You know Mina Starsiak Hawk, the fearless force behind HGTV's Good Bones. She's not just about flipping houses; she's also been flipping the script on societal norms when it comes to personal transformation. In a candid conversation on her podcast, Mina AF, Mina recently dived into her latest round of plastic surgeries, a butt lift, and a blepharoplasty. She's unapologetic about her choices and ready to face whatever judgment may come her way.
Why Mina Chose Surgery: A Journey of Self-Discovery
Let me tell you, Mina isn’t just following trends. At 38, she’s a woman who knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to go after it. "The filler that you put in your lips, you’re probably going to judge me for putting [it] in my butt," she told her podcast listeners. But here's the thing—Mina's decision wasn't made lightly. It was a choice rooted in her desire to feel confident in her own skin, both literally and figuratively.
After Motherhood: The Mommy Makeover
Let’s rewind a bit. After welcoming her children, Jack and Charlotte, with her husband, Steve Hawk, Mina decided to undergo a mommy makeover. This procedure included a tummy tuck, liposuction, and breast implants. But it wasn’t all about aesthetics. Mina, who started hitting the gym regularly with her personal trainer husband, noticed a natural progression in her body. "After I got my mommy makeover, I started lifting with Steve and I probably lost about another 20 pounds over that year," she shared. "Not actively trying to lose weight, but it was just a natural progression from gaining so much muscle."
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That weight loss, though, came with its own challenges. Mina found herself dealing with excess skin, which made her feel self-conscious. "When I lost all this weight, although I have been incredibly fit, my legs feel like I’m wearing loose pantyhose because of the skin, and my butt is like a half-filled bag of flour no matter how many squats or lunges we do," she explained. This is where her journey toward further surgery began.
Consultations and Decisions: A Butt Lift and Beyond
Mina didn’t rush into anything. She spent a year consulting with her doctor before deciding to proceed with her first round of butt injections. "Whether we all want to admit it or not, I care about the way I look, and the way I look makes me feel a certain way about myself," she admitted. "I’m turning 39. I don’t feel 39. I want to look the way I feel." It’s a sentiment many of us can relate to, and Mina’s honesty is refreshing.
Alongside the butt lift, Mina opted for a blepharoplasty, a procedure to remove excess skin from her eyelids. Her reasons were practical and deeply personal. "I don’t like wearing makeup, and I don’t want to put makeup on every day. I want to wake up and feel fresh-faced and just roll out of bed," she explained. Interestingly, both her grandmother and father had undergone similar procedures, making it a family tradition of sorts.
Honesty and Transparency: Mina's Message to Fans
Mina is all about transparency. She wants her fans to know the full picture of her journey. "I want people to know I’ve had implants. I got filler in my butt," she said during her podcast. "I don’t actually have filler in my lips or cheeks. I do have Botox. Even though I know I’m going to be judged for them, they do make me happy." Her openness is inspiring, encouraging others to embrace their own paths toward self-confidence.
