Cult figure of the 1990s thanks to her role as Phoebe Buffay in the series FriendsLisa Kudrow has rarely spoken about her cosmetic procedures. At 62, the American actress nevertheless breaks the silence on her use of Botox. She says she tried the injections late in life, before making a clear decision that caused reactions well beyond Hollywood.
In an environment where wrinkles and white hair often remain frowned upon, Botox has become an almost commonplace procedure for stars, from actresses to athletes. For a long time, Lisa Kudrow stayed behind this trend before taking the plunge a few years ago, then realizing that this “anti-aging” break did not suit her.
Lisa Kudrow, 62 years old: from Phoebe Buffay to actress who reconsiders her relationship with Botox
Throughout the seasons Friendsher fanciful character gave the image of a very natural woman, far from the dictates of cosmetic surgery. In reality, the actress ended up seeing the injections as a quick way to smooth out some of the marks of time, a compromise between her desire to remain herself and Hollywood standards.
She says her last injections did not go as planned. In the days that followed, her eyes began to burn and her forehead seemed to react strangely. “I think the Botox contributed to the irritation in my eyes and this weird pattern on my forehead, so I’m probably over it now, anyway.“ she explained in the columns of “The Hollywood Reporter”.
Why Lisa Kudrow decided to stop Botox
This renunciation does not mean that the actress experiences aging peacefully. She recognizes a real ambivalence, common among many women her age: “I’m afraid I’ll have to look like my grandmother one day, but I’m excited about playing older roles” continued Lisa Kudrow, between fear of the mirror and curiosity for these more mature characters.
In the entertainment industry, injections sometimes start very early, with the idea of ”preventing” wrinkles. In recent years, however, an opposite movement has emerged: certain celebrities are removing their products or declaring that they want to adopt a more natural face, and the choice of Lisa Kudrow is added to this wave which calls for less fixed expressions.
What Lisa Kudrow’s choice changes in our view of Botox
His testimony reminds us that Botox remains a medical procedure, even if presented as light. The injections smooth the muscles for only a few months, which requires regular maintenance. Before getting started, many ask themselves who they are doing it for and what effects they are prepared to accept.
In France as in the United States, the pressure to appear younger affects both anonymous people and celebrities. Seeing a star as popular as Lisa Kudrow talk about her irritated eyes and that forehead she no longer recognized can encourage other women to think about their real desires, far from external injunctions.