Ulrika Jonsson, 58, recently shared a topless photograph on Instagram from a girls' trip to Greece. The television personality posted the image, where she used her arms to cover her modesty, with a sarong around her hips and her face obscured by her phone. She captioned the photo "Hot potato." Mentioned in the same post were images of her drying bikinis and scenic views from the trip. Jonsson has previously spoken about her affinity for sunbathing, referring to UV rays as her "drug of choice," but has stated her intention to stop this habit.
Skin Health and Cosmetic Procedures
Jonsson has been vocal about her skin concerns and the steps she is taking to address them. In an essay for You Magazine last month, she discussed her past relationship with the sun, noting that while she used SPF, her desire for a tan often took precedence. As someone with Nordic heritage, she sought out sunlight whenever possible, acknowledging that premature aging was not a significant concern in her twenties. She now expresses a greater respect for her skin and has committed to not sitting in the sun since meeting with surgeon Dr. Dhillon, and has vowed to never use a sunbed again. Jonsson now wears SPF daily, even in winter.
In March, Jonsson detailed cosmetic procedures she has undergone to reverse sun damage. She stated that she has "aged badly and really hard actually" and refuses to "go into old age quietly." She clarified that her goal is not to look younger but to "look the best that I can for my age." The treatments she received include biostimulators, which stimulate natural collagen production, and Evolus Dermal Filler, a hyaluronic acid filler used to treat wrinkles and folds.
Sobriety Milestone
In addition to her skin concerns, Jonsson is approaching her two-year anniversary of sobriety. She described giving up alcohol as a "spiritual awakening" and a transformation from "not wanting to live anymore to trying to squeeze every moment out of life." She shared her experiences on the In Recovery Ark House Rehab podcast, explaining that she felt a sense of safety and belonging after her first in-person meeting.
Jonsson recounted how her drinking escalated, particularly in the two years leading up to her sobriety. She used alcohol as a mood alterer, bridging the gap between her public persona and private life. While she enjoyed it initially, especially during lockdown, she recognized its detrimental impact. She admitted that at her lowest point, she hoped "the drink would take" her, and that she wouldn't wake up.
