{"id":1662,"date":"2026-05-13T01:16:40","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T17:16:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nichebeaty.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/13\/exclusive-bethenny-frankel-on-feeling-sexy-getting-older-and-her-sports-illustrated-swimsuit-debut\/"},"modified":"2026-05-13T01:16:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T17:16:40","slug":"exclusive-bethenny-frankel-on-feeling-sexy-getting-older-and-her-sports-illustrated-swimsuit-debut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nichebeaty.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/13\/exclusive-bethenny-frankel-on-feeling-sexy-getting-older-and-her-sports-illustrated-swimsuit-debut\/","title":{"rendered":"Exclusive: Bethenny Frankel on Feeling Sexy, Getting Older and Her \u2018Sports Illustrated Swimsuit\u2019 Debut"},"content":{"rendered":"

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At 55, Bethenny Frankel has already lived several lives in the public eye, and somehow, she\u2019s still just getting started. Best known for Bravo\u2019s The Real Housewives of New York City<\/em>, Frankel has recently found a new kind of spotlight on TikTok, where more than 3 million followers tune in for her sharp humor, unique candor, \u201csupermodel snacks\u201d and refreshingly direct reminders that \u201cyou have time.\u201d Now, she\u2019s parlayed that creator-era momentum into another major milestone: her first Sports Illustrated Swimsuit<\/em> spread, shot in Loreto, Mexico.<\/p>\n

Ahead, Frankel opens up about how she prepared for her SI Swimsuit<\/em> shoot, why the experience felt bigger than a magazine spread and the message she hopes women take from this moment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Congratulations on your SI Swimsuit<\/em> debut. You look incredible. How did you prepare for the shoot?<\/h2>\n

\u201cHonestly, I was dealing with a stressful workload and not nearly enough sleep leading up to it. I was worried I\u2019d fall short. But right before, I got more intentional about sleep, more mindful about food and mentally locked in. In the months before the shoot, I\u2019d experimented with body treatments, lymphatic drainage massages and a body scrub. My supermodel snacks and drinks are a mainstay to make me look and feel my best.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m a pretty balanced person who self-regulates throughout the year. If the wheels come off, I adjust. I also become more diligent about my beach walks if something important is imminent. Being a part of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit<\/em> was the first thing that ever inspired me to actually do something about my body. I don\u2019t think about it much, but the world\u2019s perception of my age and body has affected my own.\u201d<\/p>\n

Did you have a favorite body treatment that you did to prepare for the shoot? Any that you would do again to maintain your results?<\/h2>\n

\u201cI have tried a few of them. I am not diligent enough to be certain what works, but the science backs up Sofwave and similar treatments. Their PureImpact treatment was very intense and precise, and genuinely felt like a workout. You have to be diligent. I do like Pvolve as an at-home, approachable workout because the components are so user-friendly. For someone who doesn\u2019t work out a ton, this makes it easy for me to commit to a routine.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Courtesy of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Did you do any treatment prep on your face? <\/h2>\n

\u201cI never think of my skin as mature, even though it is. I am one to feed the face with hydration, exfoliate regularly, mask regularly, get cleansing facials and stay diligent about sunscreen. I have experimented with lasers, but I don\u2019t like to overdo it. Skin care is about consistency throughout the year.\u201d<\/p>\n

What skin care and makeup products did you use for the shoot?<\/h2>\n

\u201cI am a big sheet masker, particularly when traveling. CeraVe\u2019s Cream-to-Foam Facial Cleanser ($16) is a daily go-to of mine. Exfoliation is also critical because you get the dead layer off, and products absorb more easily. Then, I apply a serum, a rich cream and good SPF.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Courtesy of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Can\u2019t forget about the hair! Tell me about what hair products you used for the shoot and how you\u2019ve been caring for your hair.<\/h2>\n

\u201cI am on my hair-care journey, and my new growth is insane. I take hair supplements, do a rich mask one to two times a week, use a scalp exfoliant, hair-growth serum and hair oil on the ends. I also don\u2019t use a lot of heat on my hair.\u201d<\/p>\n

Were supermodel snacks a must when prepping for the shoot? Can you share any new ones that you haven\u2019t posted yet?<\/h2>\n

\u201cYes, always. My newest is turkey rolls with blended cottage cheese, seasoned with ranch seasoning.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Courtesy of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Can you share what your day-of experience was like on the SI Swimsuit<\/em> shoot set?<\/h2>\n

\u201cIt was one of the best experiences I\u2019ve had in years\u2014easily top five of my career. The whole thing was iconic. The crew, the glam, the SI<\/em> team, the photographer\u2014that energy was just as impactful as the shoot itself, which was already amazing. I can\u2019t believe I could strike poses and be sexy in that way. That\u2019s not my wheelhouse. I lead with humor, power and smart business decisions\u2014not being sexy in a bathing suit on a beach. It was amazing and so inspiring.\u201d<\/p>\n

Any advice for women in terms of aging gracefully? What\u2019s your philosophy?<\/h2>\n

\u201cI do not think about age. The audience\u2019s reaction to the SI<\/em> experience is the first time I ever even gave it a second thought. I never knew I was old until people freaked out about me on that runway at this age. It really changed my perspective.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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