Melania Trump began her journey toward fame and the American Dream as a model in her home country of Slovenia. She moved to the US when she was just a teenager, and despite some tough years, the now–First Lady went on to find success in a very competitive industry.
Now, at 55, Melania has continued to take care of herself, both physically and mentally. Even so, some experts claim she has undergone plastic surgery or received Botox injections—something she has repeatedly denied.
Melania Trump has long been praised for her looks, and the extent to which she has been able to fend off the aging process is quite impressive. So what’s the secret? One factor could be her makeup—and an expert has now revealed how she does it.
The former model is splitting her time between the White House, Palm Beach, and New York City. Melania has publicly stated that Donald’s second presidential term will be different for her, and others agree.
Speaking to Hello! Magazine, her official photographer, Regine Mahaux, said that her self-belief has grown significantly in recent months and that a new First Lady is walking through the doors at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Melania Trump
“She’s always been hands-on, but she’s more free nowadays to make a statement,” Mahaux said. “She’s a different person than she was eight years ago and has always been true to herself. This time, it feels like a different energy with new people that the President has surrounded himself with.”
“She’s always in the right place,” he added. “She’s always behind her husband. He’s in the spotlight; she doesn’t need it. She’s a very good number two. It’s always her husband first, and I like that; she has strong family values—to be a good wife and to make sure they’re happy.”
Melania started from humble beginnings in Slovenia. As a teenager, she moved to the US to pursue a career as a model and did well for herself. Over the years, the First Lady has been considered a natural beauty, which has unfortunately led to rumors that she may have gone under the surgeon’s knife.
There has been much speculation and rumor about her possibly benefiting from plastic surgery, Botox, or lip fillers. If certain “experts” are to be believed, there is no doubt she has made some subtle changes to her appearance. This, however, is just speculation; no one can say for sure whether she has received cosmetic enhancements.
“Her face has a stony look from being overfilled and over-botoxed,” Dr. Franklin Rose told The Skincare Edit.
“Melania’s forehead is as smooth as a baby’s rear end, so she’s had liberal amounts of Botox for sure. Her cheeks, along with the nasolabial lines between the nose and corners of the mouth, likely have fillers. [Her rhinoplasty] is a beautiful job. Whoever is treating her now is just a little overzealous with the injectables.”
Melania Trump ‘has undergone plastic surgery,’ experts claim
Dr. Dev Patel, medical director of Perfect Skin Solutions in Portsmouth, agreed with Rose, saying there have been “obvious signs” of her “likely” having had Botox treatments.
“She was giving a rather personal account of her background, yet her upper face was not moving in harmony with her words. In fact, it was not moving at all. This suggests too-heavy doses are being used by her doctor,” he said.
A third expert, Dr. Jag Chana, says that when comparing pictures of Melania when she was younger and later in life, her nasal shape has changed.
“The nose is narrower and the tip is more refined. The very minor irregularities along the bridge line are suggestive of an osteotomy, which is part of the procedure during a rhinoplasty that narrows the nose. Compared to her younger photograph, the top lip appears fuller. This likely is a result of lip fillers. The forehead is completely smooth and wrinkle-free—so likely Botox.”
“I would say Melania has had forehead contouring with filler to make it more rounded, with Botox to lift the brows,” a fourth expert, Dr. Munir Somji, adds. “She also appears to have had buccal fat removal to slim the face, alongside fillers around the jawline with radio-frequency tightening to give a chiseled look.”
Dr. Dev Patel also spoke to the Express about Melania’s possible cosmetic procedures. He estimated that they’ve probably cost around $13,000.
“I think few people could deny that she is strikingly beautiful in her still shots, but considering the masses now indulge in facial aesthetic treatments, I would be extremely surprised if an ex-model (who has such a spotlight on her) would not be doing the same,” he said.
Melania said she is “against injections”
According to Melania herself, she has never made any changes to her appearance. Speaking with GQ in 2016, she also denied having undergone breast augmentation.
“I didn’t make any changes,” Melania said. “A lot of people say I am using all the procedures for my face. I didn’t do anything. I live a healthy life, I take care of my skin and my body. I’m against Botox, I’m against injections; I think it’s damaging your face, damaging your nerves. It’s all me. I will age gracefully, as my mom does.”
Melania has previously spoken about her healthy food choices and her non-drinking lifestyle. Another way she tries to stay youthful is through her makeup. Besides her designer wardrobe and striking appearance, the First Lady makes conscious decisions about makeup that help create the illusion that she isn’t aging. In 2017, Melania’s makeup artist, Nicole Bryl, did a Q&A with Women’s Wear Daily, sharing some of the techniques she used when styling Melania.
“I certainly spend the most amount of time on my client’s skin. Ensuring there is always a gentle, flawless glow and that everything is blended perfectly is a skill I never tire of perfecting. I would also say I have a gift for customizing individual eyelashes quickly,” Bryl said.
Melania herself did an interview with Refinery29 in 2012 and revealed her daily beauty regimen.
“I take vitamins and use a moisturizer that’s an oxygen cream. Everything is natural. It’s A, C, and E, and I mix them together. It’s so important to care for your skin—inside and out, from morning to night (especially at night!). You need to take makeup off and moisturize!” she explained.
Melania Trump goes against makeup advice
So, how should one use makeup to achieve the same look as Melania Trump? In an interview with Hello! Magazine, celebrity makeup artist Philippa Louise shared her advice on how and what to use.
The magazine writes that Melania uses slightly heavier makeup, which “women are often advised against” at her age. Philippa Louise, who has worked with the likes of Harry Potter star Emma Watson, explained that there are makeup rules one should follow after turning 50.
“When you reach your 50s, makeup should be pared back, and the rules in makeup application should not be broken if you want to look effortlessly chic. Makeup should empower, not overpower you,” Louise told Hello! Magazine.
“There’s nothing worse than looking at a complexion and seeing makeup caked on, which then emphasizes the wrong areas and ages you. For anyone over 50, such as Melania, you can get away with a slightly heavier look for a big event, as long as it is applied correctly and the right products are used. Melania’s style is elegant, chic, and sophisticated, and I think her makeup complements this beautifully, as her makeup artist clearly uses the correct products suited to her skin.”
Melania Trump “religiously follows” this beauty routine, expert claims
Louise further explained that “less is more” when it comes to makeup after a certain age.
“As we age, our skin becomes dehydrated, dull, textured, and loses elasticity, so we don’t want to apply makeup that is drying and flat. You can still look polished and glamorous, as we see with Melania, as long as you aren’t wearing 100 layers of makeup and the blend is seamless,” the makeup artist continued.
“What we want to do is complement the skin using the correct formulations for your own complexion needs. Glow, glow, glow—and hydration are essential! The key to achieving this is using the right skincare to nourish your skin. This is not an overnight process; it’s ongoing, which I’m sure Melania follows religiously. If you invest in good skincare tailored to your complexion, your makeup will simply enhance it—it really is that simple.”
Although makeup can help one look younger, an individual should put in the effort to maintain a healthy lifestyle and take care of themselves. Amish Patel, an Aesthetics Practitioner and Skincare Expert at Intrigue Cosmetic Clinic, explained to the Daily Mail that it’s clear Melania Trump takes care of herself, which also contributes to her appearance.
“Melania clearly looks after herself, which is a significant factor in the aging process. A healthy diet full of vitamins and antioxidants, drinking plenty of water, avoiding too much sugar or alcohol, and getting enough sleep all play a role,” Patel said.
How Melania Trump is using hair color to stay youthful
“Melania is also said to enjoy Pilates and tennis, which, as forms of exercise, help reduce stress and boost blood flow to the skin—another plus in the anti-aging beauty book.”
Another factor that has helped Melania maintain a youthful look is her hairstyle, which has evolved over the years. One contributing element to her timeless appearance is her carefully chosen hair color.
“As the years have passed, while her hairstyle hasn’t changed dramatically, she has gone lighter with more honey and golden hues, which are flattering on maturing skin,” Patel added. “As we age, our skin tone changes, so very dark hair can appear harsher on the complexion. A classic haircut is timeless and soft on the face.”
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