Celeb makeup artist and Lancome spokeswoman, FOF Sandy Linter, is giving away her 4 fave products for FOFs and her new beauty guide, Makeup Wakeup: Revitalizing Your Look at Any Age. To enter, answer this question in the comments below: If you had plastic surgery, would you tell people or keep it a secret?
[Plus! Sandy Linter bares all about her plastic surgery. Read the entire interview here]
Thank you for entering. This contest is now closed.
What you win: Lancôme Absolue Bx lotion, Lancôme Progres eye cream, Lancôme Definicils Waterproof mascara, Lancôme Bi-Facil eye makeup remover
What is your own beauty routine?
I use Lancôme’s Galatee Conforte cleansing milk and their skin tonic called Tonique Douceuer. Then, at night, I use a cream called Platineum Night. I use either a liquid moisturizer from Lancôme, or, if my skin is super dry, I’ll use something called Precious Cells. I just started using Genifique serum on top of the cream because I’m going on a book tour and I’ll need something that’s good for airplane travel. They also have a cream called Progres that is really enriching and does the trick under my eyes.
You like to layer a lot of different products?
Not really. I don’t like thick layering of treatment creams underneath foundation. I hate that look of too much moisturizer — your face looks greasy and when you put your foundation on, you have streaks and caking. I like it all to look nice and smooth. I want my moisturizer and foundation to mix well together.
What foundation do you like?
Lancôme just came out with a foundation called Teint Miracle which is excellent. Every now and then I still use a foundation by Armani. Both formulations are liquid. I’m better off in a liquid than a cream. I’ve found darker toned skin looks better in cream foundation, and lighter toned skin looks better in liquid.
You’ve made up thousands of women over fifty. What is a common beauty blunder you see in this demographic?
A lot of women are still wearing ‘oil free’ moisturizer because it’s what they used when they were young and breaking out. That’s not for you anymore once you hit this age group. You’re not going to get a pimple.
How’s a 20-year-old sales woman behind the department store cosmetics counter going to help me, an FOF?
Many of them have the product lines memorized. They have charts that explain which products are for which age group and which type of skin. It’s all done by science. It’s not about the personality or age of the girl behind the counter.
Do you have a few tips for enhancing your eyes without surgery?
Do your eye makeup first before any face makeup. It prevents double duty cleanup later when your eye shadow flakes fall onto the under-eye and cheek area. Also, use primer to prevent your eye makeup from feathering and creasing.
Help! I have hormonal acne. What do I do to conceal it?
Misting an airbrush foundation can make spots, zits and excess redness virtually disappear.
I’m interested in getting a facelift. Anything I should be particularly wary about?
‘Lunchtime facelifts’ claiming no pain, no scars, no downtime are BS.
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Like Sandy’s tips? For more, read Makeup Wakeup: Revitalizing Your Look at Any Age.
Enter to win Sandy’s 4 fave products for FOFs plus her new beauty guide, Makeup Wakeup: Revitalizing Your Look at Any Age. 1 FOF will win. To enter, answer this question in the comments below: If you had plastic surgery, would you tell people or keep it a secret?
(See all our past winners. See official rules. One winner is chosen at random from all those commenters who answer the question. Contest closes June 16, 2011.)
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Lilo says:
I had my eyelids done and told my closest friends, because I had to explain why I didn’t have enough money for that trip to Greece we’d been talking about!
The Nan says:
Well, since it is usually really obvious I afraid I will spill the beans one way or another. Mercy, I’m terrible at keeping secrets!
kathyire50 says:
LANCOME HAS GREAT PRODUCTS, I HAVE NEVER BEEN DISAPPOINTED IN ANYTHING I HAVE GOTTEN FROM THEM. SEND THEM MY WAY, ANYTIME. AS FOR PLASTIC SURGERY IT IS NOT IN MY FUTURE, I WOULDN’T MENTION IT BECAUSE THE PEOPLE WHO HAVE SAID TO ME “NOTICE ANYTHING DIFFERENT ABOUT ME ” I HAVE SAID NO, AND THEN THEY TOLD ME ABOUT THEIR SURGERY, GOOD AND BAD. I WAS NOT UNOBSERVANT I JUST DON’T NOTICE THOSE THINGS. MY SISTER HAS HAD SEVERAL PROCEDURES, SHE LOOKS THE SAME TO ME.
sandy linter says:
As I professional makeup artist, when my cients ask me, I always tell them the truth. Everyone who buys my book is a client. I tell all because I’m a pro. Otherwise, I’d keep it all a secret, too!!!!
gshep says:
Lancome is my favorite line !!!
Paula Lambert says:
I am almost 69 years old…have very good skin and feel I am quite youthful..had trained professioally in Ballet so keep in pretty good shape except for what skin does no matter what! If asked I would be honest…otherwise..I would let it be..why answer what has not been asked.
Arlene says:
I would share that news only with my best firend.
kelsi123 says:
I would tell people, I believe in doing things to make yourself happy with yourself, as long as it’s for you and not for someone else!
jean ray says:
I would not tell anyone!
atlellie says:
I would only tell the person who drove me to and home from the surgery. Women don’t know how to keep their mouths closed and tell every woman and man that you know, especially if you look good!!! Best to keep it your own secret.
kalee123 says:
No i would wait to see if anyone noticed the difference.
lisas4 says:
I would probably not go around announcing that I had had something done but if someone asked I would tell them the truth.
wendy in wyoming says:
I would tell if asked or maybe just say “why do you ask” , depending who’s asking.
Jill57 says:
depends on whom I’m talking to, close friends would probably be told.
JMeidel says:
I would probably tell. Of course, I want to get ris of the neck area (everyone would notice anyway….).
elgerm says:
I would tell if asked …..
atrenzad says:
if I have plastic surgery, I will keep it a secret in the beginning just to see the people that knows me, their reaction, but will tell afterwards.
Barbara says:
I would not have plastic surgery.
mabolf says:
No, I don’t think I would tell anyone. I would just act like nothing happened and I am just looking better cause I am so happy!
Ann says:
I would keep it a secret–I would like for people to think I am younger than I am…
mothert says:
I’d tell the truth if someone just came out and asked. Otherwise only my closest girlfriends would know the details.
Barb says:
I think I would tell a few very close girl friends, other then that, no.
Linda Theriault says:
If I had a face lift I would only tell my sister first, and I would tell my friends only after it was done. Some day I hope to get some time of facial work done.
Karen Crumpton says:
I would be happy to tell anyone who asked!
Pamela says:
Would LOVE to try these products! Have not found any thing that really helps yet…most are too drying or too light-weight for older skin! Thank you
Sally says:
If I were asked, I would tell.
ddeste says:
I would tell someone if they asked nicely. I am getting upper and lower eyelids done for medical and cosmetic reasons. I would probably pass out business cards if I was pleased with the results.
Pat F. says:
I would tell if asked, but otherwise just let the results speak for them -self.
ann bourget says:
I wouldn’t tell anyone and see if anyone noticed if anything was different about my face/
Millie Wilneff says:
i would keep oit a secret
mercedes grifno says:
As a Lancome customer for many years, I decided to change to another line that is more approrpiate for women over 50 years old. I don’t pretend to diminish Lancome products but, at my age, 52, I am looking for more than Lancome offers. There are other companies less commercialized which are more concerned for the potency of the ingredients deliver on your skin, like Obagy, Dr. Perricone, Kinestase, Peter Roth, etc. I suggest to try one of these and you will the difference.
freda witt says:
I’m not a person to keep secrets. I would tell everyone! Most people know anyway, and trying to keep something like that a secret is just a waste of time. And, I’m assuming I would look so much better I would want everyone to notice!
Maxine says:
I share my plastic surgery results with people. I am now at the point that I would love to have my eyes done. When I do, my experience will be shared
abailey says:
It depends on whose asking and my relationship with that individual. For some it will be MYOB and others all the secrets.
Susan Lockwood says:
Probably would tell close friends ONLY if they asked!
Annemarie623 says:
Probably not before had, but after it was done, I would be so excited that I’d tell everyone!
Valerie says:
If I had plastic surgery I would shout it from the rooftops. Why? because I would be so excited about improvements in my looks.
Debbie Phillips says:
I’d tell people close to me- friends and family. If someone asked me, I’d tell them- but most people would be too polite to ask.
Mona Francis says:
I would probably tell everyone! If I find a great bargain at the Goodwill Store and people comment on it, I proudly say, “I found it at Goodwill!!!” People are going to know that you look different. Do you really think they will believe that you’ve just gotten more sleep?
KAREN COGBURN says:
I would tell my friends & family. Anyone else would just be guessing!!
Margaret says:
If I had plastic surgery I would definitely keep it a secret.
christine says:
Knowing myself, I would tell people even if I meant to keep it secret. I am such a blabber mouth. I probably wouldn’t do something I had to hide.
KAREN COGBURN says:
If I had plastic surgery I would try to keep it a secret.
Michelle says:
Deny, Deny, Deny. I would tell my sister; as she had some things done and told me beforehand.
Sheryl says:
My preference is to keep them guessing!! “Was it a spa week or did she have something done?” There should always be a little mystery to every woman!
Carol says:
I would LOVE to get some work done.
Would I tell? I think any changes would be pretty obvious :-/
I wouldn’t deny it if asked.
Rosemary Simm says:
Anyone who commented about my looks would know in a flash that I was “enhansed by a professional”, and give them the business card for their own use.
Patricia says:
If people asked I would tell them I had plastic surgery. I feel it is a personal choice and except in more than 20 years ago.
Janet George says:
If I had plastic surgery, I would NOT tell a soul. It would be my secret.
Phyllis Hicks says:
I think I would keep it a secret. I would like to see if anyone notice(s)(d) on their own if anything was “different” about me.
kat mccarthy says:
i would freak if id win, gets confusing on what to buy,my daughter has me using elf products right now,some i really like, when i take pics,my skin seems uneven,washed out,, i hate it,,i need help…
Gail Johnson says:
HI,
Would I tell anyone I got a facelift? No. I would just say thank you.. Internally, thanking all those who made it possible.
Glenda says:
Depends on who is asking and how the procedure went.
Ketey says:
I would tell. If I was going to spend that kind of money, I feel I’d have bragging rights!
Portia Asher says:
If I had plastic surgery I would shout it out..everyone would know so I wouldn’t have to pretend that I’m a natural beauty..(I’m natural, but no beauty)…
cher says:
I would tell anyone that asked. So much deciet in general but in the world of beauty it seems we think everyone is gorgeous without help. Sets the rest of us up for feeling not so good about what we have to work with by nature.
bonnie says:
I would tell people,if plastic surgery makes me look and fell better,why not admit it.
Marcie says:
Definitely wouldn’t keep it a secret!
Susan P. says:
I would have plastic surgery only if something horrific happened like a car accident or disfiguring disease, and then it wouldn’t matter if I told or not since it would be obvious.
Anna says:
I have no problem telling, since I know it would never happen. I’m to chicken to go under the knife.
KAREN COGBURN says:
I would tell my friends & family. I would not be able to hide the obvious.
Jane Dockstader says:
Yes, I would… but not right away, and if asked, not volunteer. Everyone talks about themselves too much, but if I were asked, I would reply, Yes,.
MJ says:
I would share my secret eith close friends and family but not the rest of the world.
Cat Martinez says:
I would if they asked. What is the point in lying, you can always tell, even if it is a freshen up. some you can just tell worse that others. for example
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Sandy Linter- good way, she is still such a stunner, and a great example of the Right Way.
Christine says:
I wouldn’t go and shout it from the rooftops that I had it done, but if someone asked I would tell them. I would naturally tell those close to me from the get go.
Gale B. says:
At my age (60), I am sure my family and close friends would see the difference so there would be no sense in trying to hide it. But I wouldn’t broadcast it to office co-workers or casual friends. It’s really none of their business.
KAREN COGBURN says:
I would tell my close friends & family.
Jill says:
oh yes I would tell: as a FOF you have to be honest!
Sandra Crispo says:
I recently lost 38 lbs and plan to lose more, if I could ever afford plastic surgery, would not be to change looks because everyone in my life thinks I am beautiful inside and out; having said that would not be adverse to having all the loose flesh etc. fixed.
Rachael Nickle says:
I would tell people if I were to undergo plastic surgery
but to be truthful wouldn’t have a full face lift.
MK says:
I’d tell – never did learn to keep my mouth shut!
Emmy says:
Thank you so much for this I LOVE Lancome products they leave EVERYONE looking younger and healthier and this book sounds amazing:)!!! I would tell my family and closest friends and if someone asks I would say yes but I would not o around just telling everyone.
Valerie says:
If they don’t ask, don’t tell!
Soledad says:
I see no reason to let anyone know if I had plastic surgery. Having said that, I probably wouldn’t have anything major done anyway.
I prefer trying to keep my skin looking good with products like the ones that are being offered here and I would sure like to win. 🙂
Mrs Melodia says:
I would tell. It isn’t shamefull!
Toni says:
If I had plastic surgery…i would fess up. If you have it done, its your truth. Live it. Enjoy.
d. prewitt says:
Well I have and did tell close friends and family. Now folks I haven’t seen in a while just wonder, new hairdo? Life treating you really well? You’ve lost weight?
d. prewitt says:
Interesting, as I have had PS and did tell some close friends and of course family. Now folks I haven’t seen cannot quite figure out…new hairdo? life really treating you well?
anash says:
its not something i ever see myself doing- i wouldnt tell anyone!
Sandra says:
I wouldn’t hide it but I wouldn’t advertise it either. It just depends on the conversation.
Alyssa says:
I would tell the truth if anyone asked, but wouldn’t volunteer that information!
KAREN COGBURN says:
I would definitely tell because it would be obvious. Honesty is the best policy.
Alene says:
I would definitely tell people, if they asked. I can be as thin and as fit as I can, and the genetic double chin and loosening skin remain. I think it would be hard not to notice the change. So, honesty it is!
Patrice says:
If I had plastic surgery, I would want it to be subtle and I think I would keep it to myself. It’s really no one’s business. But if were going to have something dramatic done in the future, I would not mind admitting to the surgery, but I don’t think I would bring it up in conversation or make a big deal out of it. The truth for me is that I’m not fond of surgery and don’t like the idea of being put under so it’s probably unlikely I would have surgery, but it’s a great fantasy to think about!
Laura Abshier says:
I would tell my close friends. and let others think I look well rested.
Amy McKay says:
All I want to be – is the best I can be. I hope by furthering that goal, unashamed, others are emboldened. Love yourself and use that energy elsewhere.
Debbie T. says:
The only surgery I would ever do would be for a medical reason. Depending on the reason, I might tell certain people.
Carole Penner says:
I would tell my closest friends and family, but I wouldn’t advertise it to my co-workers. It would be great if they would just comment that I have “a glow” about me!
Norma Axel says:
I would tell my very close friends and family and just thank the others who comment on how good I look!!
Lisa Hoch says:
Though I can’t imagine a scenario where I would ever get plastic surgery, IF I did, I would only tell if asked. Otherwise, it’s really nobody’s business, but mine!
Tina says:
I would tell people if I had plastic surgery. Then I wouldn’t have to explain anything after the fact.
joyzkim says:
I would never tell!!Let them guess….
Mary says:
I would not tell people bc I would want to see their reactions to my face and see if they notice. If they say something I would just kind of golss it over. Maybe when I’m more comfortable with it, I would eventually tell them. But I don’t think they have to know.
dell spier says:
I would love to win the Lancom products!
mamayogi says:
personal choice of course. but whey not give credit where credit is due. most people with a youthful look are not freaks of nature, they really take care of themselves and have spent a little money to maintain the look. Nowadays, cosmetic help is very common.
mamayogi says:
why not? I think it is only right to let people know if you look good or better than most, you reveal why. most people (with cosmetic surgery) are not freaks of nature, they have had help along the way. give credit where credit is due.
Sandra Velle says:
I would probably not tell. Hopefully the surgery would only result in subtle improvements. I don’t think I would do anything drastic.
Vonnette says:
Depends what the surgery was and who’s asking. The nosy, obnoxious office gossip? No way I’ll feed her fodder. But close friends and family, I would share.
KAREN COGBURN says:
I would definitely tell. Honesty is the best policy. It would be obvious.
Judy Pace says:
IF, I ever had plastic surgery, I definitely would tell my very close friends – and just let the others guess!!
Linda Theriault says:
I would only tell if someone ask me? And I think it takes a lot of nerve to come right out and ask someone.
Laura Borud says:
I would tell if someone asks, I’m pretty open about most things and would not lie. If I’m thrilled about the results why not brag up the doctor!!
Elaine Gasaway says:
First of all, I wouldn’t have plastic surgery. But if I did, I certainly wouldn’t tell anyone about it. What’s the point of telling anyone?
patricia cardinale says:
I would only tell if there was noticable change. But isn’t the point of plastic surgery suttle change?
cherie says:
keep it a secret in general, and only tell close family and friends.
Lori says:
I would only tell the peeps I want to know. I don’t ever feel I have to tell the whole world my business! I’m 56 and look fab…..Thanks Sandy for a great book. I already own a copy but if I win I could pass it on to a friend or just keep one by my bedside and one in my bathroom!!!
eloria says:
What is the point of getting it done if you are going to tell? I wouldn’t. I would keep it secret. Then everyone will be thinking, “Wow she looks fabulous for 50”.
Wendy coffey says:
Would definitely tell. I’m always quite honest and would feel uncomfortable fibbing. Why should it be treated as a dirty little secret. Nothing wrong with gilding the lily. Everyone knows I color my hair, wear makeup, etc., in my opinion no difference.
nancy j. owings says:
I would tell people. I would have to, I’d look so refreshed!
Debbie Jennings says:
Would LOVE to try these products!
Question: If you had plastic surgery, would you tell people or keep it a secret?
Answer: It depends. I will be 50 in February, and I am an actress/model who looks 35 and plays parts in films in that age group. To keep that look, besides eating right and exercising, I have hair extensions and I do botox and fillers. Noone seems to notice, I just look refreshed to my friends and family. The closest ones know, but In the film/modeling biz… they don’t need to know – I get cast based on what I look like. It would be the same if I had surgery, and at some point I will need to get it done. I am putting it off until I absolutely have to.
I rely on using GREAT products, and am always willing to try something new!
Laura Muzughi says:
I have no problem telling fellow women my secrets, I get asked frequently what fragrance I wear..and I tell them. I share everything!
A.Conley says:
I think it is a personal choice whether or not someone chooses for whatever reason to have plastic surgery. Never judge anyone until you have walked a mile in their shoes. As whether or not to tell once again that is a personal choice. You should be happy with yourself or the inside but if plastic surgery makes someone feel happy on the outside as well who are we to judge. Everyone is different that is what makes women so interesting!
hofken says:
If I had plastic surgery, I would tell people.
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Marsha says:
It depends on whether the persons you are telling are good friends to whom you would tell anything- or casual acquaintances- it’s none of their business!
BethD says:
I would tell only if asked.
BB says:
I’d tell. No TMJ BS for me!
Gigi says:
I would only tell my close friends. Strangers don’t need to know!
Reggie Teer says:
I would not have plastic surgery. I know too many women who are in their late 70’s – early 80’s who look ridiculous because they want to look forty. All one has to do is look at a woman’s hands, and one can guess her age.
Jolie Misek says:
I’d wait to see if anyone noticed!
Barbara Blackmar says:
Would have no need to hide having work done to improve appearance, so would tell people.
Melinda McIntyre says:
If I had plastic surgery I would certainly keep it a secret. It would give my friends (who are very nosy and love gossip) something to talk about!
Patricia Assanowicz says:
I would not have a problem telling anyone. I would not go out there on top of my roof and yell, “hey, look at me, I just had my boob’s done” if someone noticed something different about me, I would tell them what I did. I don’t think you should be ashamed about trying to look good, or maybe enhance a body part or two. I feel good about myself and confident that my good friends are very supportive.
KAREN COGBURN says:
I would definitely tell everyone. It would be obvious & it is best to always be honest.
Joann Bally says:
Definitely would keep it a secret. 🙂
sherrykay says:
I would refrain from telling anyone; I would return from a trip looking ‘refreshed’ and relaxed. I would not want to change so much that people could notice what I had done.
Vicki Wurgler says:
I’d keep it a secret-maybe tell a few close friends!
Chinchilla says:
I’m not sure that I would print it on a tee shirt, but why not tell? If the job’s well done, you promote good work. If the Dr. did you wrong, then, you shut him down!
janet says:
I would keep it a secret
Christine Norman says:
If they didn’t ask, I wouldn’t tell; but I would be honest if they did.
Karen says:
I would keep it a secret. Every woman should have a little bit of mystery.
LisaLisa says:
If I had plastic surgery I wouldn’t have to tell anyone – it would be plainly obvious because I would have the large scar removed from my right cheek – its about the size of a half dollar – if not bigger.
Though with my luck they probably wouldn’t be able to get rid of it – they could at least make it smaller for me.
LisaLisa
Mary Benko says:
I am hoping that someone will ask if I had some work done. Then I will be able to tell them that Lancomb products made all the difference.
Karen says:
Looking refreshed would be the goal, not to look 20 or 30 again! If someone asked, I would be honest and tell them I had a facelift. Other than that, I would keep it between me, my husband & BFF!
Christine Davis says:
Only if it was noticeable.
Karen says:
Looking refreshed would be the goal, not to look 20 or 30 again! If someone asked, I would be honest and tell then I had a facelift. Other than that, I would keep it between me, my husband & BFF!
Anne Bayer says:
I would tell some people and keep it a secret from others.
joann says:
Keep it to myself, except close friends or family.
Lorna says:
I’d tell … what do I have to hide?
Survivor1 says:
No, maybe my daughters
red says:
No, I wouldn’t tell people I’d had plastic surgery, but if someone asked me or we started talking about the possibility I’d be open to sharing.
JILL STEIN says:
If I had plastic surgery, I would not tell others. I would not lie if they asked me if I had something done, but why bring it up unless someone else brings up the subject.
sherry stewart says:
First of all, I would never have plastic surgery. I just don’t see the point. If you don’t look natural then what have you accomplished. BUT if I did, I would keep it a secret. I’ve seen too many surgeries that look so bad and creepy. It’s not for me! I’ll grow old gracefully with creams and lotions and makeup.
lorraine says:
I’d probably tell my close friends, but can’t see the point in telling anyone else.
janis says:
I would keep it a secret. Just let them wonder why I looked younger and refreshed .. :]
Beth Lowe says:
I would not have a problem telling anyone. I think it is good to let others know if they want how it went. I’ m sure the facility would like a good reference.
Donna says:
I would tell some people but not everyone. It just seems in bad taste to say “I’ve had work done” when people say “you look so great for your age” or “you sure don’t look your age”, but the people closet to me would know.
Penelope Hunt says:
My close friends would know because I’m sure I would need to discuss it at length with them before undergoing surgery.
Sheila A Caruso says:
What a great gift to win. Skincare is the gates of heaven. Without it we would all would be walking around like Sun maid Raisins.
Diana says:
It is hard to keep it a secret when I feel at awe with the transformation…taking on a beauty transformation is like looking into a piece of artwork and being inspire by it at all level.
Tamika Wilks says:
I would Definitely Keep it a Secret…A Woman Never Tells!!
Suzy says:
Why Lie? If you are up front about it people tend to appreciate you more. I had most of my teeth done with porcelain veneers and I get compliments all the time (it was necessary and worth it!). If I did have plastic surgery why not praise the person who did it and enjoy the ride?!!
Alice F says:
I think that if I had a face lift, and it was done really well with great results, I would tell others if they asked.
Jennifer says:
If asked, I’d tell. I had a breast lift and implants… sometimes I offer the information to those women friends who need reassurance that it’s not just them 🙂 It seems once you tell, then they spill their little secrets whether its Lipo, or lasers on the face, or fillers and botox… maybe even a face lift.
Sweetie girl says:
At 60, I take good care of my face but could use “freshening up”, nothing drastic. Unless someone asked point blank I would say nothing.
Sherry M says:
No secrets with me – also, no plastic surgery or anything elective that involves anesthesia.
starsmom says:
I think I’d have to tell…….
Carol Edwards Robinson says:
If asked, I would certainly say that I had a face-lift!
jenbispo says:
Knowing me, I would first want to keep it a secret… and then I would blow it and start blabbing!
ajb says:
I’m not sure if I’d tell or not!
Kim Cage says:
I forgot to say in my previous comment that I love and Use Lancome products and that this would be so great to win!
Kim Cage says:
I would share it with the people I’ closest with. As for strangers, what they don’t know won’t hurt. It would take alot for me to have plastic surgery done though, because I am not big on pain!
ogden kruger says:
i think that i would probably tell people i had some type of surgery, if it helped me, made me feel better about myself and made me happier, i would want others to know, even though they would need to make their own decision…i don’t believe in drastic surgery, but a breast reduction, some eye lift for saggy eyes, that type of thing, i think we all get more beautiful as we age and i have seen some pretty awful after’s! so let’s keep applauding ourselves for our inner beauty, but if desperate, get a sweet little something….
Susan Rogers says:
If I had plastic surgery, I think I would tell everyone because I would be proud of how I look I wouldn’t do so much that would make me look fake, if you know what I mean but if I make such an important decision as to have plastic surgery, why would I be then ashamed to tell other that I had it done
Janet L. says:
I most definitely would share the information! I know I would like to hear about a friend’s experiences if I noticed a change in her look! I just celebrated my 60th birthday, and I am always reading and researching information on keeping myself healthy and vibrant!
Vicky Shepherd says:
Tell people if they asked but probably a don’t ask don’t tell policy 🙂
Kathryn says:
I would definitely tell people and be proud of it.
Naomi says:
I wouldn’t deny it but I don’t think I would offer up the info, either!
Lesliebee says:
I wouldn’t have plastic surgery! I think people can tell anyway, even if you don’t want to admit it. 🙂
Danielle says:
If asked I would tell people! Why not?
Karen T says:
I wouldn’t go out of my way to hide it but I would not announce it on social media sites. I would only tell friends and family if asked.
Claudia says:
I just turned 65, and it’s been very difficult for me. I don’t look it, and have fabulous skin, but would love a neck lift. I had my eyes done about 5 years ago and that made a huge difference. I would tell anyone, especially my best friends. I would be proud of having it done. Now if I can just work up the nerve!
Faith M says:
Sure, I would definitely have plastic surgury. I believe that we have to maintain our houses and cars so, why not our bodies? If anyone asks me (and I know that they would), I would tell them. I would love to have some work done but, at 15K a year, there is no way for me to do it now.
Virginia Rowell says:
I would keep it a secret!!!!
kathy says:
I may get it once I lose the rest of my excess weight because I will have extra skin…I would not tell anyone unless close to me because people can be mean.
Nancy says:
Absolutely will tell. Most of my friends have been doing lifts of all kinds for years. Hopefully after the “work” they will see how terrific I now look; so what’s the secret anyway.
Hannah B says:
If anyone asked, I wouldn’t lie about it, but I wouldn’t go around telling people because to me it’s a very personal thing.
gmc says:
I wouldn’t tell everyone, but I’m sure some close friends and family would know. I’d hope for the “My, you must have been on a wonderful vacation…you look so rested!” response to the final look.
Marilyn Montague says:
I would probably keep it a secret.
Vicki Levy says:
If I could afford to do it people would definitely be able to tell (get rid of eye bags!).
Judy Frederick says:
Yes I would.
Thank you
Have a fantastic day
Mamavalveeta03 says:
I had rhinoplasty, and no, I didn’t keep it a secret. First, I couldn’t afford to take off that much time from work, so the fact that I had obviously had surgery was evident right on my face! And second, I am an open book: I wasn’t ashamed that I had it done, and I was happy to receive compliments!
steph says:
I would tell my friends, but I wouldn’t advertise it to everybody.
Stephanie V. says:
no problem, would tell, but don’t think ever going to do
A Stevenson says:
I have admitted to upper blepharoplasty, and laser peel around the mouth to people that ask me. I am 68 but people tell me I don’t look older than 60. I think genetics and good care contributes to my youthful look. I feel blessed.
Eddy says:
I’d be open about it
Norma Merritt says:
If I had plastic surgery, my surgeon would be so good at what he does that it would be so natural no one would even ask me if I had had surgery…..so no I wouldn’t tell anyone
judy says:
I would tell those closest to me and a “little secret” from others could be a fun way to enjoy life .
Fran says:
I wouldn’t tell everyone but I also wouldn’t deny it…..I feel it’s a woman’s right to do what makes her happy even if we don’t think it’s an improvement. It’s her body not yours….
Nancy Baca says:
If I had plastic surgery I would probably tell my friends first. I believe if you are transparent with people you might touch someone’s life in a positive way which you would have missed if you hold things in.
cathy aldinger says:
I would admit to it if asked. I don’t think it is anything to be embarrassed about.
Shari Bennetti says:
If I had plastic surgery I would keep it to myself for the most part and let them wonder how this FOF woman got to looking “better”, but of course my BFF in the whole wide world would be there to hold my hand, so someone besides me and the doctor would know. Some things a girl just doesn’t need to share.
Susan Siceloff says:
While I would not shout it from the rooftops, if someone asked I would tell. I’m hoping though that it would be so noticeable that they would not have to ask!
Melissa says:
I would tell people! I might not mention it without being asked first, but I wouldn’t hide it either.
Judi says:
I am 56 and would love to have some work done but just cannot afford it right now. But I think I would tell some people afterwards because I would be so excited for everyone to see the results.
Rita says:
What I do to my body is my own personal business. That being said, if I decided to tell someone in my family or close personal circle, that is also my own personal decision. What I do mind, is answering questions from people who have no business knowing my business! Some people can be downright rude about their comments! Why would I subject myself to this type of scrutiny and commentary….I just wouldn’t.
katie says:
I think theyed alreadt\y know
Judy Brenner says:
I wouldn’t have plastic surgery, so that would be easy!
Kathy says:
If I had plastic surgery I would only tell if people asked. Some people are just mean spirited or too curious. I would probably turn the question around to them and ask “If you had plastic surgery, would you tell everyone about it?” I would tell my family/friends if they asked.
Rose Panariello says:
I may share with the people closest to me, or if I knew someone who was considering the same type of cosmetic surgery. But I don’t think I would tell everyone.
Debbie H. says:
After 4- C-Sections and raising 4 kids, at 48yr. old I decided I wanted a “Mommy Make-over”, which consisted of a mini abdominoplasty and a breast lift and augmentation.
I LOVED it !!
I told my close friends that I was doing it….and if anyone asks me, I fess up, I’m not ashamed of wanting to look better.
Lori says:
Yes, I would tell. There’s no shame in me wanting to feel better aout myself. Maybe my honesty would influence someone else who is sitting on the fence.
Joann B says:
I would tell if someone asked. No need to announce it.
Kimberly Hunt says:
If I had plastic surgery, I would tell my closest friends and co-workers because they know that I strongly believe that a person shouldn’t feel guilty about having procedures to boost your self-esteem, and if you feel it would improve your quality of life. I also feel that some of the procedures would require some “down time”, and my appearance would alter so I would need to “fess up” so-to-speak, but they would support me in my decision. If a stranger asked me if I ever had any work done, I would have to consider my response. The procedure doesn’t define us as a person. This has been a very interesting story. Thank you for sharing.
Mary says:
If I was asked, yes, of course, I would admit to having plastic surgery done. However, if not asked, why offer the info.
Jo says:
If I had plastic surgery, I probably wouldn’t tell it, but if asked, I would admit it. Frankly, I am not big on sharing my business around the office, but wouldn’t go to great pains to conceal it.
Linda Robinson says:
Absolutely! they would see the wattle under my chin is gone — the only thing I REALLY want done anyway. But most people would not dare to say something, afraid of what might be said in response, like, “why, you might be considering yourself? I think it would help you look brighter and maybe even a little younger!”
Janice Neal says:
I would tell, everyone knows what I look like now, so it would be pretty obvious.
Jody mitchell says:
I would tell and record everyone’s reactions and then maybe write a book about it! BTW just downloaded your book on my IPad and I love it.
Kathi Elster says:
If you had plastic surgery, would you tell people or keep it a secret?
I don’t believe in lying about anything. I would tell and be proud.
LUISA says:
YES, I WOULD TELL PEOPLE AS IT MIGHT HELP THEM TO DECIDE IF SURGERY IS RIGHT FOR THEM AS WELL AS PROVIDE REFERRALS.
Ruthie B says:
My eyes had the upper lids almost hanging over my eyes so as soon as I retired (2 years ago) I had an upper & lower eye lift done. It took about 6 months of healing until all the swelling was gone but soooo totally worth the wait! I don’t see anyone from my job so the people I meet now say I look so young & I haven’t told anyone except my family & best friends.
CR says:
A secret, of course! A woman should always keep some mystery about her!
AliHayden says:
I’d tell, I so admire Jane Fonda for making the decision to have plastic surgery and then announcing it to the world. She looks fabulous in her 70’s.
cindy says:
I wouldn’t. Don’t lie about it but don’t offer it up either. You know the saying….”Too much information.”
Mary W says:
If asked, I would tell.
Laurie says:
If I ever had cosmetic surgery I would own up to having it if someone asked me about it. I would hope that whatever I had done was noticeable and would generate questions. People close to me would know regardless.
annie w says:
I would tell close friends at least. If any one asked, I would be truthful.
Marge K says:
If I had plastic surgery those who knew me well would know right away; no keeping secrets from the near and dear. As for strangers, I would not share that information…let them be jealous of how good I look!
cyndi says:
I always like to hear honest feelings. I would wait and see what they say and then tell the truth. I am sure my friends would know immediately.
marilyn says:
Yes, yes, yes I would certainly tell anyone who asked or even hinted! I’ve always been a pretty honest person and in my mid 60’s I’ve become more honest. Why not if you love the way you look and I would even recommend the doctor that did it. Unfortunately, I’m petrified to have any face work! Maybe I’ll change my mind some day.
Loraine Alcorn says:
I would probably tell friends and family put perfect stranger maybe not unless they really flat out asked me than I would but maybe not go into detail lol . this was a fascinating article and I learned a lot from Sandy ,I would so love to read and review her book and these products on my blogs . Since my blog is about beauty this would sure make for an interesting post for all my readers thanks for the opportunity to win these fantastic Lancome products and awesome informative book
Julie says:
I would tell my closest friends and family and then maybe if others ask.
Mary B says:
I’m not the kind of person who’d get plastic surgery, so I’d probably keep it a secret, except maybe from my closest friends.
Roxanne says:
I would hope not to need a facelift having been a ‘Lancome girl’ since the age of 25 (I am 55 now) and my skin is great. But if I needed a facelift I would tell people – I think your face changes quite dramatically and even Lancome products aren’t miracle makers!!
norma edlemon says:
If I were to have plastic surgery I would tell because hopefully it would be a good surgery and everyone would be able to tell anyway
Faith says:
I might not tell anyone but my closest before hand. I may or may not tell afterwards!
Tara Shannon says:
As a fabover50 woman, it naturally means I’ve learned discernment- in the makeup I choose or in the information I gather from other fabover50 women.
I love passing on any wonderful “finds” with my friends. Networking feels spiritually uplifting because my need to connect is at the root of exposing my truth to another woman.
My empowerment comes in because as I choose what makes me feel better about my self physically, I am mature enough to know the limits of those external actions fulfilling me spiritually. I love knowing how to meet my spiritual, physical and emotional need for beauty in all it’s wondrous forms.
Cynthia says:
My close friends and family would know before the procedure.
If anyone else was gauche enough to ask, I would simply ask why they wanted to know.
Sue in TX says:
Oh, it depends… if the change is dramatic, I’d probably fess up, because they’re gonna guess it anyway, but if it’s a subtle change, I’d just smile and let it be a mystery – a FOF girl’s got to have her beauty secrets!
Deb says:
I would keep it a secret as would want it to look natural -nothing dramatic, just the eyes.
CAROL says:
I AM TURNING 69, AND HAD A FACELIFT IN 2006. THE CONVERSATION WITH A TRULY GREAT SURGEON WAS ABOUT BEING AGE APPROPRIATE, BUT LOOKING WELL RESTED.
IT HAS BEEN FABULOUS! MY FRIENDS ALL KNEW, BUT I DON’T SHOUT IT. IF SOMEONE ASKS IN A GROUP, I WILL TELL AND WATCH THE AMAZEMENT ON HER FACE.
Su says:
I’d tell. They would have to see the difference and hope they think I look good.
Donna Detwiler says:
I would tell if asked. I’m sure you would be able to see the change
Cindy Steele says:
I would tell only my closest friends.
Beverly Young says:
I do not like my wrinkles but some of the plastic surgery jobs I have seen scare me to death. IF I ever did succumb I would never tell anyone that I was that vain. I would just say that I tried some new creams.
My wrinkles say that I have LOTS of character
Debbie S. says:
I would only tell a few close friends &/or family.
Leslie says:
I would tell, but for me the sign of a successful facelift would be that no one suspected! I would hope that I’d just look like I’d come off a long, relaxing holiday.
Cassi Jensen says:
I would tell, as several friends and family members are debating having it too. Hopefully my results would be encouraging!
Beth says:
Tell only my closest friends.
Mary Caliendo says:
If I had plastic surgery I would not tell. I would keep it a secret for fear my friends and family would look at me differently. I profess not to be so vain!
But if it was very telling I would not be able to lie!
Erika Bradley says:
I’m smiling because I know I wouldn’t have to tell a soul….they’d know immediately!!
The only plastic surgery I’d consider is having my lids lifted. At 61, gravity is taking over and this problem is making me appear tired.
I’m sure everyone would notice because I would look so much more alert and energized.
KAREN COGBURN says:
I would definitely tell. It would be obvious & I also would want to know what my friends think.
Kim says:
I wouldn’t tell anyone except my best friend and son that I was going to have it done,, but if someone asked me later, I wouldn’t lie about it.
jeanne nelson says:
Would love to win these. Thank you for your candor and this opportunity
Carol says:
I would tell those close to me and keep others guessing!
laurie summa says:
I would tell my close friends so that they can possibly enjoy the same results and feel as good as I do with what I had done !
Bette Butcher says:
Definitely tell. I would talk about it before having it done to get input. Then talk about it after, telling my experience.
Pam Mayo says:
Yes, I think I would tell. More than likely people are going to know, so I think I would rather go ahead and save them the time of having to “whisper among themselves”.
Kathi says:
If I was to have plastic surgery, I think at first I wouldn’t say anything, just to see their expression (if any) and then if they were to ask or say “Something Loos different about you” them I would come clean
Vera J says:
I would tell. No point in lying about it. I think it would be obvious that some “work” had been done.