How Sydney Sweeney's Face Has Transformed Over The Years, According To Our Plastic Surgeon

We've seen Sydney Sweeney's style evolution since "Euphoria," but what about her face? It's naturally become more mature over the years since her role as Cassie on the hit show catapulted her to fame in 2019, but has she done some nipping and tucking? At least one X user thinks so, writing in September '25 that Sweeney has "early onset [Mar-a-lago] face." In case you missed it, here's what "Mar-a-Lago face" really means and the worst offenders, which may or may not include "The Housemaid" star. But according to board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Brandon Richland, founder of Richland MD and Richland Aesthetics, it's a no. "In my professional opinion, looking at her most recent appearances, Sydney does not show any obvious signs of significant plastic surgery," he tells Glam exclusively. "Her facial proportions remain very balanced and consistent with her earlier work." (And by "work," he means on the small and big screens, not cosmetic.)

Dr. Richland, who hasn't personally treated Sweeney, tells us that her look almost acts like a supporting character for the actor: "Sydney has a very unique, timeless look that works well for the characters she plays. My advice for someone with her anatomy is always to prioritize the health of the skin and the underlying tissue through healthy lifestyle choices, and sun safety."

Yes, Sydney Sweeney looks that good and flawless makeup-free, all without the help of a skilled plastic surgeon, at least according to our expert. Dr. Brandon Richland suspects Sweeney, who turned 28 in September 2025, is proactive with her facial care, since her face hasn't changed majorly since she's been in the spotlight. "She has that classic Hollywood glow that points to a high-level medical grade skincare routine and perhaps some light treatments like HydraFacials or very gentle laser therapy to keep her complexion clear and even," the plastic surgeon tells Glam exclusively.

Looking at pics from before and after her "Euphoria" rise, we can see that Sweeney at the July 2019 "Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood" LA premiere and Sweeney at the February 2026 Santa Barbara Film Festival aren't very different. "While some fans speculate about a fox eye lift or fillers, Sydney has a very specific hooded eye shape that has remained constant over the years," Dr. Richland notes. "Her lips have a natural ratio where the bottom lip is slightly fuller than the top, which is often a telltale sign that they haven't been overfilled with dermal injections. If she is doing anything in that realm, it might be a subtle lip flip with a neuromodulator to gently roll the upper lip out, but even that is purely speculative given how well her natural features hold up on high-definition cameras."

In his expert opinion, where does Dr. Brandon Richland think Sydney Sweeney should veer in the future? "As she moves into her thirties and beyond, the best approach for her will be one of restraint," he tells Glam exclusively. "Because she has such beautiful, distinct features, she should avoid the trap of overfilling her mid-face or cheeks. Many young stars fall into the cycle of adding volume too early, which can actually age a person by creating an unnatural heaviness."

What should her approach be instead? "I would suggest she focus on preventative maintenance, like a light touch of neurotoxin to prevent the formation of static lines, continued medical-grade skin care with sun protection to preserve her skin elasticity, or light lasers to keep her complexion glowing." Hopefully, this approach will also keep her fans admiring her classic Old Hollywood looks.