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Did Alka Vuica have a facelift? Yes, and she said so herself
In June 2026 the Croatian singer and songwriter Alka Vuica said on a radio show that she had recently had a facelift, and explained why she prefers it to Botox. Below is exactly what she said, where it was published, and what the operation involves for anyone considering it today.
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The main points in 30 seconds
- In June 2026, on the radio show SHOWtime on Happy FM quoted by Jutarnji list, Alka Vuica said she had recently had a facelift.
- She prefers a facelift to Botox for a more natural result, and says procedures should not be hidden nor change a person completely.
- A facelift is done under general anaesthesia with a stay in the inpatient unit under 24/7 monitoring.
- Full recovery takes about 2 months, and a SMAS facelift usually gives a result of 7–10 years.
- At City Medical Centre a facelift starts from $2,400, and the first consultation is free.
Key facts about the procedure
- Main healing2 months
- Final result3–6 months
- AnaesthesiaGeneral
- Pricefrom $2,400
Profile
Alka Vuica
- Country
- Croatia
- Who
- Singer-songwriter and TV personality
- Quote source
- Blic, 12 June 2026
I don’t really like Botox. I think even the surgeons themselves don’t like it. I’m more for something like a facelift, which I recently had done myself. I think such procedures give a more natural result.
What did Alka Vuica say about her facelift?
The Croatian singer and songwriter spoke about it in June 2026 as a guest on the radio show SHOWtime on Happy FM, where she presented her new song. The Croatian daily Jutarnji list quoted her: “I don’t really like Botox. I think even the surgeons themselves don’t like it. I’m more for something like a facelift, which I recently had done myself. I think such procedures give a more natural result.”
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WhatsAppShe also explained her attitude to cosmetic surgery in general: “I’m not for hiding cosmetic procedures, but I’m also not for completely changing your own appearance.” She added that a large part of looking good is genetics, and that you also have to take care of yourself. The Serbian daily Blic carried the same words the following day.
That is all this article relies on. Vuica did not say which type of facelift she had, when exactly, or where, and we do not guess. Where the text below explains facelift techniques and recovery, it describes the operation in general, not her treatment.
Why her openness matters
Many people who have a facelift prefer to say nothing about it. Vuica said plainly that she had one, and she set out a clear view: cosmetic surgery should not be hidden, but it also should not turn a person into someone else. For her, the aim was a result that looks natural.
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That is a useful way to think about the operation. A facelift is not about a new face; it is about the face you have, with tissues that have descended over the years put back in place. Her comparison with injections reflects a real difference: a surgical lift works on the deeper layers that cause sagging, while injectables work on the surface. Nothing in this article judges anyone’s appearance; the point is how the decision was made.
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How a facelift is done today
A modern surgical facelift works deeper than the skin. The surgeon lifts and redrapes the skin, redistributes fat in the cheeks and lower face, and lifts and secures the deeper SMAS layer of muscle and fascia. Working at this depth is what gives a natural look and a result that can last up to 10 years. Incisions are hidden along the hairline and around the ears. At City Medical Centre the operation is performed under general (inhalation) anaesthesia.
Lower face and neck lift (SMAS)
- Best suited to
- Sagging mainly at the chin, jowls and neck
- How long the result lasts
- 7–10 years with SMAS work
SMAS facelift (mid and lower face)
- Best suited to
- Jowls, sagging cheeks, deep nasolabial folds
- How long the result lasts
- 7–10 years
Endoscopic brow and temple lift
- Best suited to
- Drooping brows, forehead lines
- How long the result lasts
- Decided individually
Full (circular) facelift
- Best suited to
- Marked changes in several areas at once
- How long the result lasts
- Up to 10 years
Which option fits, and whether the neck should be treated at the same time, is decided by the surgeon at the consultation, not from a celebrity story.
Who is a candidate and how to prepare
A facelift is usually considered after 40, when the skin has clearly lost firmness. Typical reasons are a blurred jawline and jowls, a double chin and loose neck skin, deep nasolabial folds and marionette lines, and drooping brows with a heavy look.
- Tell the surgeon about earlier treatments, including Botox, fillers and threads, so the plan is realistic.
- Mention chronic conditions and the medicines you take; the surgeon decides what needs to be checked before surgery.
- Check contraindications: age under 30, acute skin inflammation, pregnancy and breastfeeding, severe cardiovascular disease, blood clotting disorders, cancer and decompensated diabetes.
What recovery looks like
The first 7–10 days are for rest, a compression bandage and reduced physical activity; tightness and discomfort are eased with prescribed medication. Swelling and bruising are a normal part of healing and fade in 2–4 weeks, and the first clear changes appear after 3–4 weeks. Full recovery takes about two months, and the final look settles in 3–6 months.
The operating surgeon follows the patient through the whole first year. The timeline below shows the usual stages.
How recovery after a facelift usually goes
- Day of surgeryGeneral (inhalation) anaesthesia; you stay in the inpatient unit under 24/7 monitoring.
- Days 1–10Rest, a compression bandage and less physical activity.
- Weeks 2–4Swelling and bruising fade as part of normal healing.
- Weeks 3–4The first clear changes are visible.
- About 2 monthsFull recovery.
- Months 3–6The final look settles; follow-up continues for a year.
A facelift at City Medical Centre
City Medical Centre performs surgical facelifts only, and patients from other countries can start with an online consultation. The first consultation is free: the surgeon examines you, suggests the option that fits and gives the final price. The lower face and neck lift, SMAS facelift, endoscopic brow lift and all-inclusive facelift start from $2,400; the full circular facelift is priced on request.
The price includes inhalation anaesthesia, an inpatient stay with 24/7 monitoring and meals, personal support, and a year of follow-up by your plastic surgeon. More details are on the facelift page.
To be clear: City Medical Centre has no connection with Alka Vuica or her treatment. Her story is simply a well-known example of a woman who chose to talk openly about the procedure.
Frequently asked questions
When did Alka Vuica have a facelift?
She said in June 2026 that she had had it done recently. She did not give an exact date or say which type of facelift it was.
Why did Alka Vuica choose a facelift over Botox?
She said she doesn’t really like Botox and believes a facelift gives a more natural result. She also said cosmetic procedures should not be hidden, but should not completely change a person’s appearance.
Where did she talk about it?
As a guest on the radio show SHOWtime on Happy FM. Her words were published by the Croatian daily Jutarnji list and then by Blic.
How long does a facelift last?
A surgical SMAS facelift usually gives a result of 7–10 years. A repeat procedure can be done later if the patient wishes.
How much does a facelift cost at City Medical Centre?
The lower face and neck lift, SMAS facelift, endoscopic brow lift and all-inclusive facelift start from $2,400. The full circular facelift is priced on request after the free consultation.
Sources
What the article says about the celebrity is based only on these public statements.
- Jutarnji list, 11 June 2026
- Blic, 12 June 2026
Medical background and further reading
General information about the procedure from health authorities and medical societies. It is not advice for any individual patient.
- PubMed / NCBI — Systematic Review and Comparative Analysis of Reconstructive Rhytidectomy (Cureus, 2024)
- PubMed / NCBI — Rhytidectomy: current concepts, controversies and the state of the art (2012)
- PubMed / NCBI — Preoperative Risk Factors and Complication Rates in Facelift: 11,300 Patients (Aesthet Surg J, 2016)
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Facelift Surgery
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