It’s clear that the increasing popularity of cosmetic surgery isn’t restricted to women, with more men choosing to enhance their appearance with surgical procedures than ever before.

Last week, I wrote about a surprising study conducted in the UK that revealed that men are now more likely to consider cosmetic surgery procedures than women, with 46.2 per cent of British male respondents expressing interest in cosmetic treatments compared to 45.5 per cent of women. » Read in full

Surgeons in the UK have reported a significant increase in the number of patients reporting complications arising from cheap cosmetic surgery procedures carried out by unethical clinics abroad. This frightening trend has caused the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) to raise awareness of the dangers involved in seeking cheap treatments overseas.
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When it comes to cosmetic surgery and the media, the relationship is a difficult one and scare tactic headlines make frequent appearances. However, as surgical treatments can be harmful if botched or poorly performed it’s crucial to only ever put your procedure in the hands of an experienced, reputable surgeon. In this way the media can actually help people considering cosmetic surgery, as it sometimes exposes those who perform cosmetic procedures without the proper qualifications. » Read in full