Dear Susan,
I am a 60-year-old male who feels younger than I look. I just started a new business and would love to freshen up my look. Should I consider plastic surgery or just accept my tired face?
Sincerely,
Droopy, but not as tired as I look
Dear Droopy,
According to statistics, the demand for plastic surgery for men has seen a significant rise in recent years. And why shouldn’t it? Finding a surgeon that will operate on a man is tricky because it’s harder to hide the scars in a man’s hairline or beard. The top cosmetic procedures for men are:
- Eyelid rejuvenation
- Rhinoplasty (nose job)
- Liposuction (who knew?)
- Gynecomastia (male breast reduction)
- Penile augmentation
But don’t worry, I am not suggesting that you need any of these. There are plenty of non-surgical options when it comes to plastic surgery for men. Botox or, as the young people say, Brotox, is a great place to start. When I did research for this reply, I found out that #brotox has amassed over 18.5 million views on TikTok! This definitely signals a growing acceptance of male cosmetic procedures.
Before doing anything surgical, get clear on why you are doing it and how you want to feel afterwards. It is important to have conversations with a number of surgeons, and to have a clear concept of the outcome. Also be prepared that some of your current friends may view any changes you make as a reason to de-friend you. This happens more than one would think in the case of plastic surgery for men. As far as penile augmentation, don’t do it.
Botox can help soften lines and reduce wrinkles, which creates a more youthful, refreshed appearance. Men have an advantage over women in that their skin is thicker and has more collagen — I had no idea! That being said, improving the tone of your skin as you age is super helpful. Treatments that exfoliate, like microdermabrasion, can also make your skin smoother —and who doesn’t want that? You may want to go down the proverbial rabbit hole of skincare products for men that have daily sunscreen and maybe some active ingredients like retinol or hyaluronic acid.
Men should embrace practicing self-care, so here is permission to “manscape” to your heart’s content.
I also think you should consider a new hairstyle. A fresh new style can work wonders for your overall appearance and confidence.
So, there you have it, my friend. Embrace sunscreen, grow a beard (or rock some light facial hair), have some BRO-tox, and rock a killer haircut. It’s time to take charge of your appearance and embrace your full potential. You’ll be like a new man in no time!!
And hey, if you’re single, give me a call.
