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Lisa Rinna Reveals Traumatic Cosmetic Procedure
The Real Housewives star details regrets over SKINVIVE injections that caused unexpected swelling and public criticism.
Mar. 14, 2026 at 1:49am
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Lisa Rinna, the 62-year-old former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star, has revealed in her new memoir "You Better Believe I'm Gonna Talk About It" that she regrets getting SKINVIVE injections in April 2024. The procedure, which is a gel implant or dermal filler, caused unexpected swelling in her cheeks, leading to intense public criticism of her appearance that Rinna described as "traumatizing."
Why it matters
Rinna's experience highlights the risks and public scrutiny that can come with cosmetic procedures, especially for public figures. Her story raises broader questions about the pressure to achieve "perfection" through anti-aging treatments and the need for more open discussions around the realities of these procedures.
The details
According to Rinna, she initially agreed to the SKINVIVE procedure after an esthetician told her it would just give her a "glow" without adding volume. However, the injections caused her cheeks to swell significantly, which was exacerbated by recent Botox treatments in her jaw. Rinna said she looked "freakish" and was heavily criticized on social media, with influencers making videos comparing her before and after the procedure. She ultimately had the SKINVIVE reversed, which allowed her face to return to its previous state within days.
- In April 2024, Rinna received the SKINVIVE injections.
- Rinna attended the Fashion Trust Awards in Beverly Hills shortly after the procedure, where she faced intense public criticism.
The players
Lisa Rinna
A 62-year-old former star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills who detailed her regrets over a cosmetic procedure in her new memoir.
SKINVIVE
A gel implant or dermal filler that is injected into specific areas of the face to add definition or reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
What they’re saying
“I went to somebody to get some Botox and the esthetician said to me, 'I have this SKINVIVE, it's brand new – you're gonna love it! You put it on your face and it will act like it doesn't add any volume, it just gives you a glow,'”
— Lisa Rinna (The Daily Mail)
“All of a sudden, my cheeks were like a squirrel gathering nuts. I may have been allergic.”
— Lisa Rinna (The Daily Mail)
“Everybody put my picture up because my face did look different. Everyone was so mean about it. I was all over TikTok and all over every f---ing doctor's site.”
— Lisa Rinna (The Daily Mail)
“Oh my God. It was really humiliating because I knew that it looked terrible. Fortunately, I'm an old battle axe at this point and I can take it.”
— Lisa Rinna (The Daily Mail)
The takeaway
Rinna's experience highlights the potential risks and public scrutiny that can come with cosmetic procedures, even for experienced public figures. Her story serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of thoroughly researching any cosmetic treatments and being prepared for unexpected outcomes and reactions.
