Category “Cosmetic surgery”

New laws ban Botox for under 18s in England

October 5th, 2021

New legislation has been introduced to prevent under 18s having Botox and other cosmetic facial treatments in England. Prior to the changes in legislation, under 18s could have treatments, such as Botox, without their age being checked. In a move to protect consumers and reduce the risk of side-effects and complications, under 18s will now […]

Cosmetic surgery takes a tumble in the popularity stakes-3879

February 14th, 2017
Cosmetic surgery takes a tumble in the popularity stakes-3879

After years of growing popularity, cosmetic surgery has become a less appealing prospect, new figures suggest. The latest statistics show that the number of people undergoing cosmetic surgery fell by 40 percent in 2016. According to the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS), the number of surgical procedures dropped from 51,140 in 2015 to […]

The Changing Face of the Cosmetic Treatments Industry-8775

July 26th, 2016
The Changing Face of the Cosmetic Treatments Industry-8775

Cosmetic surgery treatments were definitely on the rise in 2015. In the UK alone, the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) released data showing that cosmetic procedures were up by 13% last year. It’s surprising data: the the economy’s slowdown has apparently no effect on the rising amount of money people are willing to […]

Investigation Reveals Shamed Nurses Earning Thousands Through ‘Botox Parties’-1932

March 7th, 2016
Investigation Reveals Shamed Nurses Earning Thousands Through ‘Botox Parties’-1932

An investigation carried out by the BBC has revealed that two shamed nurses are making thousands of pounds out of hosting ‘Botox parties’. The investigation focused on two males who were previously registered nurses and shows them hosting ‘Botox parties’ at beauty salons and people’s homes. The former nurses are believed to be making thousands […]

Number of People Having Cosmetic Surgery Spiked in 2015-0526

February 9th, 2016
Number of People Having Cosmetic Surgery Spiked in 2015-0526

There was a sharp rise in the number of people having cosmetic surgery last year, according to new figures from the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS). The figures buck the trend of preceding years, when popularity dropped as a result of financial uncertainty following the recession and growing fears related to the safety […]

New Birkdale Clinic’s Female Guide to Cosmetic Surgery-0656

October 19th, 2015
New Birkdale Clinic’s Female Guide to Cosmetic Surgery-0656

This month New Birkdale Clinic released a feature on their website: A Woman’s Guide to Cosmetic Surgery. The piece of content includes information on a variety of surgery procedures that are often carried out on women including breast augmentation, liposuction and rhinoplasty. This article was written by the experts and describes the thought process behind […]

British Woman Dies During Cosmetic Surgery in Thailand-0602

December 4th, 2014
British Woman Dies During Cosmetic Surgery in Thailand-0602

The story of a young British woman who died on the 23rd of October after having a cosmetic procedure in Thailand has raised questions about the safety of having cosmetic surgery abroad. Joy Williams was 24 years old when she died under anesthetic on the operating table in Bangkok. She had undergone a buttock augmentation […]

New Cosmetic Surgery Procedure to Reverse Stretched Earlobes-2593

October 20th, 2014
New Cosmetic Surgery Procedure to Reverse Stretched Earlobes-2593

It’s said that fashions come and go, but there are some fashion trends that are irreversible without the use of cosmetic surgery. Unwanted tattoos are a prime case that can and do cause problems for people further down the line, when they become a burden. Tattoos, though, can often be hidden underneath clothing. However, there […]

Does Cosmetic Surgery Affect Ethnicity? -2144

October 6th, 2014
Does Cosmetic Surgery Affect Ethnicity? -2144

Cosmetic surgery is growing in popularity across the globe, including amongst ethnic communities. Research by the cosmetic surgery profession has found that between 2005 and 2013, the numbers of people in minority ethnic groups opting for cosmetic surgery grew astronomically in the USA. For example, procedures carried out on the Hispanic population rose by 84%, […]

Cosmetic Surgery Industry Hit by Breast Implant Shortages-7075

September 25th, 2014
Cosmetic Surgery Industry Hit by Breast Implant Shortages-7075

Cosmetic surgeons in Venezuela are reporting a shortage of breast implants, and it is impacting the industry. Cosmetic surgery is often considered to be a rite of passage for young women in the South American nation. But particular branded breast implant products are now hard to come by. There are other, equivalent products available – […]

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