And as several experts exclusively tell Page Six Style, Kelce’s “glow-up” might be thanks to good old-fashioned aging.
“Men’s facial structure changes as they reach their late 20s and early 30s, which seems to be the biggest difference in Travis’ photos,” facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Michael Bassiri-Tehrani explains.
“The jawline and cheeks may become more defined and angular as muscle mass increases and fat diminishes.”
Dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon Dr. Jeremy Brauer agrees with the assessment, noting that as time passes, “our faces undergo subtle anatomic changes.”
These changes include “repositioning of fat” and skin losing its elasticity.
“In general, men have several anatomic facial features that may contribute to different apparent rates of aging, including increased skin thickness and muscle mass,” the New York-based doctor adds.
Brauer, founder of Spectrum Skin and Laser , says the “major differences” he notices between the two photos of Kelce, now 34, are “minimal loss of volume and fine lines” around his eyes and forehead.
“These signs of aging can be explained by loss of bone,” which results in the appearance of wider eyes.
Bassiri-Tehrani also points out Kelce’s “appropriate aging lines” on his face — but says that for an athlete that often competes out in the sun on a football field, “sun protection has done him well.”
Brauer says that even though the tight end’s skin appears darker in the more recent photo, there are no “obvious signs of sun damage, such as brown spots.”
“While I do not know him personally or professionally, from these photos, Travis seems to be aging well without any obvious signs of intervention with injectable fillers or neuromodulators (Botox),” he says.
Kelce’s exact skincare regimen is unknown, but it’s clear the NFL star takes good care of himself.
The surgeon says he’s had certain patients opt for procedures to correct an “underprojected chin,” or use facial hair as a way to hide — but with Kelce, whom he’s never treated, that doesn’t appear to be the case.
“Given the physical demands of his work and chin strap putting pressure on the area, it is unlikely he did anything,” the doctor offers.
Page Six Style also spoke with celebrity grooming expert Michael Dueñas , who hasn’t worked with the “New Heights” podcaster but says his buzzcut and beard suit him well.
“His new haircut has slimmed his face down in appearance,” the hairstylist says. “His hair is not so wide and bulky on the sides, which gives his face an overall slimmer appearance.”
Dueñas adds, “With his hair texture, I do think it is a better choice to have the sides shorter. Having his beard longer under his jaw also elongates his face, making it appear slimmer and more defined.”
Whatever Kelce’s doing, it’s clearly working; on Instagram, fans raved about how the budding actor has aged “like fine wine,” and it’s safe to say his girlfriend, Taylor Swift , has no complaints.
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