In Malaysia, I Had Cosmetic Work Done on My Face (Part 2)

Here's how it all went down. Spoiler alert: it hurt more than I expected.

For the audio version of this article, read by the author, go here.

I previously wrote about my decision to undergo a cosmetic facial procedure during our stay in Malaysia — specifically, fillers and Botox.

Here’s everything involved with how I did it.

First, on a personal note, I’ve been touched by all of the comments and private messages I received after that first article. Publishing it felt a bit like standing naked in front of the world and saying, “So, what do you think?”

I really appreciate the kind words about my nakedness, and I’ve been moved by your personal stories.

My goal with the article was to help destigmatize cosmetic work, especially for men. I love that I seemed to have made a small contribution to that.

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I’ve already given my reasons for why I chose to have cosmetic work done. Basically, I’m fifty-nine, but several years ago, I started noticing some pronounced changes to my face — especially, bigger bags under my eyes and deeper creases around my mouth.

I felt like I looked closer to sixty-nine rather than fifty-nine. And I hated feeling that way.

Before and after.

With Brent’s encouragement, I began researching my options.

Here are the steps I took: