Ricki Lake Celebrates One-Year Facelift Anniversary: Inside Her Transformation Journey

Ricki Lake's Jaw-Dropping Facelift Reveal: "I Wasn't Going to Let Extra Skin Hang Me Up!"

In a shocking move, TV icon Ricki Lake is baring it all - literally! The 56-year-old star is celebrating the one-year anniversary of her facelift on Instagram, giving fans an inside look at her dramatic transformation.

Lake's journey began when she embarked on a weight loss quest, shedding an impressive 40 pounds. But as she got smaller, she was left with "extra skin that hung from below my chin." And let's be real, who wants to deal with that?! Not Ricki Lake, that's for sure!

So, in July 2024, she took the plunge and went under the knife - but not without going public about it. During a recent TV appearance, Lake revealed all about her decision to get a deep plane lower face and neck lift, as well as a mild CO2 laser treatment.

And now, she's giving fans an exclusive peek at her before-and-after pics, showcasing the incredible results of her procedure. Talk about a confidence booster! "One year ago today I did a thing," Lake captioned one of the photos. "Yes, today July 18th, is the one year anniversary of my deep plane lower face and neck lift, plus a mild CO2 laser."

Lake couldn't sing the praises of her Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, Dr. Allen Foulad, enough. She gushed about being in "the best of hands" with him, calling him a "true master in his field." And it's no wonder - after all, Lake has been open about her struggles with body image and self-acceptance.

So, what led Lake to take the leap and get a facelift? Simple: she was tired of dealing with the extra skin. "It was never going to tighten up on its own," she said. "Not at 55." And honestly, who can blame her?

Lake's weight loss journey has been nothing short of remarkable. She's gone from weighing over 260 pounds to a svelte 130 pounds - and she credits it all to good old-fashioned hard work and dedication. No shortcuts or quick fixes for this girl!

But what about the infamous Ozempic craze sweeping Hollywood? Lake set the record straight, insisting that she didn't rely on any medication to aid her weight loss. "I did not go on any drug because I wasn’t prediabetic," she told Us Weekly. "There's nothing wrong with those drugs. They're actually game changers for so many people."

Instead, Lake swears by intermittent fasting, the keto diet, and a rigorous exercise regimen that includes Pilates and two-mile hikes with a weighted vest every day. And don't even get her started on sleep - she prioritizes getting at least 7-8 hours of shut-eye each night.

Lake's journey is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to take control of your health and wellness. And if you're thinking about taking the plunge and getting a facelift, well - Ricki Lake is here for you!