All articles tagged with #cosmetic surgery
UK reality star Katie Price, 48, appeared at the National Television Awards red carpet in London looking markedly different after revealing on Instagram that she recently underwent “correction surgery” on her breasts and face in Brussels; she described swelling and pain, joked about looking like a hamster, and said CBD oil helped with recovery as she walked the carpet with her daughter Princess.
British-Nigerian influencer Igho 'Tiny' Ubiribo (also known as Denisi or Ego) died at 43 after a penis enlargement procedure in Thailand; the coroner cited a pulmonary embolism from the cosmetic surgery as the cause, despite CPR lasting over 100 minutes, with a London funeral held in May.
Jennifer Lawrence spoke with Vogue about her beauty routine, revealing she hates hair coloring and nail salons but loves facials and retinol, and even uses Desitin diaper cream as a skincare hack. She dabbles with 'baby Botox' to keep her skin dewy, but is nervous about more invasive procedures like fat transfers. She says she would love buccal fat removal but can’t because it would be obvious, and while she hasn’t had a facelift yet, she jokes she’ll definitely get one in the future, adding that aging changed her face after losing baby weight and addressing plastic-surgery rumors in the past.
A new American Society of Plastic Surgeons report shows cosmetic procedures rose 7% from 2024 to 2025, with face-lifts up 13% and other lifts climbing, while rhinoplasties and Brazilian butt lifts declined. Minimally invasive treatments like Botox and fillers drive much of the volume, and overall numbers remain a small share of the population, suggesting growth without mass conformity.
A 51-year-old Brazilian businesswoman, Andreia Vieira Gaspar, died hours after an eight-hour cosmetic-surgery marathon comprising six procedures in Goiânia, Brazil, after saving for years and spending about $23,000.
Australian influencer Ruby Tuesday Matthews says an endoscopic lift in Seoul left her face so swollen that her iPhone wouldn’t recognize her, prompting a visit to the Apple Store and a multi-day, transparent recovery documented for followers.
As stigma fades, more men seek cosmetic and aesthetic treatments not to chase youth but to harmonize their appearance with their self-image; about 15% of cosmetic procedures are performed on men. Treatments range from Botox and lasers to surgical options, but experts caution that non-surgical interventions carry risks if overdone. Foundational steps before pursuing procedures include quitting nicotine, sticking to a simple skincare routine (daily sunscreen and retinoids), maintaining a healthy weight, addressing hair loss early with FDA-approved therapies like finasteride and minoxidil, and staying physically active to support overall health and appearance.
Two years after undergoing a deep-plane lower-face and neck lift in 2024, Ricki Lake shared new before-and-after photos to mark the milestone. She explained she lost 40 pounds over a year and didn’t like the excess skin, a decision she credits to achieving natural, long-lasting results with surgeon Dr. Allen Foulad. The actress posted candid images from before and after the procedure, plus recent makeup-free selfies, highlighting her openness about plastic surgery and her ongoing wellness journey (keto, intermittent fasting, hiking, Pilates). Hashtags included #Transparency and #SelfLove, underscoring her candid approach to transformation.
The Hollywood Reporter’s July 2026 feature explains how hyaluronic acid facial fillers exploded in popularity during the social‑media era, then sparked backlash as celebrities like Kristin Davis, Simon Cowell, Blac Chyna, and Courteney Cox faced ridicule. Doctors interviewed say fillers were overused and can migrate, causing lumps and prolonged swelling, with longevity myths leading patients to rack up costs for dissolving or repeat injections. While some still favor subtle filler and lip augmentation, alternative rejuvenation options—such as fat transfers and deep‑plane facelifts—are rising. The piece underscores a broader shift in Hollywood aesthetics and appears in THR’s The New Face of Hollywood issue.
A New York Post exposé highlights a rising DIY “lipo” trend where budget-minded women self-inject unregulated fat-dissolving solutions bought online, after prior weight loss with GLP-1 meds. Proponents claim dramatic contouring at a fraction of liposuction’s cost, but experts warn the practice is unsafe: injections can cause permanent scarring, infections, nerve or tissue damage, and other serious complications. The piece centers on Ruth, who used a $95 kit to treat multiple areas and reports visible results, illustrating both the allure and danger of at-home fat dissolution, as medical professionals advocate FDA-approved options and professional supervision instead.
Rapid weight loss from GLP-1 medications like Ozempic is linked to cosmetic concerns such as thinner, longer earlobes dubbed 'Ozempic ears,' sagging skin across the body, and a rise in body-contouring procedures, with doctors advising higher protein intake and resistance training to help preserve muscle and skin.
Rosie O’Donnell published a Substack poem about her January deep-plane facelift, explaining how significant weight loss reshaped her view on aging and feminism. She recounts her daughter Clay’s warning about how young women look up to her and ultimately argues that choosing surgery was a personal act of autonomy that doesn’t betray feminism. The piece adds to the ongoing celebrity conversation about cosmetic procedures and self-expression.
Christina Haack says she dissolved her under-eye filler in 2022 after a swelling reaction, using hyaluronidase and ultrasound, and a 2026 photo shows a more natural look compared with a 2021 image that appeared airbrushed. The reversal highlights how fillers can dramatically alter facial appearance, and Haack has stated she wouldn’t get filler in that area again.
Kris Jenner publicly rejected rumors that her $100,000 facelift is slipping or that she’s furious about it, telling Khloé Kardashian’s podcast that the headlines are a flat-out lie and praising her surgeon Dr. Steven Levine as an artist, while noting she’s happy with the results despite speculative reports.
Donor adipose tissue injections marketed as the “zombie filler” are being discussed as a cosmetic option, but long-term data are scarce and there is no Australian approval yet. Experts warn of immune reactions, infection, and disease transmission, while noting the procedure is still novel and not backed by robust trials. The safer, established option remains using the patient’s own fat, and ethicists raise concerns about donor consent and normalizing body-modification content.