Kelly Ripa Spills The Tea On Her 'Desperate' Beauty Treatment

Kelly Ripa's Surprising Beauty Confession

April 1, 2026 – Los Angeles: Kelly Ripa, in true Hollywood style, isn't shy about keeping it real when it comes to beauty routines. On the latest episode of her "Let's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa" podcast, she opened up about undergoing microneedling on a rather unexpected part of her body – her buttocks.

Guest Lukas Gage, known for his role in "Euphoria," sparked the conversation by sharing his own microneedling experience. Ripa, ever candid, responded with a chuckle, "I did that on my ass cheeks." When Gage playfully asked about the results, Ripa humorously admitted, "Just as old as before. Desperate times call for desperate measures."

"Just as old as before," Ripa joked, adding, "Desperate times call for desperate measures."

Microneedling, as approved by the FDA, is a procedure involving tiny needle pricks designed to rejuvenate skin by reducing scarring and treating fine lines. While Kelly's take on it might have been light-hearted, the technique is popular among many seeking youthful skin.

Keeping It Minimal with Botox

Ripa has long been a fan – albeit a minimalist one – of Botox. In a world where beauty standards can often seem unattainable, Ripa's candidness about her beauty regimen feels like a breath of fresh SoCal air. She previously credited Botox with transforming her life, especially in reducing her armpit sweating. However, not all experiences were perfect – as she recounted on "Live With Kelly," a "bad Botox" episode left her with a less-than-ideal smile for six months.

In recent years, Ripa has embraced a more restrained approach to Botox. "If I do it now three times a year, that's a lot. Maybe twice a year, really," she shared on her podcast last year. Her Botox targets? "The 11's," crow's feet, and her neck – the essentials, if you will.

Furthermore, during a June 2025 episode of her show, she mentioned a dentist's recommendation to use Botox for her jaw to combat teeth grinding. The FDA reassures that these injections are safe when performed by a licensed professional and can help with specific muscle treatments.

With her relatable humor and down-to-earth approach, Kelly Ripa continues to charm fans, proving that even under the bright lights of Hollywood, a little authenticity goes a long way.