By: Temo Mpodi
Smooth, flawless faces are everywhere — at events, in shopping malls, on stage, or across Instagram feeds. In today’s beauty culture, Botox and fillers have become the go-to aesthetic treatments for those wanting to appear picture-perfect and maintain a youthful glow.
Across South Africa and beyond, Botox spas are booming, and celebrities are leading the trend.
We’re not here to tell you to get Botox — or to avoid it. The choice is entirely personal. What’s clear is that some stars are open about their experiences, lifting the lid on the cosmetic procedures behind their polished looks.
Celebrity Botox Confessions
Ariana Grande
In a Vanity Fair video released in September 2024, the Wicked actress revealed: “I’ve had fillers in various places and Botox, but I stopped like four years ago. And that is the extent.”
Selena Gomez
The Who Says singer has occasionally dabbled in Botox, viewing it as part of the price of beauty.
Lady Gaga
Speaking to Howard Stern in 2013, the Born This Way star shared how she went through a phase of getting facial injections while smoking cannabis, visiting a strip mall clinic for Juvéderm treatments. “Now all the stuff is gone,” she added.
The Ever-Evolving Trend
From Hollywood to local influencers, the appeal of Botox is undeniable. But as trends evolve, one timeless piece of advice remains: take care of your body and your health — and it will take care of you.
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