it down the line if need be. I’m proud of you for doing for yourself what you wanted to do! Sooo many people look in the mirror and don’t like little things that they see. I say heck yeah that we live in a time where you can get them fixed! Even if you have to scrimp and save for twenty years, you can fix it. I love the stories so much! God bless💕🙏🏻
I just want you to know that you look absolutely amazing and that your openness is much appreciated. It's high time that the plastic surgery taboo goes away! Your surgeon did an amazing job, he's a very talented surgeon.
I had a mommy makeover (lipo360, tummy tuck, and breast reduction). I'm a mom of 4. I think talking about and being transparent about plastics is so important and I tell everyone about my surgeries if they compliment me. People can be sooooo catty and weird about it and honestly, I just don't understand. I think that the whole air of secrecy around plastic surgery is so unnecessary and harmful. Setting up young people with unrealistic expectations and also to feel the need to compare themselves negatively to others without context. What you're doing is great, thank you for talking about it. I think I'm order for people to be more open and accepting to plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures we have to talk about it more.
@@camerokid78 it's a long one, for sure, but I didn't find it incredibly painful just extreme discomfort at times. But I had 4 c sections and they were easy to recover from, as well. Thank you!!
@@ririimari Oh your c sections were easy? That’s encouraging because I would need a c section if my husband and I had another kid. But I am terrified at the thought because everyone says it’s horrible.
@@camerokid78 yes. Of course I have not had a regular birth to compare them to; I do think my pain tolerance is high but they were nothing like what you hear people say about it being SOOO painful, for me. Good luck! You'll be fine :)
@Seraphina Phoenix @terran mari Hi, I just had to interject because I've had both vaginal and c-section and I have to say the c section was waaayyyyyy easier to ME.... (of course, both were necessary for the best interest of the child... nobody come for me, now). I do wish i could get my tummy done but I'm 56, probably in the best shape of my life and everything but my stomach is ... THE REASON I'M SINGLE (yeah that's it... that's it... lol and no boobs too? Damn Damn Damn!! In all seriousness, I wish I could have done that because I really love wearing cute clothes but this tummy is..blech. wait this isn't about me!! If you can handle a vaginal delivery, a c section is just extra time off from work (as if that's enough time anyway.... heartbreaking) but don't be afraid.
Omgosh! Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing your surgery (sugary?) journey! I had blepharoplasty surgery last year and for sure don’t regret it. But now I’m regretting not doing the other two! I am definitely going to make an appointment with Dr. Kim though, so thanks too for the referral. You’re beautiful…. For sure before surgery, and now after, you’re glowing AND beautiful! Here’s to team Portland! 🥂
Thank you so much for sharing this. I had a face lift when I was 50, am needing another one at 70. You look gorgeous and you're an inspiration to women of all ages who want to look as young as they feel.
Hi Penny-I appreciate your honesty and authenticity so much. You are beautiful inside & out- I am so glad we have a platform that is steeped in knowledge & kindness, here, with you, to guide us. I feel very fortunate to have found you.
Wow! So subtle, but also quite dramatic in how much youth it brought to your already-youthful face! I won't even inject my face with Botox (for reasons of already having one auto-immune issue and not wanting to tempt fate), but I think that what you've had done is incredibly natural looking...you look like you but just incredibly well-rested and positively ageless! Beautiful! And so much admiration for you for walking your viewers through the honesty of it all...so refreshing.
Proud of you for your courage in sharing ! You are a great example of what we need more of in the influencer and celebrity world; transparency and honesty . You look beautiful and this was great work !!!
Hi @Lorry Hill! Yes! We totally need more transparency and honesty! Shoot, I may be traveling to her Doctor for my neck and eyes... On the agenda for this year!
I have all kinds of pics and footage of my mid face thread lift I'm planning to make a video on. I had a not so good experience because I wasn't as informed as I thought I was. Ugh!!! People need to know. I'm the guinea pig. Lol!
There better NOT be any mean girls on here talking badly about my girl Penny! 😤 You look absolutely gorgeous as always! You are a HUGE inspiration for me and I take everything you say as my truth! That’s because I know you have our best interest at heart and are always 💯 with us. I agree that if someone wants to get something done to make themselves feel more confident/happy…then great! Obviously within reason. Also, their responsibility of doing research, understanding of risks and having reasonable expectations. ❤️ Penny is the best…ok that’s all I have to say lol
There is so much sorrow, loss, and difficult hardships in this life. Anywhere we can see and feel a bit of magic is worth pursuing, especially if it helps anyone keep pushing forward. Penny you are an inspiration. Hope and astonishment in one facet of life, leaks into the others.
I always appreciate your honesty and insight. I worked for 6 years in a plastic surgeon’s office ( working as the liaison between the doctor and client explaining the surgical produces along with all the before and aftercare then another 8 years working as an esthetician) I always tell people , just be patient and take care of your skin, diet and sleep habits, it aids in healing and getting a great result. We all must do what’s best for our self esteem for some it’s holistic for others it’s surgical. You are one of my favorites Penny. Happy New Year 🎊💕
Diet and sleep are huge! I should have touched on that-I didn’t drink for a couple weeks before and for a couple months after (not that I drink a ton but I just refrained all together) and I tried to hydrate a ton. I also watched my protein and ate a lot of colorful veggies. I agree a million percent that it helps!
You did a great job explaining and documenting your surgery journey. I had the same procedures about 7 years ago when I was 66. But I did the blepharoplasty first, then the other two a year later. And you are right - the blepharoplasty made the most difference. You are so right about taking care of your skin - that is key. Thank you for sharing your experience- it will be so helpful to others who might be considering and researching for their surgeries. You look beautiful - before and after. ❤️
Thank you for your openness in disclosing your journey. I'm an old lady and have been thinking about these things for some time. I wish Dr. Kim was close to me, but he is way across the country from me. And you are right, there is no shame in this. If it makes us feel better, then why not? Thanks again. Best to you.
Absolutely fascinating! So greatly appreciate your vulnerability in sharing this process. At 43, surgery has entered my mind as on the 10-15 year horizon. I will keep up with my skincare until then - such great advice! & I'll be here (&FB group) following all your videos & advice. Thank you for all you do! You are beautiful inside & out AND before & after! 💕
I love your channel because you are so genuine and transparent. And because everything begins with "trust" I 'm so glad that that you have a channel where I can be educated about different face products and anti aging devices that will help me to age gracefully. Thank you Penn.
I discovered you at the beginning of lockdown. I've learned so much from you and it's encouraged me to deep further into best products for my own skin care routine. Thank you for sharing your experience and your doctor! You are a gem!
Thank you Penny, as a 64 yr old grandmom going in to have similar surgeries u had. U took away my anxiety!!! First positive utube I have been able to find. I love ur no judgement attitude…. U r a beautiful young woman on inside n out… again Ty so very much.
Your honesty is so refreshing! Thank you for sharing such a personal experience and for the interview. It's also interesting. I agree the blepharoplasty made the most difference in your looks. I knew a lady in her early sixties who had that done and it altered her eyes so much that she didn't look like the same person. I really liked your final thoughts
Hi Penny, I just found your channel and am excited to watch more of your videos! I’m 69... retired from the beauty industry 18 mos ago and relocated to Fla. I decided to dip into some assets to get the “me” I have longed for, for years. In July 2022 I had a breast reduction and lift! The best decision of my life! I am 5’2”, 128 lbs and went from carrying huge triple D’s to having a beautiful youthful 36 C bustline! It was such a smooth and uplifting process for me that I decided to get a face/ neck lift. (After cataract surgery!) Ten days ago I had a face/neck/lip/brow lift with partial upper bleph revision... all WITHOUT GEN ANESTHESIA! My Dr had me take a few Valium’s and he injected numbing shots where he was working on me. It was about 4 hrs in total. I didn’t have drains... eat all. Just a head wrap! I am swollen and bruised but healing very nicely and without pain! The nurse said I’m going to look like I’m 40, because my skin was in such good shape to start. ( because I was a training executive and did all the good things I taught my sales people to do) 😄 I will be starting a podcast to document the procedures... I’ll link them here once I do. Thank you for your inspiring share. I think you’re eloquent and aspirational! Hugs, MM 🙋♀️
Thank you for sharing. It takes courage to share and be vulnerable in public, and you're the bravest! I love skincare, but realize it'll only do so much. While I haven't considered surgery, I may change my mind in 10 yrs, who knows? I've already decided that if and when my sagging hooded lids hit my lashline (about 1 mm to go), it's blepharoplasty for me. My vision is already bad, I don't want to deal with my lids getting in my sightline too! I really appreciate the completeness of this series, the effort to highlight expectations and the mental aspect, not just the physical.
Thank you Audrey for such a thoughtful comment….I completely agree! Skincare can only do so much! On the other hand, I can’t imagine where we’d be without consistent good skincare. It’s definitely essential! I hope your new year is off to a great start. Thank you for being here ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing your journey! I've been researching deep plane face lift with Dr. Karam, in San Diego. I live in Florida, so we'll see how that pans out. I'm 42, but I swear my career as a dental hygienist has sagged my face faster from leaning over for the last 20 years! That gravity will get you 😢 I wish more professionals would post videos like these, it is especially helpful for those truly in research mode 👍 I'm so happy you did this for yourself, you look amazzzzing...gorgeous! Like the best version of yourself, beautiful work.
Thank you Penny. You looked beautiful before and just as beautiful now. The change is subtle but looks amazing. Thanks for sharing your experience. Your doctor is really good!
This was EXTREMELY helpful, thanks for your transparency! Can you share a price range for the three procedures? That would be super helpful for anyone who is considering investigating this any further. I understand different regions & different doctors will have price ranges but if you could give us a general idea that would be great. 🙂
Penny, you are absolutely right, your mental attitude during recovery is essential. I had a facelift, beloplasty upper and lower, rhinoplasty and fat transfer to my lips. There were certainly days I thought I have really messed up my face. But as you recover and see the results you know it is definitely worth it. Yes, it does take about a year for everthing to settle. Would I do it again...ABSOLUTELY! Penny you look fabulous! Than you for your honesty and transparency.
Thank for sharing your experience. I just had a face/neck lift 10 days ago. My recovery has been great. I had a very problematic Turkey neck that is now gone along with some other facelift benefits. I’m able to be out and about no problem with concealer. I have wasted so much money on non evasive procedures. This out come has been amazing. But, you definitely have to be 💯 confident with your surgeon. Don’t rush into it.
I love your comparison of proper skin care to brushing your teeth daily. It is SO true! I have consciously taken good care of my skin since my early 20s, (daily sunscreen, healthy eating, hydrating, not abusing my body with drugs or excessive alcohol and clean skin care products), and it really paid off when I had my facelift at just about 70. I did not have to have any laser resurfacing or chemical peels. Glowing, healthy skin is more youthifying than any facelift!
Absolutely brilliant video! Most people regardless what it is they want to do or have done are looking for someone to give a step by step like you just did! You are just amazing! Thank you for being YOU!!!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I’ve been contemplating upper and lower blepharoplasty for several years and have had consultations with a few different surgeons. I only ever saw ‘before & after’ photos - none that showed what was going on during the healing process - so I really appreciate the photos of your recovery-in-progress and your honesty.
I am so glad that it is helpful to see those pics. I think it's important to show that in-between because life is not a before and after, right? It's what's in the middle that we need to know about!!
Botox has so many benefits. I love it. I’ve had a breast reduction for my migraines and so many people judged me for it. I love your comment that it’s ok to do what feels good for you. ♥️ I wouldn’t change it for one second.
I had a breast reduction too for frequent headaches that lasted for days, misdiagnosed with migraine. I have not had a headache in 16 years since I had surgery.
You guys! This is sooo interesting! I have never heard of this before. Me here with boobs that definitely don’t qualify as needing reduction lol! It truly makes me wonder how many big breasted women suffer from headaches and the relation! I’m so glad that you guys are pain free and happy💕
@@eveningstar8581 I was so scared to do it at first, but the weight of my breasts were causing a nerve in my head to cause migraines. I wouldn’t change it for anything now. Although people did have their opinions at the time, I am happy I did it for ME! ♥️
@@marthaspikes9669 I’m so genuinely happy to hear that! I’m completely blown away! I haven’t ever heard of that and I guarantee loads haven’t either! It’s so funny and ridiculous how boob happy the world is lol 😂 I’m sorry that you ran into aholes that think you want to hear their thoughts on the matter lol! Isn’t it crazy though how many people suddenly know what’s best for you?! I’m glad that you did it for yourself, too! Pain is crippling! I’m glad that you feel better 💕
You look great Penn!!!! ❤️ I lost 125 lbs and the submental struggle is real! I had lipo and I'm still not happy. Swelling lasted like 6 months. I'm getting a neck lift I just want it gone!!!!! Your "deflated baloon" pic is where I'm at. Keep up the great work, I appreciate you!
Great info, thank you for being being so detailed, I do struggle with loss of elasticity, 'turkey neck' and have been anxiously awaiting your video's. I do follow alot of your recommendations on your channel, can't wait for part 2. You look amazing btw!!!
You look incredible! So glad to know there is quality cosmetic surgeons here in PDX. I just turned 35 and have been noticing some things I want to maybe work on now, and am not opposed to surgery in my 40s, especially not if I can look as good as you. It's comforting to know that for some of us who have gone through a lot of challenges in their 20s and 30s, that our youth can be revived for a new and better chapter in our lives.
I do not know how I missed you had face-lift. You are so perfect and so beautiful and can't imagine what you could have done. So anxious to watch these pics now.. if it bothers you is what matters.. I hate my extra skin hooded eyes and would love to get that done ✔
You are beautiful Penny, inside and out. Thank you for this fantastic video and for sharing your experience. It’s been so helpful as I prepare for various procedures. In two months I’m getting an extended deep plane facelift, blepheroplasty, endoscopic brow lift, and rhinoplasty. Yes, I’m all in. I’m 60 y.o. and have great skin, but even the best skincare cannot stop sagging skin and the natural aging process. It’s so good seeing women support one another as we seek to be our best selves, in whatever way is meaningful to us.
You look beautiful !! I did a face/ neck lift 7 years ago I was not so happy with my neck and now 6 days ago i did my neck again ! With a platysma lift I tell everybody in my envirment also at my work i did a necklift !! I dont make secrets about it !! Why should i ? There are many woman who whish it to do but dont dare it !!! Sorry for my bad english its because i live in Holland😊
You looked great before, but you look so much better and younger now. I had my upper eyelids done and HEALED by the 7th day! The scars never showed even 3-4 days after and had no real bruises. But I really need that platysma surgery. It makes a HUGE difference! You now look in your early 20ies! ❤ Great decision!
Hi Thank you for being open about what you do and what you’ve had done. I have learned a lot. I also want to say thanks for clearly labeling your surgery videos. I don’t handle the topic of surgery well and I enjoy your other content so this makes it easier for me to avoid something that might be too graphic for me.
I don’t know how I missed this, first, yes, very brave for sharing and I would expect nothing less. I thought you were beautiful before but the subtle but really great results look so good. Always better to do it before 50 than after. Healing is a little easier and you get to enjoy the benefits. Dr Kim was great with his explanation. Did I ever mention my ex who remarked that I was everything he ever wanted in a girl and “that everything you store right here”: he said grabbing my double chin. He’s an ex, I learnt to ignore my double chin (rarely take or look at side photos), and love that you had the guts to address your concerns, find a well educated, well experienced provider and that you trusted his expertise. You were beautiful before and you certainly are now. And those eyes...sheesh...stunning
Your honesty and openness with us, is admirable. We can all agree how women like you deserve our following and trust. Thank you for always sharing and informing all of us!!
Hello Penny. Thank you so much for sharing such a personal experience. I’ve been thinking for a long time that this is what I need to do. I’ve had kybella, several other things in which the skin under my neck remained. I’ve got the same background story as yours. Athletic, but it’s a family genetic problem. I’ve always been uncomfortable with my neck. Plus it’s eyes time as well. I’m definitely going to start my investigation into an excellent surgeon. Thanks for your tips.
You look absolutely gorgeous, and your skin glows. I am 74 and just now testing the waters. I want to have a facelift and there are several talented surgeons where I live, so I greatly appreciate your video, which gives me a guideline as to what I want to do - especially the slackness I am beginning to see in my jawline. I am lucky that I have never been in the sun (redheads just freckle and burn; never tan) and have a good skin regimen, and I hope that will help me in my journey. God bless you for your informative and frank videos. You are a breath of fresh air!
You look great now and even more before imo. I wish woman didn’t feel they needed plastic surgery, let alone in their 40s. I once had a doctor tell me that even though the skin might be smoother and sharper, but the charm is gone. Your face, your choice! Just another perspective.
This was a surprisingly engrossing video. Dr Kim explains things very well. I really love how honest and holistic your comments were. Thank you for sharing this.
Hi, Penny. My surgery is in a few days (7/12/22). I'm having Blepharoplasty (upper and lower eye lid surgery) with fat transfer underneath my eyes to help me get rid of that gaunt, sunken in look. I'm also having a deep plane facelift. Your video diary, especially the progress pictures, was very helpful and reassuring to me. Thank you for sharing your personal experience. I'm having this super scary surgery because I'm self-conscious about the look of my face as I age. I work in an elementary school. The little ones are so blunt in their observations that it sounds cruel but they're just brutally honest about what they see. One little boy said to me, "You look old. How old are you?" Ouch! But he's right. As Dr. Kim described, the skin around my mouth is so droopy it actually looks like I had a minor stroke. I have those ugly marionette lines around my mouth and excess skin under my neck. The excess skin on my eyelids pools and looks crepy beneath my makeup. Underneath my eyes looks like I feel unwell. While I feel uncomfortable about the money I'm spending to get this surgery done, it's going to make such a difference in the way I feel and present myself to the world that I believe it's worth it. Although I have 20 yrs on you, I hope and pray that my results are as amazing as yours. Blessings to you always. Mary Ann
I so appreciate you sharing your story,I had a surgeon do a surgery without consent and dispute my neck under chin area.I only wanted necktite/Facetite and Morpheus 8 face,neck and chest.I only say this because I didn’t want a platysmalplasty because I wanted quick freshen up before Vegas.Well,suffice to say I looked disfigured and haven’t felt the same since.Seeing Dr Kim’s work gives me hope.I trust you care ❤
Ugh! I just had a mid face thread lift which isn't even permanent and it was 5600.00 with a horrific recovery. I should've watched this first. I just had it a week ago. Do you mind me asking how much was this? Or at least a ballpark figure. Thank you in advance. You look amazing !
(I was in the beauty industry for 20 years.) I think you look fantastic. The one thing I'm very impressed with is that you don't look altered. (Have seen too many women looking artificial; especially if they work on the lips.)
Girl …. Looking at the pics with the super bruised eyes and the first thought I had was “damn her skin is flawless” 🤣🤣🤣 Definitely appreciate this video … I’m starting research on getting rid of my Turkey neck. Love this info and the way it is presented. Thank you! Love you, as always 🥰💜
Thank you so much for sharing your story. You look amazing and if I didn’t see the title, I never would have known you had surgery. Congratulations and I’m so happy it went well for you. Watching Dr. Kim explain this process has truly eased my feelings on getting this procedure done in the future.
Thankyou for such a heart filled video. I really care for my skin. Its healthy and beautiful. Your video is very thought provoking. Just as your before and afters are: you see often women looked aged and they have surgery, but you didn't. You look great. My struggle is that I'm noticeably aging alot at 57. My face is moving down and forward. Im sort of starting not to reckognize it. I have to readjust my feelings because I have 0 dollars for any in office procedures or surgery. I either have to let that go and my feelings about my face or somehow make better $$. It's important not to focus on my looks too much. I just realized there could be far worse situations in life than not having $$ for surgery. Thankyou for sharing, you made the surgery a bit less scary seeming.
I’ve been using red/nir light & some home devices for about 2 1/2 years now & my skin is in the best shape I can get it😂! I think ur right-these home devices don’t cut it like surgery. I decided to get a deep plane face, neck & browlift to address the sagging underneath the skin! I’m scheduled for June 5😊
@@KChapman6079 thank u for asking! It went GREAT!!! All is well though I’m still healing! I’m so glad I did it. All my friends think it’s a big difference & I think so too. The only thing I would tell anyone about a facelift is allow 2 weeks until “going out”…I saw some women that were going out after a week but not me! I was still swollen & tight at one week😂
@@KChapman6079 The weirdest thing happened during the surgery as the Surgeon was stitching me up…I woke up & remembered where I was, what was going on, but it was just strange to wake up in the middle of a facelift! No pain really-just some swelling, tightness & a little soreness in certain areas like the ears. They don’t even have to prescribe narcotic pain relievers!
Thank you SOOOOO much! GREAT video and I understand your need to state the obvious about no one NEEDING to do anything to make themselves more beautiful. I appreciate this…hate that you have to state but Understandably so. Fantastic process and Dr. Kim sounds AMAZING. Thank you and his schedule will likely fill up for 2022 based on your thorough and wonderful video. We need more surgeons like him. And you look fantastic! Subtle but noticeable! THANK YOU!!!
Dr Kim Is amazing 🤩 I’m so thankful for surgeons like him who are kind and reasonable as well as skilled artists. A gem!! Thank you Lindy for those kind words, they mean so much to me! 🥲❤️
I really appreciate that you are talking about this Penny dear, for multiple reasons.. it's important for influencers to be "out" about these things so we aren't setting up unrealistic expectations for ourselves, but also because I'm super interested in all the skin stuffs too!!! 😘😘
You are absolutely stunning! Thank you for showing us your most vulnerable moments. You just radiate joy and positivity, and I love that! You have healed beautifully. Thanks for all you do for us here and in the FB group!❤️❤️🥰🥰
For five whole seconds my brain refused to read this as anything other than "sugary diary" which had me SOOOO confused.😆😆😆 I think I need a nap. Love your channel! I'm too chicken to get elective surgeries, but I still love learning from all your vids!❤️
I’m so so glad I have found you! Im 47 and have recently lost around 50 lbs . I had my last baby 6 years ago and I’m now in peri menopause. I now have exactly the same problem on my neck now. It lax and saggy . It really gets me down 😢I’m saving up for a lower face and neck lift , and I don’t care what anyone says ! I still feel young and the mirror now reflects someone I don’t recognise. Thank you so so much for sharing your journey. You are absolutely beautiful ❤ much love from the UK ❤
Thank you for sharing your story, Penny. I’ve always had a sharp, well-defined jawline but now that I’m 46, I’m noticing quite a bit of neck laxity. It’s due to heredity as well as gaining & losing weight over the years. I live in FL & it’s not feasible for me to travel to Oregon for the procedure & follow up visits during recovery. Would you happen to know of a facial plastic surgeon in FL whom you can recommend for the platysmaplasty?
Dr.Christian Drehsen in downtown St. Pete. www.cliniqueps.com Board certified. He is truly gifted in aesthetics and faces. He just did fat injections - taking fat from my waist, and put it in my temples, brows, and cheeks. Super easy, local anesthesia. The goal is to stimulate cell regeneration and adding the adipose tissue, he says the fat dissolves, but the stem cells will stay. I am 51, and ready for the blephs and deep plane lift. He did this as the first step. So far, it has been 3 weeks today, and I am loving what he did.
Really helpful for people to see the process. Very comforting for those going through the same. It looks so fabulous on you! You’re a star to share it ❤
at 48 I had everything sucked, plucked and tucked. I can't stress enough to get an oculoplastic surgeon. I'm 64 and don't think I will need any more surgery because of my device and skin care regime. Love you Penn...and Frank, too!!
How Beautiful your results turned out. You really didn’t need much done. I just turned 64. I’m researching to get ready for all of these procedures. Thanks for sharing. Much ❤️ ❤️
You are incredible !!!! So much emotion came up as you shared sooo vulnerably and lovingly. You showed Sooo much respect for us alll no matter what bothers or matters to us. Thank you so much for showing up exactly as you do .
You look amazing, Penny! Dr Kim is a wonderful surgeon! You look at least 15 years younger. If I had not seen this update, I would have never guessed it was because of surgery👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 you look completely natural and gorgeous!
Penny thank you for sharing such an intimate part of your life, it is absolutely fascinating! I must say that you are absolutely beautiful, inside and out, with hair, no hair, with makeup, no makeup, just such a gorgeous human being! I’m a long time fan from Australia and just want to say thanks for sharing all your knowledge with all things “beauty”, love your work gorgeous girl!
Thank you so much for this video. It was very helpful. I have a facelift, etc scheduled for October. Seeing your recovery gives me confidence in my decision. 😊
I loved this channel and wanted to think that there are many options before having to have surgery. If the over the counter products don't work for someone knowledgable about their use, than there is NO hope for the rest of us. At least you were honest.
OTC things, skincare in general, works on skin. Surgery works on deep structures. It’s not that one doesn’t work…it’s that it only works on what it’s supposed to work on. 😊
Really great reporting. This is probably the best explanation of this process that I’ve seen so far. You presented the facts and also chronicled your own personal experience. Great work!
I'm glad you are wearing your "star" necklace today because that's what YOU are. Your transparency is commendable. I appreciate you saying that you do not judge anyone on what they want to do or not do. You're gorgeous (before, during & after) and we value your knowledge. Thank you.
Thank you so much Donna❤️ I definitely don’t judge-my 3 very best friends have done nothing-one of them has never even had Botox. They’re all gorgeous to me. I truly think it’s just very personal 🙂 Thank you for your kindness, it’s appreciated more than you know!
Wow. YOU are #goals for 47. I've followed you for a few years and respect your knowledge and the research you put into your videos. I'm also in your FB group and find it such a useful place for anything skincare related. I do Appreciate your transparency. You look great!!!
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind comment ❤️ I’m so glad you’re in the group! It’s such a supportive group of people…I feel so lucky to have you all 🙏🥰
This video was very helpful… I am going to my Doctor for 4 week check up and after seeing your video I realize that my face is looking pretty normal considering the time frame. My only regret is that I didn’t do it 5 years earlier.. Thank you for the information.
i respect you so much for being transparent about surgery, wish more people would be so we could all be well informed. You look amazing !!!! So happy for you XXX
Thank you so much! ❤️
I appreciate your kindness more than you know! ❤️❤️
You look great job well done thank you I agree transparency is great why not I did it so glad I did it's a personally choice
@@PENNSMITHSKINCAREhi Penn, what procedures have you done to your face recently? You look different this year
I am SO grateful to you for sharing your experience and photos!!! You have no idea! I'm 56 and am getting a similar face/neck lift in May. I have been very nervous about it. This was incredibly helpful to me with what to expect afterwards with healing etc. I love your content!! Your surgery turned out great and you look amazing!
Dr. Amir Karam has a great video out today showcasing the procedures and healing. Amazing!
@@janice8514 I follow him so I will watch that today! Thanks!!
Very helpful indeed. I just recently found Penn's videos. I Love how Real & honest she is, and she doesn't look like a completely different person. Beautiful before and after. Good luck with your procedure in May. 56 here too... Petrified to make a decision. Consulted with 3 different Docs; all had different plans, which included several procedures. Apparently I need A LOT of Surgery 🤣 This neck & Jowls tho! Grateful for these videos & comments as well.
A year recovery wow
How do you feel about procedures. 2023???
Thanks so much for sharing! One of the biggest problems with cosmetic procedures is managing expectations. I think it’s really helpful for everyone to see what the whole journey looks like! Thanks Penn! ❤️
Yes!! The right expectations are KEY!
@@PENNSMITHSKINCARE Can I ask if the micro current treatment and infrared treatment on your neck worked at all? (the trial you started 1 year ago for saggy neck, I can’t find any results on this)
Blepharplasty - best thing I’ve ever done!
My only regret is that I didn’t have it done years earlier. Pre-surgery I always looked tired and people would ask if I was “okay?” (meaning I looked grumpy, mad, or generally unhappy). No eye makeup ‘tricks’ really made much of a difference. I had a 40 minute procedure with just local anesthesia at the site. I took 2 weeks off work until the sutures were removed - did look a bit swollen and bruised under my eyes for 5 or 6 days but had good instructions how to manage that - it wasn’t as bad as I had expected actually. The price was more reasonable than I had expected as well. Since it is hereditary in my family (both parents) all my siblings are on-board with getting the procedure done as well, largely due to the good outcome I had. I am happy to tell people that I had the procedure done because I think the stigma about openly talking about procedures we’ve had keeps others in the dark who would perhaps like to have something similar done. I definitely agree that information and expectations are important - my scars are a bit more visible to me than I would have liked, plus I have some hypervascularity (purplish lids), but on balance these are small things compared to the overall improvement I’ve experienced (plus I can use concealer/eye shadow as necessary).
Thank you so much for sharing! I agree, we should be talking about this, sharing info not hiding it!
I’m so glad you’re happy with your outcome-and I understand what you’re saying about the scars and the hypervascularity-the trade off is worth it ❤️
Ty
I would love to see your before and after too! I’ve been considering this for myself in the future because things are already getting saggy now and I’m only 38. Wondering if it’s better to do now or to wait until it get really bad?
@@CurlyoginiWellness I'd say that I 'needed it' by my mid-late 40's but unfortunately waited until my mid 50's to get it done because I was a little apprehensive - thought it was a big expensive procedure. In retrospect I wish I had avoided feeling self-conscious about my eyes for several years by having it done earlier - so I guess your decision may depend on how self-conscious you are about it and what a medical consultant can tell you about the pros and cons of waiting. If I require an additional procedure to tighten things up again down the road I'll have it. My father had blepharplasty at 70 and a couple of years later had an eyebrow lift - so there is more than just one procedure to consider if necessary, depending on what the exact issue is. I hope this is helpful.
You are so great! I’m so glad that you are happy with your eyes! Isn’t it funny how big a difference a little thing can do?! As for them not lasting forever, as someone mentioned, nothing lasts forever lol! You can address it down the line if need be. I’m proud of you for doing for yourself what you wanted to do! Sooo many people look in the mirror and don’t like little things that they see. I say heck yeah that we live in a time where you can get them fixed! Even if you have to scrimp and save for twenty years, you can fix it. I love the stories so much! God bless💕🙏🏻
I love how honest and transparent youa re. Some people just pretend that t's just skincare but you're authentic about it. Thank you...we love you!!!!
I just want you to know that you look absolutely amazing and that your openness is much appreciated. It's high time that the plastic surgery taboo goes away! Your surgeon did an amazing job, he's a very talented surgeon.
Thank you so much! ❤️
Seriously! I think even look beautiful second and third day. That's crazy!
I appreciate you posting real pictures. This makes you even more trustworthy!
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I had a mommy makeover (lipo360, tummy tuck, and breast reduction). I'm a mom of 4. I think talking about and being transparent about plastics is so important and I tell everyone about my surgeries if they compliment me. People can be sooooo catty and weird about it and honestly, I just don't understand. I think that the whole air of secrecy around plastic surgery is so unnecessary and harmful. Setting up young people with unrealistic expectations and also to feel the need to compare themselves negatively to others without context.
What you're doing is great, thank you for talking about it. I think I'm order for people to be more open and accepting to plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures we have to talk about it more.
I wanted to get a mommy make over but the recovery looks just as bad if not worse than giving birth. You are a tough tough woman!
@@camerokid78 it's a long one, for sure, but I didn't find it incredibly painful just extreme discomfort at times. But I had 4 c sections and they were easy to recover from, as well. Thank you!!
@@ririimari Oh your c sections were easy? That’s encouraging because I would need a c section if my husband and I had another kid. But I am terrified at the thought because everyone says it’s horrible.
@@camerokid78 yes. Of course I have not had a regular birth to compare them to; I do think my pain tolerance is high but they were nothing like what you hear people say about it being SOOO painful, for me. Good luck! You'll be fine :)
@Seraphina Phoenix @terran mari Hi, I just had to interject because I've had both vaginal and c-section and I have to say the c section was waaayyyyyy easier to ME.... (of course, both were necessary for the best interest of the child... nobody come for me, now). I do wish i could get my tummy done but I'm 56, probably in the best shape of my life and everything but my stomach is ... THE REASON I'M SINGLE (yeah that's it... that's it... lol and no boobs too? Damn Damn Damn!! In all seriousness, I wish I could have done that because I really love wearing cute clothes but this tummy is..blech. wait this isn't about me!! If you can handle a vaginal delivery, a c section is just extra time off from work (as if that's enough time anyway.... heartbreaking) but don't be afraid.
Omgosh! Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing your surgery (sugary?) journey! I had blepharoplasty surgery last year and for sure don’t regret it. But now I’m regretting not doing the other two! I am definitely going to make an appointment with Dr. Kim though, so thanks too for the referral. You’re beautiful…. For sure before surgery, and now after, you’re glowing AND beautiful!
Here’s to team Portland! 🥂
Thank you so much Sandi ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much for sharing this. I had a face lift when I was 50, am needing another one at 70. You look gorgeous and you're an inspiration to women of all ages who want to look as young as they feel.
Hi Penny-I appreciate your honesty and authenticity so much. You are beautiful inside & out- I am so glad we have a platform that is steeped in knowledge & kindness, here, with you, to guide us. I feel very fortunate to have found you.
I’m so thankful for you Laura!
You are always so kind to me, and it never goes unnoticed. I hope you have a wonderful weekend friend ❤️
Wow! So subtle, but also quite dramatic in how much youth it brought to your already-youthful face! I won't even inject my face with Botox (for reasons of already having one auto-immune issue and not wanting to tempt fate), but I think that what you've had done is incredibly natural looking...you look like you but just incredibly well-rested and positively ageless! Beautiful! And so much admiration for you for walking your viewers through the honesty of it all...so refreshing.
Proud of you for your courage in sharing ! You are a great example of what we need more of in the influencer and celebrity world; transparency and honesty . You look beautiful and this was great work !!!
Thank you so much!! 💕
Hi @Lorry Hill! Yes! We totally need more transparency and honesty! Shoot, I may be traveling to her Doctor for my neck and eyes... On the agenda for this year!
I have all kinds of pics and footage of my mid face thread lift I'm planning to make a video on. I had a not so good experience because I wasn't as informed as I thought I was. Ugh!!! People need to know. I'm the guinea pig. Lol!
How much does such an operation cost?
I totally see going to your parents for the recovery! That is smart and I’m glad you had that option
Thank you ☺️💙
There better NOT be any mean girls on here talking badly about my girl Penny! 😤 You look absolutely gorgeous as always! You are a HUGE inspiration for me and I take everything you say as my truth! That’s because I know you have our best interest at heart and are always 💯 with us. I agree that if someone wants to get something done to make themselves feel more confident/happy…then great! Obviously within reason. Also, their responsibility of doing research, understanding of risks and having reasonable expectations. ❤️ Penny is the best…ok that’s all I have to say lol
You are so sweet Leah, thank you so much!!! ❤❤❤
There is so much sorrow, loss, and difficult hardships in this life. Anywhere we can see and feel a bit of magic is worth pursuing, especially if it helps anyone keep pushing forward. Penny you are an inspiration. Hope and astonishment in one facet of life, leaks into the others.
Thank you, I love this.
I hope you are having a beautiful October 💜
I always appreciate your honesty and insight. I worked for 6 years in a plastic surgeon’s office ( working as the liaison between the doctor and client explaining the surgical produces along with all the before and aftercare then another 8 years working as an esthetician) I always tell people , just be patient and take care of your skin, diet and sleep habits, it aids in healing and getting a great result. We all must do what’s best for our self esteem for some it’s holistic for others it’s surgical. You are one of my favorites Penny. Happy New Year 🎊💕
Diet and sleep are huge!
I should have touched on that-I didn’t drink for a couple weeks before and for a couple months after (not that I drink a ton but I just refrained all together) and I tried to hydrate a ton. I also watched my protein and ate a lot of colorful veggies. I agree a million percent that it helps!
And THANK YOU for your kind words ❤️
Geez, sorry, what a kind comment you left! I meant to say thank you 🥰
This is the best video overview I've seen. Thank you for being so transparent! You are just glowing!
You did a great job explaining and documenting your surgery journey. I had the same procedures about 7 years ago when I was 66. But I did the blepharoplasty first, then the other two a year later. And you are right - the blepharoplasty made the most difference. You are so right about taking care of your skin - that is key. Thank you for sharing your experience- it will be so helpful to others who might be considering and researching for their surgeries. You look beautiful - before and after. ❤️
Thank you so much Brenda! ❤️
Thank you for your openness in disclosing your journey. I'm an old lady and have been thinking about these things for some time. I wish Dr. Kim was close to me, but he is way across the country from me. And you are right, there is no shame in this. If it makes us feel better, then why not? Thanks again. Best to you.
Thank you so much Carol for your kindness! ❤️❤️❤️
Absolutely fascinating! So greatly appreciate your vulnerability in sharing this process. At 43, surgery has entered my mind as on the 10-15 year horizon. I will keep up with my skincare until then - such great advice! & I'll be here (&FB group) following all your videos & advice. Thank you for all you do! You are beautiful inside & out AND before & after! 💕
Christina, thank you for your sweet words 🥲❤️
I’m so glad you’re here, and in the group! ❤️
I love your channel because you are so genuine and transparent. And because everything begins with "trust" I 'm so glad that that you have a channel where I can be educated about different face products and anti aging devices that will help me to age gracefully. Thank you Penn.
Thank you so much!
I discovered you at the beginning of lockdown. I've learned so much from you and it's encouraged me to deep further into best products for my own skin care routine. Thank you for sharing your experience and your doctor! You are a gem!
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Thank you so much Paula 🥲❤️
Thank you Penny, as a 64 yr old grandmom going in to have similar surgeries u had. U took away my anxiety!!! First positive utube I have been able to find. I love ur no judgement attitude…. U r a beautiful young woman on inside n out… again Ty so very much.
Thank you so much Kathy for your kindness!
Thank you Penny for sharing,and transparency. I respect and admire that so much. You always look beautiful.
Thank you so much Linda! 🙏🙏🙏❤️
That means so much to me 🥲
Thank you for being transparent with this community. I trust your opinion now that you can share your experience.
Your honesty is so refreshing! Thank you for sharing such a personal experience and for the interview. It's also interesting. I agree the blepharoplasty made the most difference in your looks. I knew a lady in her early sixties who had that done and it altered her eyes so much that she didn't look like the same person. I really liked your final thoughts
Hi Penny, I just found your channel and am excited to watch more of your videos! I’m 69... retired from the beauty industry 18 mos ago and relocated to Fla. I decided to dip into some assets to get the “me” I have longed for, for years. In July 2022 I had a breast reduction and lift! The best decision of my life! I am 5’2”, 128 lbs and went from carrying huge triple D’s to having a beautiful youthful 36 C bustline! It was such a smooth and uplifting process for me that I decided to get a face/ neck lift. (After cataract surgery!) Ten days ago I had a face/neck/lip/brow lift with partial upper bleph revision... all WITHOUT GEN ANESTHESIA! My Dr had me take a few Valium’s and he injected numbing shots where he was working on me. It was about 4 hrs in total. I didn’t have drains... eat all. Just a head wrap! I am swollen and bruised but healing very nicely and without pain! The nurse said I’m going to look like I’m 40, because my skin was in such good shape to start. ( because I was a training executive and did all the good things I taught my sales people to do) 😄 I will be starting a podcast to document the procedures... I’ll link them here once I do. Thank you for your inspiring share. I think you’re eloquent and aspirational! Hugs, MM 🙋♀️
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!!!
Your surgery results are perfection, noticeable but not overdone looking.
Thank you I’m 10 days in and was freaking out before I found your video
I would never had guessed you had those surgeries. He’s very talented.
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Thank you for sharing. It takes courage to share and be vulnerable in public, and you're the bravest! I love skincare, but realize it'll only do so much. While I haven't considered surgery, I may change my mind in 10 yrs, who knows? I've already decided that if and when my sagging hooded lids hit my lashline (about 1 mm to go), it's blepharoplasty for me. My vision is already bad, I don't want to deal with my lids getting in my sightline too! I really appreciate the completeness of this series, the effort to highlight expectations and the mental aspect, not just the physical.
Thank you Audrey for such a thoughtful comment….I completely agree! Skincare can only do so much! On the other hand, I can’t imagine where we’d be without consistent good skincare. It’s definitely essential!
I hope your new year is off to a great start. Thank you for being here ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing your journey! I've been researching deep plane face lift with Dr. Karam, in San Diego. I live in Florida, so we'll see how that pans out. I'm 42, but I swear my career as a dental hygienist has sagged my face faster from leaning over for the last 20 years! That gravity will get you 😢 I wish more professionals would post videos like these, it is especially helpful for those truly in research mode 👍 I'm so happy you did this for yourself, you look amazzzzing...gorgeous! Like the best version of yourself, beautiful work.
I’m in Florida too...I would like to know if you find someone here in Florida with amazing results as Dr. Karam...and hopefully not as much💰💰💰!! 😂
@@sandi7858 Yessss!!! Thank you, that's what Im alking about! Keep us posted if you find one!
@@maryalbano907 Sure will! 😊
This is by far the best post regarding these procedures. Thank you!
Thank you Penny. You looked beautiful before and just as beautiful now. The change is subtle but looks amazing. Thanks for sharing your experience. Your doctor is really good!
Thank you so much 🙏❤️
I’m watching this two years post. Your result is so soft and lovely. You are absolutely stunning.
You are so kind! Thank you
I’ve been waiting for this video !! So interested in this process especially because your results are so natural and beautiful 😍
Ahh thank you!
Thank you so much Penn, I really appreciate your comments and honesty. I learned a lot from you!
This was EXTREMELY helpful, thanks for your transparency! Can you share a price range for the three procedures? That would be super helpful for anyone who is considering investigating this any further. I understand different regions & different doctors will have price ranges but if you could give us a general idea that would be great. 🙂
20k and up depending on what other procedures you do and where in the USA you do it
You can get it cheaper, and just as good, in other parts of the world. The USA is wildly inflated with medical stuff.
Penny, you are absolutely right, your mental attitude during recovery is essential. I had a facelift, beloplasty upper and lower, rhinoplasty and fat transfer to my lips. There were certainly days I thought I have really messed up my face. But as you recover and see the results you know it is definitely worth it. Yes, it does take about a year for everthing to settle. Would I do it again...ABSOLUTELY!
Penny you look fabulous! Than you for your honesty and transparency.
This is so amazingly reassuring to hear!!!
I’m so glad you had a similar experience and I’m so happy that you’re happy with your results 😍🥰🥰
Thank for sharing your experience. I just had a face/neck lift 10 days ago. My recovery has been great. I had a very problematic Turkey neck that is now gone along with some other facelift benefits. I’m able to be out and about no problem with concealer. I have wasted so much money on non evasive procedures. This out come has been amazing. But, you definitely have to be 💯 confident with your surgeon. Don’t rush into it.
I love your comparison of proper skin care to brushing your teeth daily. It is SO true! I have consciously taken good care of my skin since my early 20s, (daily sunscreen, healthy eating, hydrating, not abusing my body with drugs or excessive alcohol and clean skin care products), and it really paid off when I had my facelift at just about 70. I did not have to have any laser resurfacing or chemical peels. Glowing, healthy skin is more youthifying than any facelift!
You are amazing! Thank you so much for being so honest and transparent with us. And BTW... you look great!
Thank you so much Carol!
Absolutely brilliant video! Most people regardless what it is they want to do or have done are looking for someone to give a step by step like you just did! You are just amazing! Thank you for being YOU!!!
Thank you so much for being honest and forthcoming about the procedures you’ve had.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I’ve been contemplating upper and lower blepharoplasty for several years and have had consultations with a few different surgeons. I only ever saw ‘before & after’ photos - none that showed what was going on during the healing process - so I really appreciate the photos of your recovery-in-progress and your honesty.
I am so glad that it is helpful to see those pics. I think it's important to show that in-between because life is not a before and after, right? It's what's in the middle that we need to know about!!
Botox has so many benefits. I love it. I’ve had a breast reduction for my migraines and so many people judged me for it. I love your comment that it’s ok to do what feels good for you. ♥️ I wouldn’t change it for one second.
I had a breast reduction too for frequent headaches that lasted for days, misdiagnosed with migraine. I have not had a headache in 16 years since I had surgery.
You guys! This is sooo interesting! I have never heard of this before. Me here with boobs that definitely don’t qualify as needing reduction lol! It truly makes me wonder how many big breasted women suffer from headaches and the relation! I’m so glad that you guys are pain free and happy💕
@@eveningstar8581 I was so scared to do it at first, but the weight of my breasts were causing a nerve in my head to cause migraines. I wouldn’t change it for anything now. Although people did have their opinions at the time, I am happy I did it for ME! ♥️
@@marthaspikes9669 I’m so genuinely happy to hear that! I’m completely blown away! I haven’t ever heard of that and I guarantee loads haven’t either! It’s so funny and ridiculous how boob happy the world is lol 😂
I’m sorry that you ran into aholes that think you want to hear their thoughts on the matter lol! Isn’t it crazy though how many people suddenly know what’s best for you?! I’m glad that you did it for yourself, too! Pain is crippling! I’m glad that you feel better 💕
How does breast reduction help with migraines?
You look great Penn!!!! ❤️
I lost 125 lbs and the submental struggle is real! I had lipo and I'm still not happy. Swelling lasted like 6 months. I'm getting a neck lift I just want it gone!!!!!
Your "deflated baloon" pic is where I'm at.
Keep up the great work, I appreciate you!
Thank you Liz!
I’m excited for you!!!
Have you done your neck yet? I lost 80 pounds and have turkey neck.... Its depressing 😭
@@samanthaporter6662 not yet but it's happening in 2023
Great info, thank you for being being so detailed, I do struggle with loss of elasticity, 'turkey neck' and have been anxiously awaiting your video's. I do follow alot of your recommendations on your channel, can't wait for part 2. You look amazing btw!!!
You look incredible! So glad to know there is quality cosmetic surgeons here in PDX. I just turned 35 and have been noticing some things I want to maybe work on now, and am not opposed to surgery in my 40s, especially not if I can look as good as you. It's comforting to know that for some of us who have gone through a lot of challenges in their 20s and 30s, that our youth can be revived for a new and better chapter in our lives.
I do not know how I missed you had face-lift. You are so perfect and so beautiful and can't imagine what you could have done. So anxious to watch these pics now.. if it bothers you is what matters.. I hate my extra skin hooded eyes and would love to get that done ✔
But it wasn't a facelift.
@@KaraLey98 yea it was
You are beautiful Penny, inside and out. Thank you for this fantastic video and for sharing your experience. It’s been so helpful as I prepare for various procedures. In two months I’m getting an extended deep plane facelift, blepheroplasty, endoscopic brow lift, and rhinoplasty. Yes, I’m all in. I’m 60 y.o. and have great skin, but even the best skincare cannot stop sagging skin and the natural aging process. It’s so good seeing women support one another as we seek to be our best selves, in whatever way is meaningful to us.
Thank you for being so kind! I wish you success on with everything! I’m excited for you!
You look beautiful !!
I did a face/ neck lift 7 years ago I was not so happy with my neck and now 6 days ago i did my neck again ! With a platysma lift
I tell everybody in my envirment also at my work i did a necklift !!
I dont make secrets about it !! Why should i ?
There are many woman who whish it to do but dont dare it !!!
Sorry for my bad english its because i live in Holland😊
You looked great before, but you look so much better and younger now. I had my upper eyelids done and HEALED by the 7th day! The scars never showed even 3-4 days after and had no real bruises. But I really need that platysma surgery. It makes a HUGE difference! You now look in your early 20ies! ❤ Great decision!
Hi Thank you for being open about what you do and what you’ve had done. I have learned a lot. I also want to say thanks for clearly labeling your surgery videos. I don’t handle the topic of surgery well and I enjoy your other content so this makes it easier for me to avoid something that might be too graphic for me.
I don’t know how I missed this, first, yes, very brave for sharing and I would expect nothing less. I thought you were beautiful before but the subtle but really great results look so good. Always better to do it before 50 than after. Healing is a little easier and you get to enjoy the benefits. Dr Kim was great with his explanation. Did I ever mention my ex who remarked that I was everything he ever wanted in a girl and “that everything you store right here”: he said grabbing my double chin. He’s an ex, I learnt to ignore my double chin (rarely take or look at side photos), and love that you had the guts to address your concerns, find a well educated, well experienced provider and that you trusted his expertise. You were beautiful before and you certainly are now. And those eyes...sheesh...stunning
Thank you for being so vulnerable with us! You are amazing. How was the pain? And do you have any nerve damage?
Your honesty and openness with us, is admirable. We can all agree how women like you deserve our following and trust. Thank you for always sharing and informing all of us!!
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Can you show an update on the scars? Did your hair cover most of them ? You look great!
Wow...this is what's important to us as a society. blown away...you are beautiful....embrace it instead of a far reaching perfection!
Hello Penny. Thank you so much for sharing such a personal experience. I’ve been thinking for a long time that this is what I need to do. I’ve had kybella, several other things in which the skin under my neck remained. I’ve got the same background story as yours. Athletic, but it’s a family genetic problem. I’ve always been uncomfortable with my neck. Plus it’s eyes time as well. I’m definitely going to start my investigation into an excellent surgeon. Thanks for your tips.
I’m so glad this may have been helpful! ❤️
I understand completely.
Take your time, the right doctor is everything!
You look absolutely gorgeous, and your skin glows. I am 74 and just now testing the waters. I want to have a facelift and there are several talented surgeons where I live, so I greatly appreciate your video, which gives me a guideline as to what I want to do - especially the slackness I am beginning to see in my jawline. I am lucky that I have never been in the sun (redheads just freckle and burn; never tan) and have a good skin regimen, and I hope that will help me in my journey. God bless you for your informative and frank videos. You are a breath of fresh air!
You look great now and even more before imo. I wish woman didn’t feel they needed plastic surgery, let alone in their 40s. I once had a doctor tell me that even though the skin might be smoother and sharper, but the charm is gone. Your face, your choice! Just another perspective.
This was a surprisingly engrossing video. Dr Kim explains things very well. I really love how honest and holistic your comments were. Thank you for sharing this.
Thank you for being here Natasha ❤️
Hi, Penny. My surgery is in a few days (7/12/22). I'm having Blepharoplasty (upper and lower eye lid surgery) with fat transfer underneath my eyes to help me get rid of that gaunt, sunken in look. I'm also having a deep plane facelift. Your video diary, especially the progress pictures, was very helpful and reassuring to me. Thank you for sharing your personal experience. I'm having this super scary surgery because I'm self-conscious about the look of my face as I age. I work in an elementary school. The little ones are so blunt in their observations that it sounds cruel but they're just brutally honest about what they see. One little boy said to me, "You look old. How old are you?" Ouch! But he's right. As Dr. Kim described, the skin around my mouth is so droopy it actually looks like I had a minor stroke. I have those ugly marionette lines around my mouth and excess skin under my neck. The excess skin on my eyelids pools and looks crepy beneath my makeup. Underneath my eyes looks like I feel unwell. While I feel uncomfortable about the money I'm spending to get this surgery done, it's going to make such a difference in the way I feel and present myself to the world that I believe it's worth it. Although I have 20 yrs on you, I hope and pray that my results are as amazing as yours. Blessings to you always.
Mary Ann
Mary ann,, so how did it turn out???
I so appreciate you sharing your story,I had a surgeon do a surgery without consent and dispute my neck under chin area.I only wanted necktite/Facetite and Morpheus 8 face,neck and chest.I only say this because I didn’t want a platysmalplasty because I wanted quick freshen up before Vegas.Well,suffice to say I looked disfigured and haven’t felt the same since.Seeing Dr Kim’s work gives me hope.I trust you care ❤
Ugh! I just had a mid face thread lift which isn't even permanent and it was 5600.00 with a horrific recovery. I should've watched this first. I just had it a week ago.
Do you mind me asking how much was this? Or at least a ballpark figure.
Thank you in advance.
You look amazing !
(I was in the beauty industry for 20 years.) I think you look fantastic. The one thing I'm very impressed with is that you don't look altered. (Have seen too many women looking artificial; especially if they work on the lips.)
Girl …. Looking at the pics with the super bruised eyes and the first thought I had was “damn her skin is flawless” 🤣🤣🤣
Definitely appreciate this video … I’m starting research on getting rid of my Turkey neck. Love this info and the way it is presented. Thank you! Love you, as always 🥰💜
Thank you my friend! I think my skin looked good because the eyes looked so BAD lol...Sharp contrast 😂 I hope you are having a great week!
Thank you so much for sharing your story. You look amazing and if I didn’t see the title, I never would have known you had surgery. Congratulations and I’m so happy it went well for you. Watching Dr. Kim explain this process has truly eased my feelings on getting this procedure done in the future.
Penny, You look beautiful and this was helpful as I'm considering surgery down the road. I'm so happy for you! xo
Thank you Christine ❤️❤️❤️
Thankyou for such a heart filled video. I really care for my skin. Its healthy and beautiful. Your video is very thought provoking. Just as your before and afters are: you see often women looked aged and they have surgery, but you didn't. You look great. My struggle is that I'm noticeably aging alot at 57. My face is moving down and forward. Im sort of starting not to reckognize it. I have to readjust my feelings because I have 0 dollars for any in office procedures or surgery. I either have to let that go and my feelings about my face or somehow make better $$. It's important not to focus on my looks too much. I just realized there could be far worse situations in life than not having $$ for surgery.
Thankyou for sharing, you made the surgery a bit less scary seeming.
All the good looking women in their 50s had a face lift. Topicals and devices just don’t really work… better to save up
I’ve been using red/nir light & some home devices for about 2 1/2 years now & my skin is in the best shape I can get it😂! I think ur right-these home devices don’t cut it like surgery. I decided to get a deep plane face, neck & browlift to address the sagging underneath the skin! I’m scheduled for June 5😊
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How did it go??
@@KChapman6079 thank u for asking! It went GREAT!!! All is well though I’m still healing! I’m so glad I did it. All my friends think it’s a big difference & I think so too. The only thing I would tell anyone about a facelift is allow 2 weeks until “going out”…I saw some women that were going out after a week but not me! I was still swollen & tight at one week😂
@@KChapman6079 The weirdest thing happened during the surgery as the Surgeon was stitching me up…I woke up & remembered where I was, what was going on, but it was just strange to wake up in the middle of a facelift! No pain really-just some swelling, tightness & a little soreness in certain areas like the ears. They don’t even have to prescribe narcotic pain relievers!
I very much would like to do a neck-lift but I’m concerned about scars around the ears.. what can you tell me about that?
Thank you SOOOOO much! GREAT video and I understand your need to state the obvious about no one NEEDING to do anything to make themselves more beautiful. I appreciate this…hate that you have to state but Understandably so. Fantastic process and Dr. Kim sounds AMAZING. Thank you and his schedule will likely fill up for 2022 based on your thorough and wonderful video. We need more surgeons like him. And you look fantastic! Subtle but noticeable! THANK YOU!!!
Dr Kim Is amazing 🤩
I’m so thankful for surgeons like him who are kind and reasonable as well as skilled artists. A gem!!
Thank you Lindy for those kind words, they mean so much to me! 🥲❤️
How much time did rhe surgery last ?
I really appreciate that you are talking about this Penny dear, for multiple reasons.. it's important for influencers to be "out" about these things so we aren't setting up unrealistic expectations for ourselves, but also because I'm super interested in all the skin stuffs too!!! 😘😘
Thank you Leah ❤️
I completely agree!
Oh, I wish I could do this!!
I had to save for a couple years, I understand so much wanting to do it!
You are absolutely stunning! Thank you for showing us your most vulnerable moments. You just radiate joy and positivity, and I love that! You have healed beautifully. Thanks for all you do for us here and in the FB group!❤️❤️🥰🥰
Tina, thank you for this incredibly kind comment 🥲
For five whole seconds my brain refused to read this as anything other than "sugary diary" which had me SOOOO confused.😆😆😆 I think I need a nap.
Love your channel! I'm too chicken to get elective surgeries, but I still love learning from all your vids!❤️
I NEED a sugar diary after the holidays!! Lol
For a second I was scared thinking I put sugary instead of surgery 😂😂😂
Omygosh Meee toooo!!!!🤣🤣🤣
Me too.
I’m so so glad I have found you! Im 47 and have recently lost around 50 lbs . I had my last baby 6 years ago and I’m now in peri menopause. I now have exactly the same problem on my neck now. It lax and saggy . It really gets me down 😢I’m saving up for a lower face and neck lift , and I don’t care what anyone says ! I still feel young and the mirror now reflects someone I don’t recognise. Thank you so so much for sharing your journey. You are absolutely beautiful ❤ much love from the UK ❤
Thank you so much Shari!!!
Thank you for sharing your story, Penny. I’ve always had a sharp, well-defined jawline but now that I’m 46, I’m noticing quite a bit of neck laxity. It’s due to heredity as well as gaining & losing weight over the years. I live in FL & it’s not feasible for me to travel to Oregon for the procedure & follow up visits during recovery. Would you happen to know of a facial plastic surgeon in FL whom you can recommend for the platysmaplasty?
Hi Henna, I’m Florida as well. Looking a reputable surgeon myself.
I will see if I can find some reputable recommendations ❤️
Dr.Christian Drehsen in downtown St. Pete. www.cliniqueps.com Board certified. He is truly gifted in aesthetics and faces. He just did fat injections - taking fat from my waist, and put it in my temples, brows, and cheeks. Super easy, local anesthesia. The goal is to stimulate cell regeneration and adding the adipose tissue, he says the fat dissolves, but the stem cells will stay. I am 51, and ready for the blephs and deep plane lift. He did this as the first step. So far, it has been 3 weeks today, and I am loving what he did.
Really helpful for people to see the process. Very comforting for those going through the same. It looks so fabulous on you! You’re a star to share it ❤
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Thank you!!
at 48 I had everything sucked, plucked and tucked. I can't stress enough to get an oculoplastic surgeon. I'm 64 and don't think I will need any more surgery because of my device and skin care regime. Love you Penn...and Frank, too!!
What is your device regimen?
That was the best exlanation of facelift techniques, thank you and Dr Kim!
How Beautiful your results turned out. You really didn’t need much done. I just turned 64. I’m researching to get ready for all of these procedures. Thanks for sharing. Much ❤️ ❤️
You are incredible !!!! So much emotion came up as you shared sooo vulnerably and lovingly. You showed Sooo much respect for us alll no matter what bothers or matters to us. Thank you so much for showing up exactly as you do .
Lisa, thank you so much for being here and for getting it. I appreciate this so much! 😅❤️
You look amazing, Penny! Dr Kim is a wonderful surgeon! You look at least 15 years younger. If I had not seen this update, I would have never guessed it was because of surgery👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 you look completely natural and gorgeous!
Thank you so much 😊
Penny thank you for sharing such an intimate part of your life, it is absolutely fascinating! I must say that you are absolutely beautiful, inside and out, with hair, no hair, with makeup, no makeup, just such a gorgeous human being! I’m a long time fan from Australia and just want to say thanks for sharing all your knowledge with all things “beauty”, love your work gorgeous girl!
Wow! The eye bleph looks amazing! It really did make an amazing difference.
Thank you for being so transparent. Love a non- gatekeepy queen. You look great btw
Thank you so much for this video. It was very helpful. I have a facelift, etc scheduled for October. Seeing your recovery gives me confidence in my decision. 😊
I loved this channel and wanted to think that there are many options before having to have surgery. If the over the counter products don't work for someone knowledgable about their use, than there is NO hope for the rest of us. At least you were honest.
OTC things, skincare in general, works on skin. Surgery works on deep structures. It’s not that one doesn’t work…it’s that it only works on what it’s supposed to work on. 😊
Great video. also best explanation of deep plane I've heard
Really great reporting. This is probably the best explanation of this process that I’ve seen so far. You presented the facts and also chronicled your own personal experience. Great work!
Thank you Julie! ❤️
Thank you so much for being so open and honest with us. It is very helpful. You look beautiful!
I'm glad you are wearing your "star" necklace today because that's what YOU are. Your transparency is commendable. I appreciate you saying that you do not judge anyone on what they want to do or not do. You're gorgeous (before, during & after) and we value your knowledge. Thank you.
Thank you so much Donna❤️
I definitely don’t judge-my 3 very best friends have done nothing-one of them has never even had Botox. They’re all gorgeous to me. I truly think it’s just very personal 🙂
Thank you for your kindness, it’s appreciated more than you know!
Beautiful work and I can see the sparkle in your eyes. Beautiful work and definitely work it. It's just a nice little refresher which is perfect.
Great that you confirm what seems to be normal for us all which is that recovery from swelling can take one year
Wow. YOU are #goals for 47. I've followed you for a few years and respect your knowledge and the research you put into your videos. I'm also in your FB group and find it such a useful place for anything skincare related. I do Appreciate your transparency. You look great!!!
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind comment ❤️
I’m so glad you’re in the group! It’s such a supportive group of people…I feel so lucky to have you all 🙏🥰
@@PENNSMITHSKINCARE hi, will u please explain how bad or long the neck tightness was after?
This video was very helpful… I am going to my Doctor for 4 week check up and after seeing your video I realize that my face is looking pretty normal considering the time frame. My only regret is that I didn’t do it 5 years earlier.. Thank you for the information.