Here at Timeless Cosmetics we get to see how cosmetic surgery can benefit a person’s life. We get so used to seeing the positive transformation stories post cosmetic surgery procedures that sometimes we forget the stigma that has been attached to cosmetic surgery in the not too distant past.
Since the advent of plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery, there has always been varying degrees of a stigma associated with altering or enhancing the body, often because many cosmetic procedures are noticeable. In the past this caused many people to shy away from undergoing cosmetic surgery themselves or from talking about if they had in the fear or being ridiculed or judged by others. So today, does society still feel the same way about cosmetic surgery? At Timeless Cosmetics our experiences suggest not.
Here we take a look at 3 drivers of the changing perceptions around plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery.
1. Social Media
The huge explosion of social media in the last few years years means that more and more people are accustomed to talking openly about their lives with online audiences. Whether they are celebrities speaking to thousands of fans or regular people posting to their close social circles, cosmetic surgery is a hot topic online.
When it comes to figures in the public eye, from Kylie Jenner to Iggy Azalea, talking about cosmetic surgery has worked towards changing the stigma. Rather than denying claims about going under the knife or getting cosmetic enhancements, these women are openly talking to the media and their followers about the cosmetic procedures they have undergone. Changing cosmetic surgery from something that was once hidden and only speculated about to a subject that is positively affecting people’s lives.
2. Advances in plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery
During the past 10 to 20 years, the types of cosmetic surgery options available have expanded considerably. When people thought about plastic surgery in the past, most people would think of scarring, lengthy recovery periods and discomfort. Nowadays the advances in cosmetic injectables and non-invasive procedures have made cosmetic procedures more affordable, less invasive, and far more popular.
3. Broader understanding
During the early years of cosmetic surgery, surgically changing your appearance was viewed as vain and something that only the wealthy sectors of society could experience. Today, more and more people are realising that making positive changes to your appearance can have an incredibly beneficial effect on your life, whether you are removing unwanted fat or skin, minimizing acne scarring or reducing the signs of aging. This broader understanding around the positive effects of plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery are aiding the changing perception that surgery is not about vanity, it is about self esteem and confidence.
Stigma aside, as plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery becomes more and more common, it is vital for potential patients to be educated about the options available to them, as well as the importance of finding certified plastic and cosmetic surgeons who specialize in their area of interest.
For further information regarding cosmetic surgery with Timeless Cosmetics, please contact the friendly team here or call (08) 9544 5200 today.
