Few Hollywood stars have risen as young as Lindsay Lohan, and even fewer have faced as much public spectacle. From a three-year-old Pizza Hut model to a movie star in her late thirties, her evolution has been both dramatic and visible.
Lohan burst onto the scene with undeniable charisma, nailing film roles in her pre-teen years and winning fans with her on-screen magnetism. But with each milestone came growing scrutiny and media obsession.
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Her career faltered in the 2010s, a period marked by lackluster box office results and multiple rehab visits, but she managed a comeback through holiday-themed Netflix rom-coms.
2000s: Iconic Looks
Lindsay Lohan began her career at the age of three in 1992, signing with Ford Models, a New York-based international modeling agency.
Yahoo reports she appeared in more than sixty commercials and campaigns for brands like Fitch Kids, Pizza Hut, Calvin Klein Kids, Abercrombie, and Wendy’s. Her cheerful image, often seen in floral dresses and summer hats, made her instantly recognizable.
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She transitioned to acting in her pre-teens, landing soap opera roles in Guiding Light (1993) and Another World (1996–1997). Her breakout came at twelve when she starred in Disney’s 1998 remake of The Parent Trap, playing twin sisters Hallie and Annie.
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With a $15 million budget, the film earned over $90 million and showcased Lohan’s ability to excel in dual roles, launching her 2000s stardom.
In 2000, she played Casey Stuart in the fantasy comedy Life-Size, a snarky pre-teen who won fans over with her charm. A sequel followed, and by 2002, she starred in Get A Life. That same year, she signed a five-album deal with music icons Emilio and Gloria Estefan.
Though Albumpedia notes she intended to debut in 2001, delays and a cancelled contract pushed her to seek new collaborators. She eventually signed with Casablanca Records, a subsidiary of Universal Music Group. After a kidney infection and family scandal, she released her debut album, Speak, in December 2004.
While recording, she starred in Freaky Friday and Mean Girls. Her vibrant wardrobe in Freaky Friday paid homage to her character Anna, sealing her image as a 2000s teen fashion icon.
Freaky Friday became her most significant box office success, grossing $146 million globally (via The Numbers), and earned her the MTV Breakthrough Performance award. Her 2025 tour recreating Anna’s looks confirmed the staying power of early-2000s style.
Mean Girls marked her first significant non-Disney role and became a cultural phenomenon, winning multiple MTV awards.
The film elevated Lohan’s profile, showcasing a transition from an innocent teen to a confident Queen Bee on screen.
Lines like “On Wednesdays, we wear pink” turned the movie into a fashion phenomenon.
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That era introduced her iconic look: fiery red hair, minimal makeup, and a blend of youthful polish. Her red carpet appearances marked a clear shift from Disney starlet to Hollywood fixture.
She also graced major magazine covers, including the famed “It’s Totally Raining Teens” feature in Vanity Fair, Teen Vogue, and Seventeen.
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2010–2015: Scrutiny and Changing Style
With a new level of fame came heightened scrutiny. Paparazzi and tabloids became fixated on Lindsay Lohan’s life, body, and changing looks.
By the early 2010s, Lohan had transitioned from fresh-faced teen star to a figure under intense media magnification. Every appearance sparked discussion, including her look at the 2010 MTV Movie Awards, which generated rumors and gossip.
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Glamour captioned her photo from the event as “Lindsay Lohan with smudgy eye makeup,” highlighting the growing fixation on her appearance. That year, she was also sentenced to ninety days in jail for violating her probation after a 2007 DUI conviction.
BBC News reported she missed court-ordered alcohol education classes and was later found to have failed a drug test, testing positive for cocaine. TMZ noted that Lohan acknowledged the result and said she was ready to accept the consequences.
Following this legal trouble, Lohan largely disappeared from the public eye, aside from a few short appearances and a music video. Yet, criticism didn’t slow. At the 2012 amfAR Gala, Page Six claimed she looked older than twenty-five due to “overly bleached hair and dull nude makeup.”
Lainey Gossip ran a blunt headline: “Lindsay Lohan looks awful,” comparing her unfavorably to her former self.
Later that year, her role as Elizabeth Taylor in Liz & Dick was met with harsh reviews. The Week compiled several critics’ opinions suggesting she lacked the preparation and presence to carry the iconic role.
2016–2020: Rumor Peaks
During the late 2010s, Lindsay Lohan shifted from tabloid target to entrepreneur with an international footprint. In an Allure interview, she confirmed she moved from Los Angeles to London in 2014, then relocated to Dubai in 2015. She said Dubai’s strong privacy laws provided her with a safe space from the paparazzi, thereby reducing the Hollywood media frenzy surrounding her.
She ventured into nightlife with a series of business launches, including the Lohan Night Club, a prominent megaclub in Athens. She also created the MTV reality show Lohan Beach House. In the trailer, she explained that her club ventures stemmed from earlier struggles with paparazzi photographing her at parties.
The show returned her to TV, especially with MTV’s broad reach. While the series drew mixed reviews, new paparazzi shots reignited public discussion about Lohan’s appearance. Speculation about cosmetic surgery began to surface, with many comparing her current face to her appearance in the early 2000s.
2021–2024: “New Face” Goes Viral
Lindsay Lohan’s comeback gained momentum in 2021 when Variety announced her casting in a Netflix Christmas romcom. The resulting 2022 film, Falling for Christmas, received a warm reception and offered audiences an up-close look at her dramatically refreshed appearance.
Her firmer skin, fuller lips, lifted brows, and refined nose sparked fresh speculation about plastic surgery. Brightside consulted cosmetic experts, who offered insight into her transformation.
Dr. Jonny Betteridge suggested her new look could be the result of weight loss, dissolved fillers, and an upper blepharoplasty. Dr. Thomas Bell of The Toronto Plastic Surgeons noted possible procedures, such as a Morpheus8 treatment, a brow lift, rhinoplasty, and subtle dermal fillers.
The rejuvenated image resonated with viewers, prompting Netflix to offer her a two-picture deal. She starred in Our Little Secret and Irish Wish, both released in 2024.
In August of that year, Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis revealed the official title for their long-awaited sequel: Freakier Friday. The film debuted in August 2025 and had already grossed $151 million by the end of September.
2025: Recent Appearances and Public Statements
Despite ongoing rumors, Lindsay Lohan has confidently showcased her appearance across social media. Her Dubai-based dermatologist, Dr. Radmila Lukian, whose clients include Naomi Campbell, has shared multiple photos with her on Instagram.
In August 2025, the clinic posted an image of the two with the caption, “A glow built over years, now lighting up the big screen again.” That statement supported Lohan’s comments in an Elle interview, where she said her skincare regimen includes Botox, laser treatments, and eye patches from her dermatologist.
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Lohan also detailed her daily wellness routine, which includes a juice mix of carrot, ginger, lemon, olive oil, and apples, along with green tea and water infused with lemon juice and chia seeds. She starts each morning with an ice-cold facial rinse.
She told Elle she attempted Morpheus8 treatments after giving birth in 2023, but her skin was too sensitive. Instead, she adopted a clean eating regimen and a wellness routine to enhance her appearance.
During the same interview, Lohan revealed she is currently developing a beauty line.
In a full-circle moment, her 2025 Freakier Friday press tour featured recreations of Ana Coleman’s looks from the 2003 original. Her refreshed appearance drew widespread praise and media admiration.
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FAQ
What procedure did Lindsay Lohan have done to her face?
Lindsay Lohan had Botox injections, laser therapy, and a brief Morpheus8 treatment.
What did Lindsay Lohan suffer from?
Lohan suffered from a kidney infection. She also suffered from substance addiction and was advised to take substance abuse classes.
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