Famous people surely understand that life in the limelight comes with advantages and disadvantages; one of the main latter ones is that they’ll always be judged based on every little thing they do. This pressure often makes some of them (well, let’s face it – most of them) surrender to different beauty ideals, which is why there are almost no celebs who haven’t touched their faces or bodies.
We’re created images that vividly illustrate the surgeries and procedures some of the biggest stars in Hollywood chose to undergo, while, of course, taking into consideration the natural aging process (and unlimited amounts of makeup.
The lips aren’t the only thing Kylie Jenner had done
Queen of makeup and reality TV, Kylie Jenner is known for (or because) of a lot of this, but one of the biggest controversies she caused when she was younger was a discussion about her lips. At first, she wouldn’t admit that she had them enlarged; when she finally admitted to the injections, people started wondering – has she had more procedures done at such a young age?
Experts believe Jenner has gotten her buccal fat removal surgically to accentuate her cheekbones. In addition, they also claim her nose got smaller after a rather dainty nose job, and they believe she had a brow lift as well. If all of that wasn’t enough, the young entrepreneur finally admitted that she had breast augmentation surgery when she was only 19 years old.
Selena Gomez’s minor changes had a major impact
Selena Gomez is one of those celebrities who are usually not suspected of having had plastic surgery, especially since she’s usually against it, but photographic evidence tells us otherwise. According to industry experts, the former Disney princess has had an extensive amount of cosmetic surgery in her face.
Her nose doesn’t suddenly look more pointed and narrow – this is not just a result of phenomenal makeup skills. Medical experts claim Gomez most probably had a mellow rhinoplasty, and her lips also look fuller and plumper than ever. Another area to notice is her eyes and eyebrows – her eyebrows look more raised and curved, most likely due to a cosmetic eyebrow lift.
Zac Efron’s jawline is practically a different person
Zac Efron has come a long way from his High School Musical days – and we’re not just talking about his acting. When fans first noticed his dramatically different jawline in a promotional clip, the internet went wild. Was it surgery? Was it swelling? Was it… an accident?
Efron later explained that he’d shattered his jaw and needed reconstructive work, which changed his appearance. But that didn’t stop cosmetic surgeons from speculating. Many suggest he’s had additional jawline contouring and perhaps fillers to refine his new look. Accident or not, Zac’s transformation is one for the books.
Bella Hadid is the poster girl for ‘subtle’ plastic surgery (that isn’t actually subtle)
Bella Hadid may have denied most procedures in interviews, but cosmetic surgeons across the board beg to differ. Her famously sharp features – fox-like eyes, a snatched jaw, and an ultra-slim nose – look a lot different from her early modeling days.
She’s admitted to one rhinoplasty as a teenager, but experts also suspect a canthoplasty (a.k.a. “fox eye surgery”), buccal fat removal, and a brow lift. The result? A supermodel face that’s more sculpted than a Michelangelo statue – just don’t expect her to talk about it.
Khloé Kardashian’s transformation isn’t just good angles
The popular reality TV star has openly talked about the pressure of growing up in the Kardashian spotlight, especially next to her sisters Kim and Kourtney, and has also admitted to getting a nose job. But experts believe the change goes deeper than that.
Her slimmer face shape, elevated brows, and perfectly contoured cheeks have led doctors to speculate about buccal fat removal, fillers, botox, and a possible eye lift. While the Kardashian brand is built on the image of unattainable perfection, Khloé’s evolution is one of the most dramatic (and dissected) of them all.
Dove Cameron might be a real-life filter
Remember Dove Cameron in her Disney days? That sweet, round face, girl-next-door vibe? Now she’s giving full-on Bratz doll energy. Experts believe she’s undergone multiple facial procedures to achieve her ultra-defined look.
From a sharper nose to fuller lips and a possible brow lift, surgeons suspect it’s a combination of rhinoplasty, lip filler, and contouring surgeries. Her jawline also looks suspiciously angular, leading some to point to jaw shaving or chin filler. Whatever she did, it worked – she kind of looks like a CGI version of herself.
Joe Jonas is proof that even pop stars love a little tweak
Unlike most celebs on this list, Joe Jonas has actually been pretty open about getting injectables. In fact, he became a spokesperson for cosmetic treatments marketed to men.
Doctors speculate he’s had botox to smooth out his forehead and filler to subtly enhance his jawline and under-eye area. It’s nothing dramatic – just enough to keep him looking youthful without messing with his signature look. The result? A glow-up that’s refreshingly honest.
How come we never noticed the insane amount of procedures Blake Lively has had done?
Blake Lively has always been a beautiful lady, but we admit it took us quite a while to realize the amount of procedures she’s had in her face – all while she’s already hyper-famous. Like a lot of other celebrities, it’s crystal clear that Lively has had a nose job that made it pointier, also making the bridge of her nose slimmer.
In addition to the complicated procedure, the actress doesn’t have that gummy smile anymore – most likely thanks to lip filling combined with a medical procedure that changes the shape of one’s gums. Eyelid work has also been done, because as you can see, her eyes are now way more open than they were before.
Megan Fox didn’t just evolve – she sculpted a brand new face
Megan Fox was already considered one of the most beautiful women in Hollywood, but her recent look has sparked rumors of… strategic enhancements. According to cosmetic experts, Fox likely had a nose job, lip filler, cheek augmentation, and botox (plus some jawline refinement.)
The result is a hyper-symmetrical, ultra-defined version of her original face. Love it or hate it, Megan’s transformation is the blueprint for a modern-day ‘Instagram face’ – flawless, frozen, and endlessly fascinating.
Lil’ Kim’s transformation is impossible to ignore
Lil’ Kim has undergone one of the most talked-about and controversial transformations in pop culture. Over the years, her face has changed so dramatically that many fans can barely recognize her.
Experts believe she’s had multiple rhinoplasties, cheek and lip filler, a brow lift, and skin-lightening treatments. It’s a dramatic shift that’s raised both aesthetic and cultural questions, but one thing’s for sure: it’s impossible not to notice.
Ryan Gosling’s face aged like fine wine – with some surgical fermentation
Ryan Gosling has always been handsome, but take a closer look at his face now compared to his early Notebook era, and the changes are hard to ignore.
Experts believe he may have had a rhinoplasty in the beginning of his career that made the bridge of his nose narrower and more sculpted. Some also point to possible jawline filler or a chin implant that gives his face a stronger, more angular look. It’s not drastic – but it’s enough to turn “cute heartthrob” into “smoldering leading man.” He still looks like Ryan… just the upgraded, Oscar-ready version.
Ariana Grande’s transformation hits all the (high) notes
Ariana Grande has played coy about plastic surgery, but experts – and fans alike – have definitely noticed the shift. From her Victorious days to her current ultra-glam persona, she’s gone from cute teen to high-fashion icon. Cosmetic surgeons speculate she’s had a brow lift (to achieve that lifted cat-eye look), upper eyelid surgery, subtle rhinoplasty, and lip fillers. The sleek jawline and impossibly smooth forehead? Likely botox and contouring.
She’s the definition of a slow burn transformation: nothing obvious, but now she looks like a real-life anime character with perfect lighting 24/7.
Final thoughts
In a world where every pore is analyzed in 4K, it’s no surprise that even the most genetically blessed celebs turn to a little enhancement to make themselves feel better under the scrutiny of the public eye. Whether it’s a tweak here or a full-on transformation, one thing’s clear: beauty in Hollywood is rarely 100% natural – and honestly, that’s okay.
At the end of the day, it’s their face, their choice. We’re just here to appreciate the glow-ups… and maybe screenshot a few for our next injector visit.
