Meghan Markle Spotted at Santa Barbara Beauty Salon with a Solemn Look

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, made a rare public appearance recently, sporting a somber expression amidst news of her cancelled Spotify deal after just one season of her podcast.

According to the Daily Mail, she was seen near a Montecito residence as she headed towards a beauty salon appointment in Santa Barbara on Friday.

Meghan opted for a casual look, wearing her hair down and donning a black long-sleeved top tucked into dark washed jeans, paired with a blue and white striped knit jumper.

However, some have questioned her choice of attire, considering the warm climate in Santa Barbara.

Observers noted that Meghan appeared makeup-free and seemed glum as she approached a black car near her home.

Speculation has arisen regarding her aging appearance, with suggestions that perimenopause may be taking a toll on her.

It is believed that she visited the beauty salon to address these concerns.

Photos taken by a paid paparazzo revealed what appeared to be an unsuccessful plastic surgery attempt, particularly on her upper eyelids.

This procedure, known as blepharoplasty, aims to enhance the prominence of the upper eyelids.

Comparing older photos from her engagement and early royal days, it seems that Meghan had more hooded eyelids back then.

However, the alleged surgery does not appear to have achieved the desired effect.

Additionally, it is speculated that Meghan may have undergone buccal fat removal, as her eyes seem to be sinking in.

This change in her appearance, along with the overall aging look, has led some to believe that she may be using zempic, a weight loss medication known to cause such symptoms.

Despite her use of fillers and botox, Meghan hasn't been able to eliminate this tired look.

Observers have also commented on her mouth, suggesting that botox injections in her lower face may be causing muscle strain, resulting in an unnatural appearance.

It is worth noting that Meghan has been receiving filler treatments for several years, as evident from an old TIG or Instagram post where her lips were visibly bruised while she drank green juice.

She may have also undergone a V to Y or bullhorn lip lift, a procedure that prevents the corners of the mouth from thinning and drooping with age, which doesn't seem to be the case for Meghan.

Critics argue that the recent paparazzi pictures of Meghan were not candid but rather staged, as she can be seen reaching over her head with the opposite hand to brush her hair back.

They suggest that she intentionally presents herself in a haggard manner to elicit sympathy.

Furthermore, it is speculated that she may be receiving guidance from her PR team, adopting an annoyed expression instead of her usual smile for the cameras.

This public appearance follows the official announcement that Harry and Meghan's Spotify deal, estimated to be worth between $29 and $37 million, has come to an end.

The streaming giant, along with Harry and Meghan's company Archwell Audio, released a joint statement confirming the cancellation.

According to the Wall Street Journal, the couple failed to meet the productivity benchmarks required to receive the full payout before the contract concluded.