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Who has ‘Mar-a-Lago face’ and what does the trend actually mean?

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  • Washington D.C. plastic surgeons have reported a significant increase in patients seeking a "Mar-a-Lago face" since Donald Trump's return to office in January.
  • This new aesthetic involves bolder, more obvious cosmetic enhancements such as prominent lip fillers, taut foreheads, and plump cheeks, a departure from previously preferred subtle procedures.
  • The "Mar-a-Lago face" reflects the maximalist style associated with Trump and his inner circle, particularly those from Palm Beach.
  • While popular treatments include lip fillers and wrinkle treatments, some surgeons, like Anita Kulkarni, have declined clients requesting this "more done look" due to safety concerns or differing aesthetic philosophies.
  • The trend is notably prevalent among Republican political clients, with men often seeking procedures to appear "younger" and "more virile."
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