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The Sun
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Fat jabs gave me Ozempic face with sagging cheeks and thin lips – but I've found solution WITHOUT fillers
LOOKING at my reflection in the mirror, I felt delighted to see my petite size 8 figure once again. But as I glanced up to my face, the gaunt woman staring back at me came as a shock. 10 After having skin cancer treatment in 2019 and becoming a single mum in lockdown, I'd gone from 7st to 13st in four years. So I recently turned to weight loss jabs to regain my former shape. I didn't regret it, but the side effect – ' Ozempic face' – as seen on celebrities like Sharon Osborne, wasn't something I'd bargained on. I was 38 years old, but my sunken cheeks, gaunt eyes and thin lips had aged me overnight. One relative had helpfully pointed out my new 'jowls' at a family gathering, while strangers on X told me I looked like a drug addict or permanently unwell. I would be lying if I said it didn't hurt. When I first gained weight, it didn't bother me at first. Yes, none of my clothes fitted me my 5ft 4ins frame any more, but I was simply grateful to be alive for my daughter Mabel, now seven. My mind was taken up with getting through my separation from her dad and surviving the pandemic. Baking banana bread was more of a priority than working out. But as the trauma of my illness and break-up eased, I realised I wanted to feel like my old self again and ditch the stretchy leggings I had become so attached to. In December 2023, I headed back to the gym four times a week and tried to eat less – but the weight was slow to drop off. Some weeks I didn't lose anything, despite trying so hard. It didn't help that medication I was taking for OCD [Obsessive Compulsive Disorder] was an appetite stimulant. But stopping that wasn't an option. After speaking to an online pharmacist I decided to try the jabs, which cost £179 a month. Everything you need to know about fat jabs Weight loss jabs are all the rage as studies and patient stories reveal they help people shed flab at almost unbelievable rates, as well as appearing to reduce the risk of serious diseases. Wegovy – a modified version of type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic – and Mounjaro are the leading weight loss injections used in the UK. Wegovy, real name semaglutide, has been used on the NHS for years while Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a newer and more powerful addition to the market. Mounjaro accounts for most private prescriptions for weight loss and is set to join Wegovy as an NHS staple this year. How do they work? The jabs work by suppressing your appetite, making you eat less so your body burns fat for energy instead and you lose weight. They do this my mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which signals to the brain when the stomach is full, so the drugs are officially called GLP-1 receptor agonists. They slow down digestion and increase insulin production, lowering blood sugar, which is why they were first developed to treat type 2 diabetes in which patients' sugar levels are too high. Can I get them? NHS prescriptions of weight loss drugs, mainly Wegovy and an older version called Saxenda (chemical name liraglutide), are controlled through specialist weight loss clinics. Typically a patient will have to have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, classifying them as medically obese, and also have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure. GPs generally do not prescribe the drugs for weight loss. Private prescribers offer the jabs, most commonly Mounjaro, to anyone who is obese (BMI of 30+) or overweight (BMI 25-30) with a weight-related health risk. Private pharmacies have been rapped for handing them out too easily and video calls or face-to-face appointments are now mandatory to check a patient is being truthful about their size and health. Are there any risks? Yes – side effects are common but most are relatively mild. Around half of people taking the drug experience gut issues, including sickness, bloating, acid reflux, constipation and diarrhoea. Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and clinical consultant at said: 'One of the more uncommon side effects is severe acute pancreatitis, which is extremely painful and happens to one in 500 people.' Other uncommon side effects include altered taste, kidney problems, allergic reactions, gallbladder problems and hypoglycemia. Evidence has so far been inconclusive about whether the injections are damaging to patients' mental health. Figures obtained by The Sun show that, up to January 2025, 85 patient deaths in the UK were suspected to be linked to the medicines. I had a false start with Saxenda, which gave me stomach pains, before settling into using Mounjaro in June 2024. Over a 12-month period, I dropped back down to a size 8, without any of the anticipated stretch marks or loose skin. It felt great to wear my old clothes again. But while I didn't love how my body looked at 13st, I preferred the appearance of my face compared to when I was skinny. DRAMATIC CHANGE It had fullness and shape, my skin glowed and there were barely any wrinkles. I was dismayed by the dramatic change that came with slimming down and knew that no amount of 'miracle' skincare potions would ease the deep lines either side of my mouth, loss of volume in my cheeks, or the dark circles under my eyes. For the first time ever, my skin felt crepey and dull, plus everything below my cheeks had dropped that little bit further south. I considered more jabs to help and spent hours researching cheek fillers, nasolabial fold treatments and those skin rejuvenators that can bring back volume. Some of the before-and-after photos online looked amazing. But realistically, I knew I'd be lucky to walk out of a decent clinic with any change from £1,000. And even then, it would not be a permanent solution. I don't regret the jabs one bit. Now I'm back to a healthy weight, I have more energy and confidence. At the same time, it's not shallow to want to feel good when I look in the mirror. If makeup can help me restore my pride when I see my reflection and make the best of what I've got, it will be a much cheaper fix – and easier for a busy single mum to recreate at home. Follow the six simple steps TOP makeup artist Aimee Adams reveals the tricks she used to transform Rebecca's look – and how others can use them to counter the signs of 'Ozempic face' START WITH THE SKIN Opt for products that contain collagen and hyaluronic acid, to restore brightness and improve the tone. Make-up isn't Botox, but working from as healthy a base as possible will make the best of what you have. Nip+Fab Hyaluronic Fix Extreme4 Jelly Eye Patches are perfect for an instant boost (£19.95 for 20 pairs, Boots). TIME TO SHINE Your base needs to reflect the light away from those grey hollows, so avoid heavy matt foundations and concealers. I like Sculpted by Aimee HydraTint Moisturising Tinted Serum (£20, Boots) and Jane Iredale Smooth Affair Brightening Face Primer (£44, Amazon) to get a dewy feel. KEEP AWAY FROM THE KARDASHIANS It might work for Kim and co, but contouring will only make you look more gaunt. Opt for a classic pink or peach cream blusher that isn't too oily on the apples of your cheeks instead, to add fullness and a flush of youth. Water-based Delilah In Bloom Radiant Liquid Blush in Tiger Lilly (£23, Next) is perfect, set in place with a blush powder. GO FOR GOLD A smokey eye won't make your eyes pop if they are looking sunken. Choose a golden eyeshadow to counteract it and add brightness, with a soft and smudgable brown eyeliner. Finish with a couple of little lash extensions on the outsides to open things up, curl them and add a coat of Avon Exxtravert Extreme Volume Mascara (£9.50, Avon). Fill out those brows too, with Merit Beauty 1990 Ultra Fine Eyebrow Gel Pencil (£21, Sephora). BE NATURAL A bold liner and lipstick is overkill and will seem fake. Choose a shade similar to your real lip colour if you really want to add volume, like e.l.f Love Triangle Lip Filler Liner in Soft Pink (£4, plus a dewy or glossy finish. If you want more extreme results, try PS Plumping Lip Serum (£3, Primark) – it can sting, but the difference is noticeable. SET AND MATCH Makeup can gather in the lines of your skin unless you set it properly after applying. Sprays are popular, but a powder is longer-lasting and works well with creamier makeup, if used sparingly. You don't want it to become cakey. I'm a fan of English Mineral Makeup Fairy Godmother (£59, I LOVED the way Aimee transformed my face, making me look younger, healthier and less tired. The under eyes were my favourite part – I couldn't believe how she got rid of those dark circles. I've learned that the best approach is not to go heavy, especially with contour, which is a surprise given how obsessed makeup influencers are with this technique. I'm definitely going to ditch it for a peach blusher and also swap my usual matte lipstick for a gloss. This will be so much more affordable than aesthetic treatments – and fun to do.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘Ekin- Su is a liar and a narcissist' reveals BEST FRIEND as vicious feud exposed
The Turkish actress' former pal supported her when she was in the villa BIG FALLOUT 'Ekin- Su is a liar and a narcissist' reveals BEST FRIEND as vicious feud exposed Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LOVE Island star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu has fallen out with her best pal - with the star being branded a "narcissist". Ekin-Su, who shot to fame on Love Island in 2022 and again on the All Stars series earlier this year, had previously been championed by close friend Mabel Asojo during her time on the reality show. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 7 Love Island's Ekin-Su and best pal Mabel have fallen out and unfollowed each other Credit: Instagram 7 Mabel addressed her falling out with her former pal Credit: Instagram 7 A source said there is a big division in Ekin's friendship group Credit: Instagram 7 An insider has said a pal is disappointed at Ekin for being 'disloyal' Credit: Getty But now the pair have unfollowed each other on social media and sources say that they are no longer friends after a falling out. Mabel recently shared a post to address her fallout with Ekin-Su. It read: "To everyone flooding my inbox with updates and questions, save it. "We are not friends - I don't need to write an unsold self help book on loyalty for someone who can't even grasp how to be a decent human. "I don't deal with liars, cheaters, bullies, or narcissists. So please stop involving me. "Consider this your final update. I hope she discovers peace. "It just won't be through me." She then followed this up with a screengrab of one of Ekin-Su's pals defending the star, while taking a swipe at Mabel. They claimed: "Imagine smiling to someone's face, claiming you were best friends, then selling stories behind their back - and trying to turn me against her too. MAFS Georges slams ex Ekin-Su for having sex with Curtis on Love Island while 'still in a relationship him' "That's next level snake behaviour. She's real, loyal and solid and she doesn't deserve the lies. "Some people will do anything for attention. "Glad we know who the rat was all along in the friendship circle." Taking a swipe at former friend Ekin, Mabel captioned it: "Wish you both the best," with a smiling face sunglasses emoji. While a source said: "Ekin-Su's friendship circle is at war. They've fallen out in a major clash and there is a big division between the group. "The fallout worsened after Ekin-Su's stint on All Stars, one of her long term friends has cut ties with her. "One of her pals is not happy with her behaviour and has called her out for it. "They've tried to be a good friend to her but think fame has gone to her head and she's changed for the worse. "Right now they've washed their hands of her and think she's been a narcissist and disloyal in a bid to further her career." But another insider said Ekin-Su is not fully to blame. They shared: "Ekin-Su has been under a lot of stress, those closest to her have unfairly turned their back on her. "Ekin has always been a good friend and they should have had her back." The Sun have reached out to Ekin-Su's rep for comment. Back in 2022, Mabel - who met Turkish actress Ekin-Su at a hot tub party - helped her friend to become the first of this year's Islanders to hit a million followers. Mabel had supported her former friend during her stint on the show and looked after her social media account. But it wasn't all plain sailing and she's admitted that the trolling has been very bad at times. Mabel told The Sun at the time: "It was so hard. "I spent a lot of time in my bedroom upset thinking she's so sweet and down to earth and such a girls' girl." They often appeared on each other's Instagram but they have since deleted any trace of each other. Meanwhile, Ekin seems happier than ever after finding love with Curtis Pritchard on the Love Island spin-off series. 7 One of Ekin-Su's pals were quick to defend her, while taking a swipe at Mabel Credit: Instagram 7 But another source said Ekin has always been a good friend Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Ekin- Su is a liar and a narcissist' reveals BEST FRIEND as vicious feud exposed
LOVE Island star Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu has fallen out with her best pal - with the star being branded a "narcissist". 7 Love Island's Ekin-Su and best pal Mabel have fallen out and unfollowed each other Credit: Instagram 7 Mabel addressed her falling out with her former pal Credit: Instagram 7 A source said there is a big division in Ekin's friendship group Credit: Instagram 7 An insider has said a pal is disappointed at Ekin for being 'disloyal' Credit: Getty But now the pair have unfollowed each other on social media and sources say that they are no longer friends after a falling out. Mabel recently shared a post to address her fallout with Ekin-Su. It read: "To everyone flooding my inbox with updates and questions, save it. "We are not friends - I don't need to write an unsold self help book on loyalty for someone who can't even grasp how to be a decent human. READ MORE ON LOVE ISLAND "I don't deal with liars, cheaters, bullies, or narcissists. So please stop involving me. "Consider this your final update. I hope she discovers peace. "It just won't be through me." She then followed this up with a screengrab of one of Ekin-Su's pals defending the star, while taking a swipe at Mabel. Most read in News TV They claimed: "Imagine smiling to someone's face, claiming you were best friends, then selling stories behind their back - and trying to turn me against her too. MAFS Georges slams ex Ekin-Su for having sex with Curtis on Love Island while 'still in a relationship him' "That's next level snake behaviour. She's real, loyal and solid and she doesn't deserve the lies. "Some people will do anything for attention. "Glad we know who the rat was all along in the friendship circle." Taking a swipe at former friend Ekin, Mabel captioned it: "Wish you both the best," with a smiling face sunglasses emoji. While a source said: "Ekin-Su's friendship circle is at war. They've fallen out in a major clash and there is a big division between the group. "The fallout worsened after Ekin-Su's stint on All Stars, one of her long term friends has cut ties with her. "One of her pals is not happy with her behaviour and has called her out for it. "They've tried to be a good friend to her but think fame has gone to her head and she's changed for the worse. "Right now they've washed their hands of her and think she's been a narcissist and disloyal in a bid to further her career." But another insider said Ekin-Su is not fully to blame. They shared: "Ekin-Su has been under a lot of stress, those closest to her have unfairly turned their back on her. "Ekin has always been a good friend and they should have had her back." The Sun have reached out to Ekin-Su's rep for comment. Back in 2022, Mabel - who met Turkish actress at a hot tub party - helped her friend to become the Mabel had supported her former friend during her stint on the show and looked after her social media account. But it wasn't all plain sailing and she's admitted that the trolling has been very bad at times. Mabel told The Sun at the time: "It was so hard. "I spent a lot of time in my bedroom upset thinking she's so sweet and down to earth and such a girls' girl." They often appeared on each other's Instagram but they have since deleted any trace of each other. Meanwhile, Ekin seems happier than ever after finding love with 7 One of Ekin-Su's pals were quick to defend her, while taking a swipe at Mabel Credit: Instagram 7 But another source said Ekin has always been a good friend Credit: Getty 7 Ekin found love with Curtis Pritchard on Love Island All Stars earlier this year Credit: Instagram
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Bruce Willis, 70, makes rare sighting in Los Angeles as two bodyguards take him out for a Sunday drive
Bruce Willis was seen in a rare public outing on Saturday being driven around Los Angeles. The actor, 70, who has limited his public exposure since his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, looked relaxed as he sat in the front seat of a black SUV spotted in the Studio City area. The Die Hard franchise star looked relaxed in a green golf shirt with a multi-toned billed hat protecting his identity. The former action star was accompanied by two bodyguards on the 45 minute outing. His wife, Emma Hemming Willis, 46, shared some flashback photos in her Instagram Stories of holidays past and a new video clip showing how she and her family have adapted to their new reality. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The actor, 70, who has limited his public exposure since his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, looked relaxed as he sat in the front seat of a black SUV spotted in the Studio City area 'Beach summer days were our favorite family days,' she wrote sharing a sweet snap of the couple and their daughters Mabel and Evelyn. Sharing a clip of the girls, now 12 and 10, she explained, 'And we still enjoy these beach days in our new reframed ways, we are blessed and I'm grateful.' Emma also share a snap of her buried in the sand advising, 'Making time this long weekend to recharge our batteries while remembering the brave souls we honor this Memorial Day.' 'I hope you find a moment to rest, reflect and nourish your spirit.' 'Girl! Enjoy this time for you. You definitely deserve the sun and sand (even if it's over you). 'Caregivers do not take this time for themselves often enough. 'Enjoy for all of us!❤️ Especially for all you do,' wrote a fellow caregiver. Emma has written about her experience and what she has learned about taking care of someone with dementia in a new book. The former action star was accompanied by two bodyguards on the 45 minute outing Bruce was stepped away from public life after his diagnosis of frontotemporal aphasia in 2022. The condition progressed and the family announce he was suffering from frontotemporal dementia in 2023. The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope and Yourself on the Caregiving Path will be published on September 9. Bruce's daughter Rumer, 36, whom he shares with ex-wife Demi Moore, 62, gave a brief update on her father's help in a recent interview. 'He's great, he's really good,' she told Extra while promoting her film Trail of Vengeance, which debuted in theaters and on digital platforms May 23. Rumer said she would be showing the western, which included lots of action scenes, to her dad. 'When I'm on the sets, especially doing any sort of like physical stuff, I pulled the stunt guy Dale aside and I was like, "Listen, you need to show me how to make this look good because I've got a big-time legacy right here to make sure that I live up to, so none of this, like, sissy stuff,"' she explained. The actress seemed to relish the experience. 'We had a lot of fight scenes. We would joke on set about how much I get slapped around in this movie. It's very aggressive. I felt really empowered,' she said.
Metro
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Glastonbury glampers who paid £16,500 left ticketless after Yurtel goes bust
Glastonbury attendees who splashed out on a luxury yurt have reportedly been left ticketless and up to £16,500 out of pocket after Yurtel went bust. The luxury glamping company, which offers packages at the Worthy Farm festival, is understood to have gone into liquidation and ceased trading as of May 8. It has been reported that emails sent to those who booked accommodation and event tickets through Yurtel have been informed their bookings won't be fulfilled. Packages for hospitality tickets and accommodation ranged from £10,000 to £16,500. The BBC reports that these packages 'cannot be refunded' and that details of the claim process for would-be festival goers to get back their money would be provided to creditors when liquidation starts. According to the Liverpool Echo, the email read: 'Yurtel provided luxury glamping accommodation and hospitality facilities to festival goers. 'It ceased normal trading operations on 8 May 2025 due to insolvency and will commence formal liquidation shortly. It cannot fulfil its future obligations to customers.' We've teamed up with SXSW London to give away two pairs of Music Festival Wristbands valid for 2-7 June 2025. Headliners include Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems, Brit Award-winning artist Mabel, Crystal Castles's Alice Glass, and East London-based R&B artist NAO, plus emerging talent set to perform at showcase acts around Shoreditch. Click here to find out more about SXSW London's incredible events and how to enter to be in with a chance to win, or simply enter your details using the form below. *T&Cs apply. You have until midnight on Sunday 25th May 2025 to enter. Good luck! * Open to legal residents of Great Britain (excluding Northern Ireland) aged 18 or over. Promotion opens at 06:01 BST on 13 May 2025 and closes at 23:59 BST on 25 May 2025. The promotion is free to enter; however internet access is required. Entrant must visit and when prompted by the form, submit their name, email, telephone number, date of birth and postcode. Acceptance of the terms and conditions (by ticking the relevant checkbox) is necessary to enter the promotion. 1 entry per person. 1 prize available per person. There will be two (2) winners. Each winner will win two (2) Full Week (6 days) Music Festival Wristbands (each such wristband worth £99) granting secondary access to Official SXSW London Music Festival showcases valid from 2 until 7 June 2025. Proof of age and photographic ID is required for entry (18+). The prize, including entry and attendance at SXSW, is subject to and governed by the SXSW's full ticket terms and conditions here. Full T&Cs apply, see here. It added: 'Yurtel is unable to fulfil any ticket and accommodation bookings made for this year's festival. Tickets to enter the festival have not been purchased on your behalf. 'Glastonbury Festival has no involvement with the operation of Yurtel but will be able to outline any alternative options which may be available to you. Please email Yurtel@ to confirm you consent to us sharing your name, contact email and the number of people in your party with the Festival organisers. 'Accommodation booked with Yurtel will not be available. Should you require accommodation you will need to book with an alternative festival accommodation provider.' The email went on to explain how customers could not be refunded by Yurtel. 'In the first instance, customers should make enquiries to see if they can claim from their credit card issuer, under section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974, where payment was made to Yurtel by credit card. 'A customer who does not qualify to reclaim from their credit card provider will need to make a claim in Yurtel's liquidation. Details of the claim process will be notified to all Yurtel's creditors once the liquidation has commenced.' Speaking to Metro, Glastonbury Festival said: 'We were sorry to learn that Yurtel Limited has appointed liquidators, and appreciate how disappointing this is for anyone who was planning to stay with them. 'Glastonbury Festival has no involvement with the operation of Yurtel Limited and as such we have no records of their bookings and are unable to take any responsibility for the services and the facilities they offer. 'Whilst Yurtel was one of a small number of campsites local to the Festival site with limited access to purchase hospitality tickets for their guests in certain circumstances, they had not paid Glastonbury Festival for any tickets for the 2025 Festival prior to entering into liquidation, and therefore no tickets were secured for their guests. 'Anyone who has paid Yurtel for a package including Glastonbury 2025 tickets will need to pursue any potential recompense available from them via the liquidation process as outlined in their communication to you. We are not able to incur the cost or responsibility of their loss or replacement. 'That said, we are asking Yurtel's customers to contact Yurtel@ to confirm their consent for them to share their personal data and details of their party with us. We will then be able to provide details of alternative potential sources for those customers to purchase tickets and accommodation for this year's Festival.' On their website, Yurtel offers 'luxury, exclusivity, and first-class service' in their festival packages, promising 'seriously comfy canvas accommodation' Other perks on offer included bars, spas, hot tubs, and award-winning restaurants in their camps, bespoke to each festival. More Trending Speaking to the BBC, Lydia, who spent £10,000 on a package, said she was 'absolutely gutted' by the development. 'This was a very, very expensive thing that people would save for. It is no drop in the ocean,' she said. Confirmed headliners for the festival this year include The 1975, Neil Young, and Olivia Rodrigo, while Charli XCX, Doechii, Kaiser Chiefs, The Libertines, and Fatboy Slim will all be taking to the festival's stages as well. Metro has contacted representatives for Glastonbury Festival and Yurtel for comment . Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Glastonbury reveals line-up for another stage including chart-topping 80s legend MORE: BBC Radio star teases huge US band will be performing Glastonbury Festival MORE: 9 incredible alternatives to Glastonbury you can still get tickets for
