If the bags under your eyes are not from Chanel, it is best to remove them. At least that’s what Meghan Markle’s makeup artist Daniel Martin seems to believe.
The beauty professional, a close friend of the Duchess of Sussex and the man behind her bridal makeup look, revealed on Instagram today that he has had plastic surgery to remove the fat from his “puffy” eyes in an effort to reverse the signs of aging.
In the clip, Martin explained that he gifted himself the procedure in honor of his upcoming 50th birthday while speaking openly about fighting the stigma surrounding men undergoing plastic surgery.
‘Happy birthday to me! “I am having plastic surgery,” he captioned the post, documenting his preparation for the procedure and explaining the reasons behind his decision to go under the knife.
Martin revealed his surgery plans in an Instagram video
The makeup artist explained that he was tired of his eyes being constantly swollen
In a follow-up post to his Instagram Stories, Martin revealed that he has already had the surgery, assuring followers that he was healing “incredibly well” and that he would like to share his journey and the results soon.
Martin elaborated on the procedure itself, adding that there’s a stigma surrounding men who get plastic surgery — whether they’re “gay, straight (or) whatever” — so he felt the need to be honest with his followers.
“I’m going to be completely transparent with you; right now I’m turning 50 years old (and) I’m going a little crazy,” Martin said in the video, pointing to the skin under his eyes.
“As a gift to myself, I will have surgery on my eye.”
According to Martin, his puffy eyes have hampered his eyesight over the years, and he admits to hiding behind glasses for the past “decade,” noting that his eyesight has also “completely changed.”
“As I continued to wear glasses, I realized how puffy my eyes look; and it’s because of aging and because of the fat build-up underneath,” he explained.
Martin’s procedure was performed by cosmetic surgeon Dr. Edward Kwak, who has a practice on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.
“I met this incredible doctor, Dr. Kwak, on the Upper East Side,” he said. “I’m going to walk you through my experience with him.”
“So I really like Dr. Kwak and his energy, and his thoroughness in explaining the procedure from start to finish,” he continued.
‘I felt very safe with him; so I feel really comfortable and confident in pulling this off because I know I’m in his hands.”
Martin and Meghan are good friends and have been working together for years
He chose dr. Kwak in New York to perform the procedure
Martin said he is looking forward to announcing the results of his surgery and that he is healing well
The makeup artist admitted that he started wearing glasses to hide his swollen eyes
The makeup artist went on to explain why he feels the need to share the details of the procedure.
“I feel like there’s a stigma around plastic surgery among boys,” he admitted.
“Because guys don’t talk about this to other guys — gay, straight, whatever. This is just something we don’t talk about.’
He is adamant about his decision.
“I want it gone, I want it gone,” he insisted.
“I hate how my eyes look and I look swollen. So yeah, let’s leave with puffy eyes and bring back a new vision and a new look’
According to website of doctor KwakBlepharoplasty – or blepharoplasty – as it is commonly known, is a procedure that can be performed on either the upper or lower eyelid, removing unwanted fat deposits and eliminating skin folds.
The result is a smoother, tighter and more attractive appearance around the eyes, exuding youthfulness and a relaxed, well-rested complexion.
Martin is known for doing the Duchess of Sussex’s makeup for her May 2018 wedding, and has worked with her on a number of occasions since then.
Martin often shares Instagram posts from the stars he works with, including actress Michelle Yeoh, composer and pianist Michelle Flower, and Ali Wong.
In December 2022, he shared a photo of Meghan and Harry on the red carpet, while attending a gala in New York.
The couple were honored with an ‘anti-racism’ award, with Martin heaping praise on them.
“I couldn’t be prouder of you friends!” he started his post.
“Back together to fulfill their commitments to racial and social injustices around the world and their advocacy for mental health awareness.
“Congratulations #harryandmeghan on your @rfkhumanrights #RippleofHope award.”