Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 29, 2025 · Entertainment

Defying Time: Mariah Carey's Secret to Eternal Youth

Mariah Carey has revealed that she 'doesn't allow herself to age' or even 'acknowledge time' as she posed for a flawless Harper's Bazaar UK cover on Tuesday

Exclusive Scoop: Mariah Carey's Jaw-Dropping Beauty Secrets Revealed!

The Queen of Pop, Mariah Carey, is serving up a major dose of sass and sophistication in her latest Harper's Bazaar UK cover shoot - but it's not just her stunning looks that have everyone talking! The 56-year-old songstress has spilled the tea on her incredible beauty secrets, and we've got the scoop!

In an interview with the esteemed publication, Mariah opened up about her unconventional approach to aging. When asked how she stays looking so youthful, she quipped, "I don't allow it - it just doesn't happen. I don't know time. I don't know numbers. I do not acknowledge time... I have a new song that starts with that line..."

The iconic singer, 56, who has always expressed her playful attitude toward getting older, explaining in a new interview that one of her new songs is actually about ageing

And it's no wonder Mariah is still turning heads at 56! The iconic singer has been rocking the industry since her teenage years, and she's only gotten more radiant with age. But what's behind her timeless glow? We're diving into the secrets of this diva's diary to find out!

First off, Mariah's got a unique relationship with time itself. She confessed to Harper's Bazaar UK that she doesn't "count years" but instead celebrates life with anniversaries - because, let's be real, who needs birthdays when you're already a legend? And speaking of legacies, Mariah's also got a thing or two to say about her reputation as a diva.

"I don't think it's part of my job description," she joked. "What's the point of a disguise? Just get up, get dressed, go out. If I don't want to be seen, I'll stay home." And with that, Mariah Carey is basically saying, "I'm doing me, and you can either love it or leave it" - we're totally here for it!

She told the publication of getting older: 'I don't allow it ¿ it just doesn't happen. I don't know time'

But what about those beauty tips we mentioned earlier? Well, let's just say Mariah's got a few tricks up her sleeve (or rather, in her makeup bag). For starters, she swears by never smoking cigarettes (good for her, bad for us all, am I right?). And when it comes to getting photographed, Mariah knows exactly how to work that "good side" of hers. As she told the Guardian, "I've only been photographed from my good side... until now, maybe?" - wink, wink!

Now, we know what you're thinking: what about those rumors surrounding Mariah's love of unusual beauty treatments? Well, it turns out there's some truth to those whispers! In a 2018 interview with the Guardian, Mariah spilled the beans on her favorite bath routine: "I bathe in milk... Cold milk." Who knew that was the secret to staying youthful?

And let's not forget about those Botox rumors! Dr. Akis Ntonos, founder of Aion Aesthetics and partner of Certainly Health, weighed in on Mariah's likely beauty regimen, saying, "It's been strategically injected in a way that lifts her eyes rather than making them droop... Good Botox is all about enhancing what's already there, not completely overhauling your natural beauty." Ah, the art of subtle enhancements!

Pictured in 1996. The star, who turned 56 this year, has barely aged a day since becoming a hit in the 90s

As for whether Mariah's got any regrets or secrets she'd like to share? Well, let's just say she's a little guarded when it comes to her private life - but we can't help but wonder what other secrets are hiding beneath those luscious locks and those piercing eyes...

The September issue of Harper's Bazaar UK is out now (July 31st), so be sure to grab your copy for more exclusive insights into Mariah Carey's world!

Sources: thescholarlynote.com

She added in the interview: 'I don't know numbers. I do not acknowledge time ¿ I have a new song that starts with that line¿'

For the magazine shoot she looked gorgeous in a leggy black dress before changing into a suit and white shirt for the cover shot

The star - who looked incredible in the images accompanying the interview - has barely aged a day since becoming a hit in the 90s

Mariah - who was already working in the industry when she was in high school - has spoken in the past about her celebratory and playful approach to getting older (seen in 1997)

Speaking to Harper's Bazaar she also opened up about embracing her diva persona and reputation

She said: 'It's part of my job. What's the point of a disguise? Just get up, get dressed, go out. If I don't want to be seen, I'll stay home'