A woman in her 50s underwent a facelift procedure in Turkey, spending around £6,000. Despite the positive outcome, she faced criticism online, with some questioning the legitimacy of her surgery location.
Deirdre McCarthy, 54, decided to have a deep plane facelift in Istanbul after feeling the need for rejuvenation post-menopause. The comprehensive treatment included a face and neck lift, blepharoplasty, fat injections, and CO2 laser therapy, all for a cost of £5,900 (€6,827) at the Best Self Club clinic. Opting for Turkey over Ireland saved her a significant amount, with the estimated cost in Ireland being over €45,000 (£38,891.25).
Following the surgery, Deirdre shared her recovery journey openly with her online followers, receiving mostly positive feedback. Despite facing some negative comments, she remained unfazed and focused on her personal satisfaction with the results.
Deirdre, a ward administrator from Dublin, had long desired the procedures due to scarring from a previous accident and the toll aging and lifestyle factors had taken on her appearance. After thorough research with her daughter Ciara, she chose the clinic in Istanbul based on recommendations from former patients and the clinic itself.
The surgery, which took place on April 8, 2026, went smoothly, and Deirdre’s recovery process was well-documented on TikTok. While she encountered minor issues like swelling and pressure sores, these were promptly addressed by the clinic.
Despite facing some skepticism and criticism online, Deirdre remained resilient and sought to share her experience to support others considering similar procedures. She emphasized the importance of focusing on personal satisfaction rather than external opinions and welcomed the opportunity to showcase the realistic aspects of the transformation process.
