KNIFESTYLES OF THE RICH & FAMOUS
2009
She’s one of the most famous divas in the world, so it makes perfect sense that Mariah Carey — worth an estimated $ 520 million dollars! — would want to remain ageless. The 47- year- old’s virtually wrinkle- free skin is the first tip- off that she’s turning to Botox, fillers and laser treatments to achieve that goal. Dermatologist Dr. Tabasum Mir, who does not treat Mariah, observes that the work is being done “with skill.” Dermatologist Kally Papantoniou, who likewise doesn’t treat the singer, adds oxygen facials and chemical peels to the list of procedures that could be keeping the diva looking so divine. She also speculates that filler could be the reason for Mariah’s apple cheeks, adding that the shape of her lower face has also changed, probably the result of injectables. “Her lower eyelids appear fuller, too,” observes Dr. Papantoniou, who praises, “I think she has done a good job keeping her look youthful without being overdone.” If that’s Mariah’s goal, she’s achieved it — she’s a “Vision of Love” and beauty!
FOREHEAD “Mariah’s forehead is smoother and the eyebrows are more elevated, indicating Botox has been injected,” says Dr. Papantoniou. Price tag: $450 to $1K per visit.
NOSE Plastic surgeon Dr. Shain Cuber (who hasn’t treated the star) thinks the “Hero” singer might have had a nose job “which narrowed the bridge and gave the tip more definition.” Cost is $12K.
CHEEKS Filler has likely been injected, says Dr. Papantoniou, because her cheeks are so much fuller. Cost is $1K to $4K every one to two years, “depending on number of syringes and type of filler.”